Session IPA "Kaze Tooshi" tapped at GOOD AFTERNOON at karuizawa Q
A new beer called "Kaze Tooshi" has been tapped at GOOD AFTERNOON, the taproom on the second floor of the brewpub karuizawa Q in Naka-Karuizawa, Karuizawa Town. It is a session IPA with a light body layered with citrus and tropical aromas.
Hop BroA new pour, "Kaze Tooshi," has been tapped at GOOD AFTERNOON, the second-floor taproom at karuizawa Q in Naka-Karuizawa, Karuizawa Town.
MugiWhoa! Just the name Kaze Tooshi already sounds refreshing. What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's a Session IPA, with an ABV of 4.5%, designed to be easy to keep drinking.
MugiWhat does session mean? Is that the kind that makes the drinking party last longer?
Hop BroBasically, it means lighter and easier to drink for longer. The idea is to enjoy aroma and crispness instead of a big punch of bitterness.
MugiOhhh! It probably smells great even from the glass. What kind of aroma does it have?
Hop BroCitrus like grapefruit, with a tropical note and a hint of pine. They use hops like Centennial and Citra, among others.
MugiWhat is that, a traffic jam of hops? Even with that much in it, it doesn't get heavy?
Hop BroThat's the interesting part: it's finished dry with lager yeast, so the aroma stands out but the aftertaste stays clean. Even at IBU 39, it drinks light.
MugiNice! And if it's easy to pair with food, it makes me want to drink it while having dinner in Karuizawa!
Hop BroIt opens at 3:00 p.m. and closes at 10:00 p.m., and since it's freshly served straight from the brewery on the second floor, this is definitely worth a stop.
MugiIt's decided! Today I want one drink at GOOD AFTERNOON - actually, maybe two!
New Tap
At the brewpub karuizawa Q (goodafternoon_taproom) in Naka-Karuizawa, Karuizawa Town, Nagano, a new beer, Kaze Tooshi, is now on tap. The taproom is located on the second floor of the brewery, making it a place where you can take your time and enjoy beer served straight from the source.
Kaze Tooshi
- Style: Session IPA
- ABV: 4.5%
- IBU: 39
- Hops: Centennial, Simcoe, Cascade, Citra
The description presents it as a session IPA with a light, crisp finish, featuring grapefruit-like citrus notes, tropical aromas, and a subtle pine nuance. Rather than pushing bitterness strongly, the beer is designed to bring out its aroma around a citrus core and finish dry using lager yeast, making it easy to keep drinking.
While it has a West Coast-inspired backbone, its balance avoids any sense of heaviness, making it a versatile beer to pair with food. True to the style of a Karuizawa taproom, it is also well suited for those who want to enjoy beer alongside a meal.
The post also lists business hours as opening at 3:00 p.m. and closing at 10:00 p.m. (last order at 9:00 p.m.), making it easy to drop by in the evening. Brewed on the second floor of the brewery and served fresh, this is a release worth paying attention to.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA new pour, "Kaze Tooshi," has been tapped at GOOD AFTERNOON, the second-floor taproom at karuizawa Q in Naka-Karuizawa, Karuizawa Town.
MugiWhoa! Just the name Kaze Tooshi already sounds refreshing. What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's a Session IPA, with an ABV of 4.5%, designed to be easy to keep drinking.
MugiWhat does session mean? Is that the kind that makes the drinking party last longer?
Hop BroBasically, it means lighter and easier to drink for longer. The idea is to enjoy aroma and crispness instead of a big punch of bitterness.
MugiOhhh! It probably smells great even from the glass. What kind of aroma does it have?
Hop BroCitrus like grapefruit, with a tropical note and a hint of pine. They use hops like Centennial and Citra, among others.
MugiWhat is that, a traffic jam of hops? Even with that much in it, it doesn't get heavy?
Hop BroThat's the interesting part: it's finished dry with lager yeast, so the aroma stands out but the aftertaste stays clean. Even at IBU 39, it drinks light.
MugiNice! And if it's easy to pair with food, it makes me want to drink it while having dinner in Karuizawa!
Hop BroIt opens at 3:00 p.m. and closes at 10:00 p.m., and since it's freshly served straight from the brewery on the second floor, this is definitely worth a stop.
MugiIt's decided! Today I want one drink at GOOD AFTERNOON - actually, maybe two!
