Komainu Brewing Releases Marukashi Beer, a Juicy DDH Hazy IPA
Komainu Brewing of Kashiwa, Chiba, has introduced Marukashi Beer, a DDH Hazy IPA with an ABV of 6.5%. Described as rich and juicy, the beer puts hop aroma at the center of the experience while carrying a name connected to its home city.
Hop BroA wave of aroma has arrived from Kashiwa! Komainu Brewing's new Marukashi Beer is a release worth watching.
MugiWhoa, it has Kashiwa in the name? So it's a Kashiwa-born IPA? Even the local pride sounds delicious!
Hop BroExactly. It's a 6.5% ABV DDH Hazy IPA, a style known for haze and juicy character.
MugiWhat is that? Those letters look intimidating! What spell is DDH?
Hop BroDDH means double dry hopping: hops are added twice for aroma after fermentation. It pushes fragrance forward more than bitterness.
MugiHops added twice for aroma!? Two-stage hop boost sounds as glamorous as perfume!
Hop BroThe official profile gives aroma five stars, bitterness and body three, and crispness two. It's clearly built around aroma.
MugiNice! So instead of a super-crisp chugger, it's about a soft, juicy mouthfeel.
Hop BroRight. Pour the 330ml bottle into a glass, smell the rising aroma first, and enjoy the flavors changing with temperature.
MugiAll right, let's welcome Kashiwa's beer in a glass! I want a rich, juicy toast right now!
A rich and juicy DDH Hazy IPA
Komainu Brewing’s Marukashi Beer is a Hazy IPA named with a reference to Kashiwa. The beer is brewed in a DDH Hazy IPA style and has an alcohol content of 6.5%. Its double dry-hopping process emphasizes the aroma and flavor contributed by the hops.
The official product page describes the beer as offering a “rich and juicy drinking experience.” Its taste profile rates crispness at two out of five stars, aroma at five, bitterness at three and body at three. The ratings suggest a beer that prioritizes expressive aroma over a sharp, dry finish.
An aroma-led drinking experience
The hazy style brings a soft, full texture, while the DDH treatment gives the hops a prominent role. With aroma rated highest and bitterness and body placed in the middle range, Marukashi Beer should appeal to drinkers who enjoy lingering hop character and a rounded mouthfeel.
Its juicy profile and restrained crispness fit the softer, more aromatic side of modern Hazy IPA. Pour it into a glass and take in the aroma before drinking; allowing the beer to warm slightly may reveal additional layers.
Brewing in Kashiwa
Komainu Brewing is based in Kashiwa, Chiba. The name Marukashi adds a local connection to the beer, linking its hop-forward character with the city where it is brewed.
The beer is sold in a 330 ml package and is classified as beer. The label design was created by T.A.K.E. and nobuyuki. For availability and purchasing information, visit the official product page.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA wave of aroma has arrived from Kashiwa! Komainu Brewing's new Marukashi Beer is a release worth watching.
MugiWhoa, it has Kashiwa in the name? So it's a Kashiwa-born IPA? Even the local pride sounds delicious!
Hop BroExactly. It's a 6.5% ABV DDH Hazy IPA, a style known for haze and juicy character.
MugiWhat is that? Those letters look intimidating! What spell is DDH?
Hop BroDDH means double dry hopping: hops are added twice for aroma after fermentation. It pushes fragrance forward more than bitterness.
MugiHops added twice for aroma!? Two-stage hop boost sounds as glamorous as perfume!
Hop BroThe official profile gives aroma five stars, bitterness and body three, and crispness two. It's clearly built around aroma.
MugiNice! So instead of a super-crisp chugger, it's about a soft, juicy mouthfeel.
Hop BroRight. Pour the 330ml bottle into a glass, smell the rising aroma first, and enjoy the flavors changing with temperature.
MugiAll right, let's welcome Kashiwa's beer in a glass! I want a rich, juicy toast right now!
