Key Brewery Releases Brut IPA “Champagne Supernova” with Muscat Aroma
Key Brewery, a brewpub in Kawasaki’s Saiwai Ward, has released its new Brut IPA “Champagne Supernova” as of September 3. Made with Nelson Sauvin hops and Muscat juice, the beer combines a champagne-like lightness with the expressive hop aroma of an IPA.
Hop BroKagiya Brewery in Kawasaki has released a Brut IPA called Champagne Supernova. It’s an IPA with the lightness of Champagne—pretty intriguing, right?
MugiWhat! An IPA that feels like Champagne? Is this beer meets bubbly? Even the name sounds fizzy!
Hop BroThe key is the Brut IPA style. It ferments almost all the sugar away, creating a near-zero sweetness finish.
MugiBrut… is that a spell? What happens when you ferment out the sugars?
Hop BroSimply put, the yeast eats the sugars thoroughly, so the finish is crisp—not juicy-sweet. You get a clean, dry finish instead.
MugiOhhh! So even with Muscat juice, it won’t be cloying. You can enjoy fresh Muscat character on its own!
Hop BroExactly. Nelson Sauvin hops bring white-grape-like aromas, layered with Muscat fruitiness, while the IPA hop aroma stays front and center.
MugiNelson Sauvin sounds like a person’s name! But grape-like hops make it feel like an IPA for wine lovers.
Hop BroIt’s 6.0% ABV, 20 IBU, and 3.1 SRM—think pale gold and light-bodied. No need to drink the numbers, though.
MugiIf I drank the numbers, my stomach would become a gauge! Served well chilled in a slender flute glass, it must smell and look amazing.
Hop BroTry it with seafood, prosciutto, or fresh cheese. Kagiya brews by hand in Kawasaki, and its fresh-pour taproom experience is a real draw.
MugiThey even have self-pour tasting options? Amazing! I want that sharp, refreshing finish with prosciutto right now!
Hop BroIt’s limited in quantity, so grab it if you find it. Let’s toast with Kagiya’s ultra-dry Brut IPA and its Muscat aroma!
A highly dry Brut IPA
“Champagne Supernova” is a new release from CAGHIYA BREWERY, the brewery behind Key Brewery. It is brewed in the Brut IPA style, with fermentation designed to leave almost no residual sugar. The beer has an ABV of 6.0%, an IBU of 20, and an SRM of 3.1.
The main aromatic feature comes from Nelson Sauvin hops, known for white grape and wine-like notes. Muscat juice adds fresh fruit character, while the dry finish keeps the beer crisp rather than sweet. Although it carries the bold hop aroma associated with an IPA, its body is notably light and refreshing.
The brewery recommends serving it well chilled in a wine or flute glass. This helps highlight the Muscat and Nelson Sauvin aromas, followed by a sharp, clean finish. Seafood, prosciutto, and fresh cheese are suggested pairings, making the beer suitable for a meal as well as a casual toast.
A local brewery in Kawasaki
Key Brewery is a small, community-focused brewery in Kawasaki that produces around ten craft beer varieties by hand. Its taprooms and beer bars offer freshly made beer alongside food, while some locations use a self-pouring tap system that makes it easy to compare several styles.
Key Brewery’s Minami-Kase location is at 3-23-9 Minami-Kase, Saiwai-ku, Kawasaki, Kanagawa. With production volumes limited by its small-batch approach, “Champagne Supernova” is a release worth checking while the Muscat-forward, dry Brut IPA remains available.
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Hop BroKagiya Brewery in Kawasaki has released a Brut IPA called Champagne Supernova. It’s an IPA with the lightness of Champagne—pretty intriguing, right?
MugiWhat! An IPA that feels like Champagne? Is this beer meets bubbly? Even the name sounds fizzy!
Hop BroThe key is the Brut IPA style. It ferments almost all the sugar away, creating a near-zero sweetness finish.
MugiBrut… is that a spell? What happens when you ferment out the sugars?
Hop BroSimply put, the yeast eats the sugars thoroughly, so the finish is crisp—not juicy-sweet. You get a clean, dry finish instead.
MugiOhhh! So even with Muscat juice, it won’t be cloying. You can enjoy fresh Muscat character on its own!
Hop BroExactly. Nelson Sauvin hops bring white-grape-like aromas, layered with Muscat fruitiness, while the IPA hop aroma stays front and center.
MugiNelson Sauvin sounds like a person’s name! But grape-like hops make it feel like an IPA for wine lovers.
Hop BroIt’s 6.0% ABV, 20 IBU, and 3.1 SRM—think pale gold and light-bodied. No need to drink the numbers, though.
MugiIf I drank the numbers, my stomach would become a gauge! Served well chilled in a slender flute glass, it must smell and look amazing.
Hop BroTry it with seafood, prosciutto, or fresh cheese. Kagiya brews by hand in Kawasaki, and its fresh-pour taproom experience is a real draw.
MugiThey even have self-pour tasting options? Amazing! I want that sharp, refreshing finish with prosciutto right now!
Hop BroIt’s limited in quantity, so grab it if you find it. Let’s toast with Kagiya’s ultra-dry Brut IPA and its Muscat aroma!
