West Coast Brewing’s Hop Fua and Smog City IPA Tap at Mihama Base in Inage-Kaigan
WORLD BEER&DINING MIHAMA BASE in Inage-Kaigan, Chiba, has tapped two new IPAs: West Coast Brewing’s Hop Fua and Smog City IPA. The pair offers a clear contrast between juicy hazy hop character and a balanced West Coast profile.
Hop BroAt MIHAMA BASE in Inage Kaigan, two fresh IPA kegs have just been tapped.
MugiTwo IPAs at once? I can feel a tasting flight coming—my mind is already at the beach!
Hop BroFrom Shizuoka’s West Coast Brewing comes Hop Fua, a Hazy IPA. It is built around Citra hops and sits at 7.0% ABV.
MugiHazy means cloudy, right? But what exactly is Citra? A citrus fairy?
Hop BroClose, but it is a crop. Citra is a hop variety known for grapefruit-like aromas, so it can become the star of aroma.
MugiWow! Hop Fua can suggest pineapple, peach, and mixed berries? That is an IPA fruit stand!
Hop BroIt also has a grassy note and a gentle bitter finish. It is not merely fruity—it is a deeply aromatic pour.
MugiAnd the other one is from California’s Smog City! Is a West Coast IPA different from a Hazy IPA?
Hop BroVery different in character. Smog City IPA is 7.2% ABV, with tropical, citrus, and floral notes plus a resinous hop bitterness.
MugiResinous? Did someone add woodworking supplies? That sounds dangerously non-drinkable!
Hop BroNo tools in the beer! It means a crisp, pine-like aroma and bitterness, balanced by caramel malt and a hint of honey—making it an IPA for food.
MugiGot it: dive into Hop Fua’s aroma, then pair Smog City IPA with food. I want both glasses now—let’s head to MIHAMA BASE!
Two new IPA taps in Inage-Kaigan
WORLD BEER&DINING MIHAMA BASE, a craft beer specialist in Takasu, Mihama Ward, Chiba, has added two beers to its draft lineup: Hop Fua from Shizuoka’s West Coast Brewing and IPA from Smog City in California.
Hop Fua is a 7.0% Hazy IPA built around Citra hops. Its aroma centers on grapefruit-like citrus and grassy hop notes, with softer impressions of pineapple, peach, mixed berries and fresh greens. A gentle hop bitterness develops on the finish, giving the beer a fragrant yet approachable character.
Smog City IPA is a 7.2% West Coast IPA. Tropical fruit and citrus notes meet floral aromatics and a subtle honey-like character. Toasted caramel malt adds depth, while resinous hop bitterness keeps the finish structured and balanced. It is a fitting choice for drinkers looking for a classic, food-friendly West Coast IPA.
A broad international draft selection
The venue’s rotating taps also include familiar favorites such as Guinness, Kirin Heartland and Hoegaarden White, alongside beers from Founders, Revision, Karl Strauss and Pizza Port. With styles ranging from stout and pilsner to Hazy DIPA and pale ale, guests can compare a wide range of brewing approaches in one stop.
MIHAMA BASE also holds a general liquor retail license, allowing customers to take home selected craft beer in bottles and cans. Located in Chiba’s Inage-Kaigan area, the shop is a convenient destination for anyone seeking aromatic IPAs and an international craft beer selection. Please check with the venue for current tap availability and business hours.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt MIHAMA BASE in Inage Kaigan, two fresh IPA kegs have just been tapped.
MugiTwo IPAs at once? I can feel a tasting flight coming—my mind is already at the beach!
Hop BroFrom Shizuoka’s West Coast Brewing comes Hop Fua, a Hazy IPA. It is built around Citra hops and sits at 7.0% ABV.
MugiHazy means cloudy, right? But what exactly is Citra? A citrus fairy?
Hop BroClose, but it is a crop. Citra is a hop variety known for grapefruit-like aromas, so it can become the star of aroma.
MugiWow! Hop Fua can suggest pineapple, peach, and mixed berries? That is an IPA fruit stand!
Hop BroIt also has a grassy note and a gentle bitter finish. It is not merely fruity—it is a deeply aromatic pour.
MugiAnd the other one is from California’s Smog City! Is a West Coast IPA different from a Hazy IPA?
Hop BroVery different in character. Smog City IPA is 7.2% ABV, with tropical, citrus, and floral notes plus a resinous hop bitterness.
MugiResinous? Did someone add woodworking supplies? That sounds dangerously non-drinkable!
Hop BroNo tools in the beer! It means a crisp, pine-like aroma and bitterness, balanced by caramel malt and a hint of honey—making it an IPA for food.
MugiGot it: dive into Hop Fua’s aroma, then pair Smog City IPA with food. I want both glasses now—let’s head to MIHAMA BASE!
