Shiga Kogen Beer's "SNOW MONKEY IPA" New on Tap at HOP MAN
At the beer pub HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Kanagawa, Shiga Kogen Beer's "SNOW MONKEY IPA" has arrived as a new tap. This 6.0% ABV, IBU 21 hazy IPA is characterized by its citrus character, dry finish, and firm bitterness.
Hop BroAt HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Shiga Kogen Beer's SNOW MONKEY IPA has just been tapped.
MugiWhoa! Just hearing Shiga Kogen Beer sounds intense, and it's a hazy IPA?!
Hop BroExactly, but it's not just one of those "sweet, easygoing hazies". I like that it's built around 6.0% ABV and IBU 21.
MugiWhat's IBU? Does a higher number mean the bitterness gets stronger?
Hop BroBasically, yes. And since this one is 21, it's set up to be more about a pleasant bitterness than a harsh hit.
MugiOhhh! What does it smell like? It seems like it would have a grapefruit vibe!
Hop BroThat's a pretty good read. It's described as grapefruit layered with notes of white peach and passion fruit.
MugiWait, so it's that aromatic and still not heavy to drink? So that means it's good with food?
Hop BroExactly. It doesn't lean too hard into sweetness, and it keeps a dry finish, so it's the kind of beer that really comes alive with food.
MugiAnd it's a special edition born from SNOW MONKEY BEER LIVE, right? It really feels like this is SNOW MONKEY, so I have to try it!
Hop BroThis time they reportedly stayed faithful to the label's image, and they even prepared two batches. It's the kind of beer you want to spend time with in Chigasaki.
MugiAll right, let's head to HOP MAN and have one today! It's definitely the kind of beer that makes you say you want to drink glass after glass!
Shiga Kogen Beer's "SNOW MONKEY IPA" has newly been tapped at the beer pub HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Kanagawa. It has an alcohol content of 6.0% and an IBU of 21. The style is IPA / Hazy IPA, and it is being presented as a beer with a slightly orange-tinted appearance and layered aromas of grapefruit, along with notes reminiscent of pink grapefruit, white peach, and passion fruit.
What sets this beer apart is that, while it has the fullness typical of a hazy IPA, it does not lean too far into sweetness, instead preserving a dry finish and a pleasant bitterness. The post also positions it not as something for people expecting the usual "sweet and easy-drinking hazy," but as a beer suited to those who want to keep drinking glass after glass with a meal. It should show its appeal even more when paired with food at a beer pub.
"SNOW MONKEY IPA" is a special IPA born out of SNOW MONKEY BEER LIVE, and this time it was brewed to stay faithful to the image on the label. The recipe changes a little each time, but this batch was made with the goal of delivering the flavor that says, "this is SNOW MONKEY IPA." Following a positive response from an early tap at a weekend event, two batches were prepared this time. It is a guest beer that deserves to be savored carefully as a regular pour in Chigasaki.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Shiga Kogen Beer's SNOW MONKEY IPA has just been tapped.
MugiWhoa! Just hearing Shiga Kogen Beer sounds intense, and it's a hazy IPA?!
Hop BroExactly, but it's not just one of those "sweet, easygoing hazies". I like that it's built around 6.0% ABV and IBU 21.
MugiWhat's IBU? Does a higher number mean the bitterness gets stronger?
Hop BroBasically, yes. And since this one is 21, it's set up to be more about a pleasant bitterness than a harsh hit.
MugiOhhh! What does it smell like? It seems like it would have a grapefruit vibe!
Hop BroThat's a pretty good read. It's described as grapefruit layered with notes of white peach and passion fruit.
MugiWait, so it's that aromatic and still not heavy to drink? So that means it's good with food?
Hop BroExactly. It doesn't lean too hard into sweetness, and it keeps a dry finish, so it's the kind of beer that really comes alive with food.
MugiAnd it's a special edition born from SNOW MONKEY BEER LIVE, right? It really feels like this is SNOW MONKEY, so I have to try it!
Hop BroThis time they reportedly stayed faithful to the label's image, and they even prepared two batches. It's the kind of beer you want to spend time with in Chigasaki.
MugiAll right, let's head to HOP MAN and have one today! It's definitely the kind of beer that makes you say you want to drink glass after glass!
