Repubrew to Release Spring-Limited “HEARTS UP! IPA 60” on March 11
Shizuoka-based Repubrew (Natural Roots Studio) announced in a post at 18:00 on March 8, 2026 that its new release, “HEARTS UP! IPA 60,” will go on sale on March 11. The name has been updated to mark PLAZA’s 60th anniversary, and this spring-ready beer is finished in a pale pink color with hibiscus.
Hop BroHere’s some spring release news! Shizuoka’s Natural Roots Studio (Repubrew) is releasing the seasonal “HEARTS UP! IPA 60” on March 11.
MugiReally? The name already sounds cute! But since it’s an IPA, does it still have proper hop bitterness?
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part. To match PLAZA’s 60th anniversary, the name has been updated to “IPA 60,” while carrying on the annual March “pink beer” series.
MugiOhhh! Pink sounds great, but if it’s not strawberries or berries, what gives it that color?
Hop BroThis time, they’re using hibiscus to give it a pale pink color. It’s designed as an IPA with a spring-like appearance and a crisp, craft-beer character inside.
MugiWhat? If you put hibiscus in, doesn’t it get too sour? And how do they build the IPA aroma?
Hop BroGood question. The trick is to separate the roles: hibiscus for color and nuance, and dry hopping to lift the hop aroma. In short, the look is floral, and the aroma is all hops!
MugiSuddenly poetic! But that makes sense! Pink and festive on the outside, then crisp IPA when you drink it. That contrast is exactly why I love it!
Hop BroAnd the context is great too, since the PLAZA, Repubrew, and YuyaBoys collaboration line is continuing. The fact that the series gets adjusted year by year really hits the sweet spot for beer geeks.
MugiThe annual updates make me feel like I’m seeing a new costume reveal for my favorite idol! I wonder if it’ll be a scramble right after release?
Hop BroStock will probably move fast, so checking Repubrew’s official Instagram and other official info is the safest bet. If you find it, this is definitely an instant-order situation.
MugiDeal! Let’s kick off spring with “HEARTS UP! IPA 60” on March 11. I’m already so excited my throat is getting thirsty first!
On Repubrew’s official Instagram account (@repubrewnumazu), release information for the spring limited edition “HEARTS UP! IPA 60” was announced. According to the post, the release date is March 11, 2026. While carrying on the tradition of the annual March “pink beer,” this year’s version has been renamed to coincide with PLAZA’s 60th anniversary.
The featured characteristic this time is its coloring with hibiscus. The post describes it as a “gentle pink,” making the beer visually spring-like from the start. The hashtags `#plaza` `#repubrew` and `#yuyaboys` also suggest that this is a collaboration-driven project that continues that context.
As background, Repubrew’s beer archive includes “PLAZA HEARTS UP!! IPA,” confirming that the series has been developed as a three-way collaboration involving PLAZA and YuyaBoys. Past versions in the archive also mention updates to the approach for achieving the pink color and to the hop composition, showing that the brand has continued refining the beer year by year.
Natural Roots Studio is developed as a category on the official Repubrew website, where spirits products are listed alongside craft beer. The approach taken by this Shizuoka-based local brewery, continuing seasonal proposals while reflecting the worldview of its collaborators, remains consistent in this release as well.
Because stock may move quickly after release, it is safest to confirm purchase and serving information through the official channels.
Reference Information
- Instagram post (March 11 release announcement)
- Repubrew Beer Archive: PLAZA HEARTS UP!! IPA
- Natural Roots Studio (Official Repubrew)
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroHere’s some spring release news! Shizuoka’s Natural Roots Studio (Repubrew) is releasing the seasonal “HEARTS UP! IPA 60” on March 11.
MugiReally? The name already sounds cute! But since it’s an IPA, does it still have proper hop bitterness?
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part. To match PLAZA’s 60th anniversary, the name has been updated to “IPA 60,” while carrying on the annual March “pink beer” series.
MugiOhhh! Pink sounds great, but if it’s not strawberries or berries, what gives it that color?
Hop BroThis time, they’re using hibiscus to give it a pale pink color. It’s designed as an IPA with a spring-like appearance and a crisp, craft-beer character inside.
MugiWhat? If you put hibiscus in, doesn’t it get too sour? And how do they build the IPA aroma?
Hop BroGood question. The trick is to separate the roles: hibiscus for color and nuance, and dry hopping to lift the hop aroma. In short, the look is floral, and the aroma is all hops!
MugiSuddenly poetic! But that makes sense! Pink and festive on the outside, then crisp IPA when you drink it. That contrast is exactly why I love it!
Hop BroAnd the context is great too, since the PLAZA, Repubrew, and YuyaBoys collaboration line is continuing. The fact that the series gets adjusted year by year really hits the sweet spot for beer geeks.
MugiThe annual updates make me feel like I’m seeing a new costume reveal for my favorite idol! I wonder if it’ll be a scramble right after release?
Hop BroStock will probably move fast, so checking Repubrew’s official Instagram and other official info is the safest bet. If you find it, this is definitely an instant-order situation.
MugiDeal! Let’s kick off spring with “HEARTS UP! IPA 60” on March 11. I’m already so excited my throat is getting thirsty first!
