The latest in the "Magic Spell" series, "Shichinohe," arrives at Aomori Brew Pub
A guest beer from Hirosaki has arrived at the Aomori Brew Pub in Aomori City: "Shichinohe," the latest entry in the "Magic Spell" series. Created in collaboration with Chihiro Ishizuka, the IPA offers both a rich malt presence and tropical aromatics.
Hop BroAt Aomori Brew Pub in Aomori City, the latest Magic Spell release, "Shichinohe," has arrived. It’s a guest beer from Hirosaki, and this IPA is clearly made with a lot of effort, too.
MugiWait, a guest beer from Hirosaki feels special! And the name "Shichinohe" already has me curious. What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt’s an IPA base, with Swaen malt and a small amount of amber malt used in the grist. That gives it a gently biscuit-like aroma that supports the beer from the foundation up.
MugiBiscuit-like? You mean like it tastes like a cookie? So malt richness really comes through that much in the flavor.
Hop BroExactly. The way the malt is kilned and blended changes the sweetness and toastiness. Then they layer American hops with Waimea Hop Kief to add tropical aromatics, which is the interesting part.
MugiHop kief sounds way too cool all of a sudden! It feels like some kind of secret weapon! Tropical aroma makes me think mango and passion fruit!
Hop BroThat’s exactly the image to have. Bright fruitiness sits on top of a firm bitterness, and the malt ties everything together at the end, so it finishes as a satisfying IPA.
MugiI see, so it has depth and isn’t just bitter. And at Aomori Brew Pub, you can drink while watching the brewing equipment, right? That makes me want to go see it for myself!
Hop BroExactly. It’s easy to get to from Aomori Station, and it’s fun that you can try small pours using a card. Because you can compare drinks in small amounts, it’s easier to pick up the finer expressions of an IPA.
MugiThis is definitely one of those beers where both the story and the flavor are worth caring about! It feels like a pint that is so Aomori, it would absolutely become a travel memory!
Hop BroYeah, I like how the local atmosphere and the work’s collaboration connect. Now I’m really in the mood to have a glass of Shichinohe.
MugiMe too! I want to drink it while really savoring the duet of malt and hops!
The latest release in the "Magic Spell" series, "Shichinohe," has appeared at Aomori Brew Pub in Aomori City’s Yasukata district. In an Instagram post, it was introduced as a new beer sent from Hirosaki, and presented as a pint in the continuing series collaborating with Chihiro Ishizuka, the creator of "Flying Witch".
This time, "Shichinohe" is an IPA. In addition to base malt, it uses Swaen malt and a small amount of amber malt, giving it a design with a gently biscuit-like malt character. The hops are centered on American varieties, and by layering in Waimea Hop Kief as well, it is characterized by tropical fruit nuances. Built around a firm bitterness, the malt presence brings balance to the whole, resulting in a satisfying IPA with plenty of depth.
Aomori Brew Pub is a brewpub within walking distance of Aomori Station. Inside the Garesu Building on the second floor, you can enjoy freshly brewed craft beer while watching the brewing equipment. According to the article, it uses a card-based system that charges by the amount poured from each tap, making it easy to sample small servings and compare styles to find what you like. In addition to house-brewed beers made with ingredients associated with Aomori, you can also encounter guest beers like this one, making it a good stop for a drink while traveling or for trying local favorites.
Given the background of the collaboration, "Shichinohe" seems appealing not just as a new release, but as a pint that connects Aomori’s landscape with its story. At this station-area brewpub, I’d like to see how the malt richness and hop aroma come together.
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Hop BroAt Aomori Brew Pub in Aomori City, the latest Magic Spell release, "Shichinohe," has arrived. It’s a guest beer from Hirosaki, and this IPA is clearly made with a lot of effort, too.
MugiWait, a guest beer from Hirosaki feels special! And the name "Shichinohe" already has me curious. What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt’s an IPA base, with Swaen malt and a small amount of amber malt used in the grist. That gives it a gently biscuit-like aroma that supports the beer from the foundation up.
MugiBiscuit-like? You mean like it tastes like a cookie? So malt richness really comes through that much in the flavor.
Hop BroExactly. The way the malt is kilned and blended changes the sweetness and toastiness. Then they layer American hops with Waimea Hop Kief to add tropical aromatics, which is the interesting part.
MugiHop kief sounds way too cool all of a sudden! It feels like some kind of secret weapon! Tropical aroma makes me think mango and passion fruit!
Hop BroThat’s exactly the image to have. Bright fruitiness sits on top of a firm bitterness, and the malt ties everything together at the end, so it finishes as a satisfying IPA.
MugiI see, so it has depth and isn’t just bitter. And at Aomori Brew Pub, you can drink while watching the brewing equipment, right? That makes me want to go see it for myself!
Hop BroExactly. It’s easy to get to from Aomori Station, and it’s fun that you can try small pours using a card. Because you can compare drinks in small amounts, it’s easier to pick up the finer expressions of an IPA.
MugiThis is definitely one of those beers where both the story and the flavor are worth caring about! It feels like a pint that is so Aomori, it would absolutely become a travel memory!
Hop BroYeah, I like how the local atmosphere and the work’s collaboration connect. Now I’m really in the mood to have a glass of Shichinohe.
MugiMe too! I want to drink it while really savoring the duet of malt and hops!
