“Ichiban Shiroi Neko” Now Pouring at Morris Black Sheep in Fukuoka
British Pub Morris Black Sheep in Daimyo, Fukuoka, is serving “Ichiban Shiroi Neko,” a hazy IPA from FUKUOKA CRAFT BREWING. Created in collaboration with local beer specialists, the beer offers a cloudy appearance, fruity hop character, and a juicy finish.
Hop BroA new beer has landed at Morris Black Sheep in Daimyo, Fukuoka: FUKUOKA CRAFT BREWING’s Ichiban Shiroi Neko. It’s a hazy, pale-looking IPA.
MugiWhat? The whitest cat is a beer? That name is irresistible!
Hop BroIt’s a collaboration with BEERKICHI and Yuyaboys, and the fourth Shiroi Neko release. They reworked it to be whiter and juicier than before.
MugiDoes “white” mean the foam? Please don’t tell me there’s cat fur in it. Keep the cats out!
Hop BroNo cats involved! Plenty of wheat and oats create a soft, creamy mouthfeel, while the hazy beer itself looks beautifully pale.
MugiWheat and oats sound like breakfast, yet they make a gentle, silky beer? I’m intrigued!
Hop BroCitra and Nectaron hops go in during the whirlpool and through double dry hopping. That’s two layers of hop aroma for a juicy, fruity nose.
MugiWhirlpool? Double dry hopping? That sounds like a beer-brewing special attack!
Hop BroSimply put, hops are added both while the beer is hot and later after fermentation. It builds bright, juice-like aromas without overdoing the bitterness.
MugiAt 7% ABV, and a little lower than the previous release, it sounds rich yet easy to drink!
Hop BroThe brewery also uses hard water drawn 50 meters underground in Okagaki. At Morris Black Sheep, I’d test the fish and chips pairing immediately.
MugiA white-cat hazy IPA, fish and chips, and sports on the big screen in Daimyo—I want a toast now! Let’s check availability with the pub first!
British Pub Morris Black Sheep in Daimyo, Fukuoka City, is currently serving “Ichiban Shiroi Neko” from FUKUOKA CRAFT BREWING.
The beer is the fourth release in the “Shiroi Neko” series, a collaboration between FUKUOKA CRAFT BREWING and Fukuoka beer specialists BEERKICHI and Yuyaboys. For this edition, the brewers revisited the malt bill and hopping process to pursue an even whiter appearance and a softer texture.
Wheat and oats form the base, creating a fluffy, smooth mouthfeel with added creaminess. Citra and Nectaron hops are used generously in both the whirlpool and a double dry-hopping process. The result is a distinctly hazy IPA with an expressive hop aroma, fruity notes, and a juicy character.
At 7% ABV, it is slightly lighter than the previous release, making it easier to enjoy over the course of an evening while retaining the full, aromatic profile expected from a modern hazy IPA. The beer is brewed with hard water drawn from a 50-meter underground source in Okagaki, Fukuoka, one of FUKUOKA CRAFT BREWING’s signature ingredients.
Morris Black Sheep is an English-style beer pub in the heart of Daimyo. The spacious venue features large screens for watching live sports, as well as an open terrace. Its draft selection can include up to 15 beers, ranging from Guinness and other pub classics to craft releases. Pairing “Ichiban Shiroi Neko” with fish and chips or another British pub favorite makes for an easy way to enjoy a local collaboration in a lively international setting.
Availability and the tap list may change, so please check with the venue before visiting.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA new beer has landed at Morris Black Sheep in Daimyo, Fukuoka: FUKUOKA CRAFT BREWING’s Ichiban Shiroi Neko. It’s a hazy, pale-looking IPA.
MugiWhat? The whitest cat is a beer? That name is irresistible!
Hop BroIt’s a collaboration with BEERKICHI and Yuyaboys, and the fourth Shiroi Neko release. They reworked it to be whiter and juicier than before.
MugiDoes “white” mean the foam? Please don’t tell me there’s cat fur in it. Keep the cats out!
Hop BroNo cats involved! Plenty of wheat and oats create a soft, creamy mouthfeel, while the hazy beer itself looks beautifully pale.
MugiWheat and oats sound like breakfast, yet they make a gentle, silky beer? I’m intrigued!
Hop BroCitra and Nectaron hops go in during the whirlpool and through double dry hopping. That’s two layers of hop aroma for a juicy, fruity nose.
MugiWhirlpool? Double dry hopping? That sounds like a beer-brewing special attack!
Hop BroSimply put, hops are added both while the beer is hot and later after fermentation. It builds bright, juice-like aromas without overdoing the bitterness.
MugiAt 7% ABV, and a little lower than the previous release, it sounds rich yet easy to drink!
Hop BroThe brewery also uses hard water drawn 50 meters underground in Okagaki. At Morris Black Sheep, I’d test the fish and chips pairing immediately.
MugiA white-cat hazy IPA, fish and chips, and sports on the big screen in Daimyo—I want a toast now! Let’s check availability with the pub first!
