Beer O'clock pours CRAFTROCK BREWING x SPECIAL OTHERS' SPECIAL OTHERS
Beer O'clock in Chiba has announced SPECIAL OTHERS, a collaboration beer from CRAFTROCK BREWING x SPECIAL OTHERS. The mint-infused NZ IPA brings citrus and lychee-like aromas, with a 6.5% ABV that adds real depth.
Hop BroBeer O'clock in Chiba just tapped a CRAFTROCK collaboration called SPECIAL OTHERS as a guest beer.
MugiWait, what! SPECIAL OTHERS sounds intriguing already. Is that the band, or the beer, or both?
Hop BroThat is the fun part. It is a collaboration marking the 20th anniversary of SPECIAL OTHERS and the 11th anniversary of SPECIAL OTHERS ACOUSTIC.
MugiNo way, that is cool. Music and beer in one glass. And did you just say a minty IPA?
Hop BroYep. It is an NZ IPA, built with citrus and lychee-like aromas plus a minty lift, so you get stacked aroma layers instead of just one-note freshness.
MugiHold on, what is an NZ IPA exactly? That sounds like IPA showed up with a passport stamp.
Hop BroBasically, it is an IPA leaning on New Zealand hops, which often bring bright notes like white grape, citrus, and tropical fruit. Think Southern Hemisphere hop character.
MugiOkay, that makes sense. Fruity, crisp, and minty too? That is a lot happening. A breeze hit my brain just hearing it.
Hop BroAnd even though it drinks clean, it still carries body at 6.5% ABV. It is refreshing without losing that 6.5% presence.
MugiSo it acts all breezy up front, then quietly brings serious hidden power? That is a sneaky pint.
Hop BroExactly. Beer O'clock fits it well too. It is a pub near Chiba Station with up to 12 taps, and this release lands right before their 13th anniversary.
MugiThat settles it. I want to be at Beer O'clock with that minty NZ IPA in hand and see what the hype tastes like.
Beer O'clock, a beer pub in Chiba's Fujimi district, has introduced `SPECIAL OTHERS` from CRAFTROCK BREWING x SPECIAL OTHERS as a guest beer. The announcement appeared alongside the second-half-of-June tap calendar, arriving as the bar approaches its 13th anniversary.
The beer
`SPECIAL OTHERS` is a mint-infused NZ IPA. It is built around bright citrus and lychee-like fruit character, layered with a cool mint note that gives the beer a refreshing finish. At 6.5% ABV, it still has enough structure and weight to feel like a proper pint, not just a light seasonal pour.
The collaboration also carries a clear cultural angle: it celebrates the 20th anniversary of SPECIAL OTHERS and the 11th anniversary of SPECIAL OTHERS ACOUSTIC. That background makes it an appealing pick not only for hop-focused drinkers, but also for anyone who likes the connection between music and craft beer.
About Beer O'clock
Beer O'clock sits in central Chiba, within walking distance of Chiba Station, and offers up to 12 taps. It is a straightforward beer pub with enough room for a proper night out, whether the plan is a quick after-work pint or a slower meal-and-beer session.
A guest tap like this fits the bar well: it brings seasonality, a clear story, and a beer that rewards attention. Beer O'clock keeps the focus on what matters most for beer lovers, which is having a reason to stop in and see what is pouring now.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBeer O'clock in Chiba just tapped a CRAFTROCK collaboration called SPECIAL OTHERS as a guest beer.
MugiWait, what! SPECIAL OTHERS sounds intriguing already. Is that the band, or the beer, or both?
Hop BroThat is the fun part. It is a collaboration marking the 20th anniversary of SPECIAL OTHERS and the 11th anniversary of SPECIAL OTHERS ACOUSTIC.
MugiNo way, that is cool. Music and beer in one glass. And did you just say a minty IPA?
Hop BroYep. It is an NZ IPA, built with citrus and lychee-like aromas plus a minty lift, so you get stacked aroma layers instead of just one-note freshness.
MugiHold on, what is an NZ IPA exactly? That sounds like IPA showed up with a passport stamp.
Hop BroBasically, it is an IPA leaning on New Zealand hops, which often bring bright notes like white grape, citrus, and tropical fruit. Think Southern Hemisphere hop character.
MugiOkay, that makes sense. Fruity, crisp, and minty too? That is a lot happening. A breeze hit my brain just hearing it.
Hop BroAnd even though it drinks clean, it still carries body at 6.5% ABV. It is refreshing without losing that 6.5% presence.
MugiSo it acts all breezy up front, then quietly brings serious hidden power? That is a sneaky pint.
Hop BroExactly. Beer O'clock fits it well too. It is a pub near Chiba Station with up to 12 taps, and this release lands right before their 13th anniversary.
MugiThat settles it. I want to be at Beer O'clock with that minty NZ IPA in hand and see what the hype tastes like.
