Miura Brewery's "MISAKI Maguro Amber" Reports IBC Gold and JBC2026 Silver
Miura Brewery on the Miura Peninsula in Kanagawa posted an awards report on its official Instagram on March 3, 2026. The post said that "MISAKI Maguro Amber" won a gold medal and the British Heritage category champion title at the International Beer Cup 2025, and also took silver at the JAPAN BREWERS CUP 2026.
Hop BroHere’s the news: Miura Brewery in Kanagawa announced that "MISAKI Maguro Amber" won awards. They reported it in an Instagram post on March 3, 2026!
MugiWhoa! Just the name sounds powerful. How big a deal are these awards?
Hop BroIt won gold at the International Beer Cup 2025, and even took the British Heritage category champion title. On top of that, it also earned silver at the JAPAN BREWERS CUP 2026.
MugiWhat? That’s a gold-and-silver double crown! What kind of beer is "MISAKI Maguro Amber"?
Hop BroIt’s an English Brown Ale. The brown malt and cara aroma malt give it caramel notes and a toasty finish.
MugiCara aroma malt!? That suddenly sounds like a spell! What does that do to the flavor?
Hop BroPut simply, it brings out a toasty character like the crust of lightly charred bread, along with a gentle sweet aftertaste. It’s the kind of beer that glides you along slowly rather than smacking you over the head with hops.
MugiOhhh! So it’s the kind you can just keep drinking? I want the numbers too!
Hop BroIt’s ABV 5.5% and IBU 22. Not too bitter and not too light, with a balance that pairs well with food. And it’s especially exciting that the brewmaster has spent two years refining this flagship beer since the brewery first launched.
MugiEven the story is great... I want to visit Miura Brewery on the Miura Peninsula, the taproom, and TAP INN MIURA! I want to drink "MISAKI Maguro Amber" right now!
Miura Brewery (Kanagawa) once again shared the award results for its flagship beer, "MISAKI Maguro Amber," in an Instagram post on March 3, 2026. According to the post, the beer won a gold medal at the International Beer Cup 2025, along with the category champion title in the British Heritage division. It also received a silver medal at the recently held JAPAN BREWERS CUP 2026.
The post says that "each award certificate has arrived," and notes that this amber ale has been a beer the brewmaster has poured strong feelings into since the brewery's early days. After two years of design and refinement, the beer has been recognized by judges both in Japan and abroad.
According to the standard lineup information on the official website, "MISAKI Maguro Amber" is an English Brown Ale. Made with brown malt and cara aroma malt, it is designed with a caramel-like character, and its specifications are ABV 5.5% / IBU 22. Rather than aiming for flashiness, the style emphasizes malt-derived toastiness and an easy-drinking profile.
Miura Brewery is based at the southern tip of the Miura Peninsula and promotes a brewing philosophy centered on expressing the area's appeal through beer. In addition to the brewery-adjacent taproom, it also operates the accommodation facility "TAP INN MIURA," where every room has its own beer tap. Its focus on connecting local ingredients, seaside experiences, and craft beer is one of its defining features. This award is noteworthy as news that shows locally rooted brewing can also succeed in competition settings.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroHere’s the news: Miura Brewery in Kanagawa announced that "MISAKI Maguro Amber" won awards. They reported it in an Instagram post on March 3, 2026!
MugiWhoa! Just the name sounds powerful. How big a deal are these awards?
Hop BroIt won gold at the International Beer Cup 2025, and even took the British Heritage category champion title. On top of that, it also earned silver at the JAPAN BREWERS CUP 2026.
MugiWhat? That’s a gold-and-silver double crown! What kind of beer is "MISAKI Maguro Amber"?
Hop BroIt’s an English Brown Ale. The brown malt and cara aroma malt give it caramel notes and a toasty finish.
MugiCara aroma malt!? That suddenly sounds like a spell! What does that do to the flavor?
Hop BroPut simply, it brings out a toasty character like the crust of lightly charred bread, along with a gentle sweet aftertaste. It’s the kind of beer that glides you along slowly rather than smacking you over the head with hops.
MugiOhhh! So it’s the kind you can just keep drinking? I want the numbers too!
Hop BroIt’s ABV 5.5% and IBU 22. Not too bitter and not too light, with a balance that pairs well with food. And it’s especially exciting that the brewmaster has spent two years refining this flagship beer since the brewery first launched.
MugiEven the story is great... I want to visit Miura Brewery on the Miura Peninsula, the taproom, and TAP INN MIURA! I want to drink "MISAKI Maguro Amber" right now!
