Osaka Beer's "Shirankedo." Wins JFS Grand Prix, Osaka-Exclusive Juicy IPA
Osakabeer's flagship label, "Shirankedo.", won the Grand Prix, the highest honor, at the 96th Japan Food Selection. Its tropical juiciness typical of a Juicy IPA, along with its drinkability at 5% ABV and 30 IBU, was highly praised.
Hop BroFrom Osakabeer Brewery in Oebashi, Kita Ward, Osaka, the flagship label took home the Grand Prix.
MugiWhat? A beer called "Shirankedo." is basically inviting a comeback before you even drink it!
Hop BroExactly, that's Osakabeer's "Shirankedo.", and they're pushing it as an Osaka-exclusive Juicy IPA.
MugiWhat's a Juicy IPA anyway? Does juicy mean it has fruit juice in it?
Hop BroNot actual juice, but a style where hop-derived aroma and mouthfeel spread softly, with a tropical aroma as the star.
MugiOh! And with 5% ABV and 30 IBU, that means it's aimed at being easy to drink, right?
Hop BroExactly. ABV is alcohol content, and IBU is a rough measure of bitterness, so those numbers tell you it's designed not to be too bitter.
MugiI see. And unfiltered and unpasteurized means they let the yeast stay alive, right?
Hop BroThat's right. The yeast helps give the aroma and body more depth, and the glass-walled brewing at the directly operated shop "Beer and Sheep" is another highlight.
MugiIf you can enjoy it with a meal in Osaka, that's perfect! I'm already in the mood for making this my first beer today!
Hop BroThen it's settled. With this award momentum too, tonight let's enjoy a beer worth raising a toast with: "Shirankedo."
An award-winning beer from a brewery in Oebashi, Kita Ward, Osaka
"Shirankedo.", brewed at the Osakabeer Brewery in Oebashi, Kita Ward, Osaka, won the Grand Prix, the top award, at the 96th Japan Food Selection. The Japan Food Selection is an evaluation system in which food experts take a comprehensive look at taste, safety, packaging, and more, and this award represents a high level of recognition within that framework.
A beer you can drink
The flagship "Shirankedo." is a Juicy IPA. With an ABV of 5% and an IBU of 30, it is characterized by fruity hop-driven flavor and a tropical aroma. True to Osakabeer's style, it is unfiltered and unpasteurized, allowing the yeast to remain alive, which tends to add depth to the aroma and mouthfeel. It is a beer suited to people who want to enjoy juiciness and aroma more than bitterness.
Osakabeer is available only in Osaka, and the brand as a whole offers multiple lineups with different colors, aromas, and flavors. Designed to be easy to drink in everyday settings, its defining trait is an emphasis on pairing well with meals rather than flashiness.
Brewery highlights
The brewery is attached to the directly operated shop "Beer and Sheep," and its glass walls let visitors peek at the brewing scene from outside. Even in the middle of the city, the close presence of the people making it is part of what gives this brewery its character. Its convenient location in Oebashi, Kita Ward also makes it easy to sample Osakabeer's personality alongside a meal.
The award-winning "Shirankedo." is a Osaka-born Juicy IPA that puts hop-derived aroma front and center, making it an easy choice for a first beer of the day. If you're looking for craft beer in Osaka, Osakabeer is one to check out now.
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Hop BroFrom Osakabeer Brewery in Oebashi, Kita Ward, Osaka, the flagship label took home the Grand Prix.
MugiWhat? A beer called "Shirankedo." is basically inviting a comeback before you even drink it!
Hop BroExactly, that's Osakabeer's "Shirankedo.", and they're pushing it as an Osaka-exclusive Juicy IPA.
MugiWhat's a Juicy IPA anyway? Does juicy mean it has fruit juice in it?
Hop BroNot actual juice, but a style where hop-derived aroma and mouthfeel spread softly, with a tropical aroma as the star.
MugiOh! And with 5% ABV and 30 IBU, that means it's aimed at being easy to drink, right?
Hop BroExactly. ABV is alcohol content, and IBU is a rough measure of bitterness, so those numbers tell you it's designed not to be too bitter.
MugiI see. And unfiltered and unpasteurized means they let the yeast stay alive, right?
Hop BroThat's right. The yeast helps give the aroma and body more depth, and the glass-walled brewing at the directly operated shop "Beer and Sheep" is another highlight.
MugiIf you can enjoy it with a meal in Osaka, that's perfect! I'm already in the mood for making this my first beer today!
Hop BroThen it's settled. With this award momentum too, tonight let's enjoy a beer worth raising a toast with: "Shirankedo."
