Derailleur Brew Works Releases BURGER IPA for Yokohama Players' 15th Anniversary, Available Only at Its Direct Stores
Osaka's Derailleur Brew Works has released a collaboration beer, "BURGER IPA," in direct-store-only format to mark Yokohama Players' 15th anniversary. Brewed with dill and mustard seed, it's designed to pair with a hamburger.
Hop BroOsaka's Derailleur Brew Works has released a direct-store-only "BURGER IPA" to celebrate Yokohama Players' 15th anniversary.
MugiWhoa! If it's direct-store-only, that's a reward for people who go there to drink! So it's made with burgers in mind?
Hop BroExactly. Even the name BURGER IPA is bold. It's IPA-based, but it's not just about bitterness; it's designed to go with a hamburger.
MugiWhat!? A hamburger-pairing design? Is the beer just standing by the bun's side waiting for orders?
Hop BroNot waiting around, but the aroma and flavor flow were clearly thought through. They used dill and mustard seed to steer it in a direction that matches food.
MugiDill is that pickle-like aroma, right? And they even put in mustard seed? It's basically begging to be sandwiched!
Hop BroThat's right. From the glass you get the aroma of fresh dill and citrusy hops, and on the palate the malt sweetness is layered with a gentle bitterness before finishing clean and bitter.
MugiOhhh! So because it has malt sweetness, it's not just weird for the sake of being weird. It actually sounds pretty tasty!
Hop BroAnd the specs are solid too: ABV 6.5%, IBU 40, SRM 4. It's substantial to drink, but the appearance is pretty pale, so the balance doesn't feel too heavy.
MugiIBU and SRM suddenly sound like space language! So I can just think of them as bitterness and color indicators?
Hop BroExactly. IBU is a guide to bitterness, and SRM is a guide to color density. So this one washes away burger fat with its clean bitterness while still looking light and airy.
MugiI see, this is basically a beer made for eating! If it's a glass meant for juicy patties, then I have no choice but to run off with a burger!
Hop BroVery much in Derailleur Brew Works' style, it conveys the background of the flavor, which is great. Even for an anniversary celebration, they still make a reason to drink it, which is kind of admirable.
MugiYeah, this is the kind of beer that makes me want to toast with a burger! Today, I guess the only thing to do is piggyback on Yokohama Players' 15th anniversary and drink!
Collaboration Overview
Derailleur Brew Works, based in Nishinari, Osaka, has released a collaboration beer, "BURGER IPA," in direct-store-only format to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Yokohama Players (@players_yokohama). The Instagram post was published on April 26, 2026, and the post also includes the notation "PLAYERS IPA 2026."
Beer Design
This beer is styled as a BURGER IPA. It comes in at ABV 6.5%, IBU 40, and SRM 4, and uses malt (made in Germany), hops, dill weed, mustard seed, and carbon dioxide as ingredients. True to Derailleur Brew Works' style, it is structured as more than just an anniversary beer, with an approach that conveys the background of its flavor to the drinker.
Flavor Direction
According to the post, the glass gives off the refreshing aroma of fresh dill and the citrusy aroma of hops. On the palate, sweetness from the malt forms the base, layered with the gentle bitterness derived from mustard seed, and the finish leads into the clean bitterness typical of an IPA. In addition, a pickle-like acidity lingers, in a design meant to wash away the fat from a juicy patty.
Brewery Background
Derailleur Brew Works is a brewery that has emphasized Nishinari, the city where people enjoy alcohol from morning, and has promoted an approach that gives each beer its own story. Built on the local character of Osaka, it is also known for bringing a clear sense of individuality to collaborations, and this BURGER IPA is an extension of that line. With its explicit premise of pairing with a hamburger, this beer is positioned as a collaboration brew that communicates the intent behind its flavor design, even as it serves as an anniversary project.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroOsaka's Derailleur Brew Works has released a direct-store-only "BURGER IPA" to celebrate Yokohama Players' 15th anniversary.
MugiWhoa! If it's direct-store-only, that's a reward for people who go there to drink! So it's made with burgers in mind?
Hop BroExactly. Even the name BURGER IPA is bold. It's IPA-based, but it's not just about bitterness; it's designed to go with a hamburger.
MugiWhat!? A hamburger-pairing design? Is the beer just standing by the bun's side waiting for orders?
Hop BroNot waiting around, but the aroma and flavor flow were clearly thought through. They used dill and mustard seed to steer it in a direction that matches food.
MugiDill is that pickle-like aroma, right? And they even put in mustard seed? It's basically begging to be sandwiched!
Hop BroThat's right. From the glass you get the aroma of fresh dill and citrusy hops, and on the palate the malt sweetness is layered with a gentle bitterness before finishing clean and bitter.
MugiOhhh! So because it has malt sweetness, it's not just weird for the sake of being weird. It actually sounds pretty tasty!
Hop BroAnd the specs are solid too: ABV 6.5%, IBU 40, SRM 4. It's substantial to drink, but the appearance is pretty pale, so the balance doesn't feel too heavy.
MugiIBU and SRM suddenly sound like space language! So I can just think of them as bitterness and color indicators?
Hop BroExactly. IBU is a guide to bitterness, and SRM is a guide to color density. So this one washes away burger fat with its clean bitterness while still looking light and airy.
MugiI see, this is basically a beer made for eating! If it's a glass meant for juicy patties, then I have no choice but to run off with a burger!
Hop BroVery much in Derailleur Brew Works' style, it conveys the background of the flavor, which is great. Even for an anniversary celebration, they still make a reason to drink it, which is kind of admirable.
MugiYeah, this is the kind of beer that makes me want to toast with a burger! Today, I guess the only thing to do is piggyback on Yokohama Players' 15th anniversary and drink!
