Motoyamacho Brewery releases HAZY IPA HOTARU with prefectural Mikamo Golden malt
Motoyamacho Brewery introduced its new HAZY IPA, HOTARU, at Sannomaru BEER GROOVE. The beer uses prefectural Mikamo Golden malt and is described as tropical, silky, and crisp.
Hop BroI want to talk about Motoyamachi Brewery and its new Hazy IPA HOTARU, which was released at Sannomaru BEER GROOVE.
MugiWhat, the name HOTARU already sounds like it glows! And Hazy IPA is the cloudy kind, right?
Hop BroExactly. It uses local Mikamo Golden malt, so you get tropical, juicy aromas while still feeling that local identity.
MugiWhoa! But what changes with local malt? I always thought IPA was all about hops, so I'm surprised malt matters that much too.
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part. Malt is the foundation, and HOTARU has malt-driven richness, so it doesn’t end as just an aroma show.
MugiWhat does that even mean? And this silky mouthfeel thing... is the beer wearing silk pajamas!?
Hop BroThat image is a lot. It just means smooth texture: a soft, slightly creamy feel, but the finish still snaps clean.
MugiWow, that sounds like dangerously drinkable beer! If they served it at an event, I’d probably order another before noticing.
Hop BroAnd Motoyamachi Brewery also has the attached taproom Motoyamachi Beer Stand in Mito, which makes brewing, drinking, and enjoying feel continuous.
MugiA Hazy IPA made with local malt and enjoyed right there? That’s basically a Mito trip in a glass!
Hop BroExactly. It balances ingredient character with easy drinkability, so cheers with HOTARU feels like the only correct move right now.
Motoyamacho Brewery is based in Motoyamachi, Mito, and operates a taproom called Motoyamacho Beerstand alongside its brewery. With a weekend-focused direct taproom, the brewery has built a place where brewing and drinking remain closely connected.
The new beer featured in the post is HOTARU, a HAZY IPA released at Sannomaru BEER GROOVE. It was brewed as an event collaboration beer using prefectural Mikamo Golden malt. According to the brewery’s description, the beer has a silky mouthfeel with a slight thickness, yet finishes cleanly. Its aroma is tropical and juicy, while malt-driven richness gives the beer a broader core.
Rather than aiming only for intensity, the beer appears to balance texture, aroma, and drinkability. Using local malt and presenting the beer at an event also fits Motoyamacho Brewery’s rooted, local approach. For beer drinkers in Mito, HOTARU is the kind of release that shows how a place, an event, and a brewery can come together in one glass.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroI want to talk about Motoyamachi Brewery and its new Hazy IPA HOTARU, which was released at Sannomaru BEER GROOVE.
MugiWhat, the name HOTARU already sounds like it glows! And Hazy IPA is the cloudy kind, right?
Hop BroExactly. It uses local Mikamo Golden malt, so you get tropical, juicy aromas while still feeling that local identity.
MugiWhoa! But what changes with local malt? I always thought IPA was all about hops, so I'm surprised malt matters that much too.
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part. Malt is the foundation, and HOTARU has malt-driven richness, so it doesn’t end as just an aroma show.
MugiWhat does that even mean? And this silky mouthfeel thing... is the beer wearing silk pajamas!?
Hop BroThat image is a lot. It just means smooth texture: a soft, slightly creamy feel, but the finish still snaps clean.
MugiWow, that sounds like dangerously drinkable beer! If they served it at an event, I’d probably order another before noticing.
Hop BroAnd Motoyamachi Brewery also has the attached taproom Motoyamachi Beer Stand in Mito, which makes brewing, drinking, and enjoying feel continuous.
MugiA Hazy IPA made with local malt and enjoyed right there? That’s basically a Mito trip in a glass!
Hop BroExactly. It balances ingredient character with easy drinkability, so cheers with HOTARU feels like the only correct move right now.
