Two Kegs Open at Mihama Base in Makuhari: Firestone Walker and Ise Kadoya Beer
At WORLD BEER&DINING MIHAMA BASE in Makuhari, Chiba, two new kegs have been tapped. The lineup is Firestone Walker's "Union Jack" and Ise Kadoya Beer’s "Hoppinyan 11th Fleet," and the shop is welcoming guests with the temperature set so they can stay comfortable even on hot days.
Hop BroAt Mihama Base in Makuhari, two new kegs have just been tapped. With Firestone Walker's "Union Jack" and Ise Kadoya Beer's "Hoppinyan 11th Fleet" on the board, it's irresistible for hop lovers.
MugiWait, is Union Jack that famous? The name sounds powerful, and kind of like a pirate flag!
Hop BroExactly. It's a classic West Coast IPA. The grapefruit, pineapple, and tangerine citrus notes really shine, while the sweetness of pale malt forms the backbone.
MugiPale malt? What's that! By a sweet backbone, do you mean it makes the beer feel soft and rounded?
Hop BroPretty much. Malt is malted barley, and it helps keep the bitterness and drinkability in balance. And at 7.0%, it has plenty of heft, but still finishes smooth.
MugiWow! Then the other one, Hoppinyan 11th Fleet, sounds fun just from the name!
Hop BroThis one is a DDH Hazy IPA, and this time Australian hops take center stage. With Galaxy and Enigma, it's a pretty glamorous recipe with layers of tropical fruit, passion fruit, white grape, and even berries.
MugiDDH sounds like some kind of spell... Do Southern Hemisphere hops really change the flavor that much?
Hop BroDDH stands for double dry hop, a process that loads the beer up with aroma. Southern Hemisphere hops tend to bring out freshness and fruitiness, and the light spice note they add is part of what makes them interesting.
MugiI see! And they’re keeping the shop cool, and takeout is OK too, right? With the manager’s birthday party on 6/5 and 6/6, there are almost too many reasons to go!
Hop BroExactly. There’s a lottery bonus too, and you can enjoy it by the pint or half-pint. If you compare these two kegs in Makuhari, you’ll probably end up talking about nothing but beer all the way home.
MugiIt’s decided! For tonight’s drink, how about I go with Hoppinyan at Mihama Base, and you take Union Jack?
At WORLD BEER&DINING MIHAMA BASE, a craft beer specialty shop in Makuhari, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, two new taps have been added. This time, the beers are Firestone Walker's "Union Jack" and Ise Kadoya Beer’s "Hoppinyan 11th Fleet." Both are the kind of lineup that beer fans love, with hop character that comes through clearly.
"Union Jack" is presented as a classic example of a West Coast IPA. Citrus aromas of grapefruit, pineapple, tangerine, apricot, and citrus are supported by the sweetness of pale malt, creating a well-balanced beer that combines bitterness and drinkability. At 7.0%, it has plenty of presence, yet finishes smoothly.
Meanwhile, "Hoppinyan 11th Fleet" is a DDH Hazy IPA. This release focuses on Australian hops, using Galaxy and Enigma in a recipe that layers in a bright, festive aroma of tropical fruit, passion fruit, white grape, berries, and even a light spice note. It is finished to emphasize the freshness and fruitiness typical of Southern Hemisphere hops.
Inside the shop, they say they are keeping things at a comfortable temperature so people can enjoy beer even on hot days. They also offer craft beer for takeout, which is another Mihama Base hallmark and makes it an easy place to stop by casually. Next week, on Friday 6/5 and Saturday 6/6, there will also be a manager birthday celebration, with a lottery entry for every pint or half-pint ordered, plus a can badge available as a bonus for visiting on both days. It is a perfect time to enjoy these two hop-forward kegs in Makuhari while also taking part in the shop's events.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Mihama Base in Makuhari, two new kegs have just been tapped. With Firestone Walker's "Union Jack" and Ise Kadoya Beer's "Hoppinyan 11th Fleet" on the board, it's irresistible for hop lovers.
MugiWait, is Union Jack that famous? The name sounds powerful, and kind of like a pirate flag!
Hop BroExactly. It's a classic West Coast IPA. The grapefruit, pineapple, and tangerine citrus notes really shine, while the sweetness of pale malt forms the backbone.
MugiPale malt? What's that! By a sweet backbone, do you mean it makes the beer feel soft and rounded?
Hop BroPretty much. Malt is malted barley, and it helps keep the bitterness and drinkability in balance. And at 7.0%, it has plenty of heft, but still finishes smooth.
MugiWow! Then the other one, Hoppinyan 11th Fleet, sounds fun just from the name!
Hop BroThis one is a DDH Hazy IPA, and this time Australian hops take center stage. With Galaxy and Enigma, it's a pretty glamorous recipe with layers of tropical fruit, passion fruit, white grape, and even berries.
MugiDDH sounds like some kind of spell... Do Southern Hemisphere hops really change the flavor that much?
Hop BroDDH stands for double dry hop, a process that loads the beer up with aroma. Southern Hemisphere hops tend to bring out freshness and fruitiness, and the light spice note they add is part of what makes them interesting.
MugiI see! And they’re keeping the shop cool, and takeout is OK too, right? With the manager’s birthday party on 6/5 and 6/6, there are almost too many reasons to go!
Hop BroExactly. There’s a lottery bonus too, and you can enjoy it by the pint or half-pint. If you compare these two kegs in Makuhari, you’ll probably end up talking about nothing but beer all the way home.
MugiIt’s decided! For tonight’s drink, how about I go with Hoppinyan at Mihama Base, and you take Union Jack?
