A new New Zealand style IPA

Sankaku Beer Works has announced the arrival of “tenan - NZ IPA” on Instagram. The name identifies the beer as an IPA centered on New Zealand hop character.

New Zealand hops are often known for bright citrus and tropical fruit aromas, with some varieties also showing white grape or herbal notes. These qualities give New Zealand style IPAs a profile distinct from beers built around American hop varieties. The key details for “tenan - NZ IPA” will be which hop varieties were selected and how the brewery balances aroma, bitterness, and finish.

The available announcement does not list the beer’s alcohol content, IBU, hop varieties, serving format, or quantity. Availability and further specifications should be confirmed through Sankaku Beer Works’ official social media or retailers.

Craft beer from Kawabe spring water

Sankaku Beer Works is based in Kagoshima Prefecture and uses water from Shimizu Spring in Kawabe, an area known for its natural springs. According to the brewery’s official website, its production facility is located inside TANOKAMI STATION, a former school that has been repurposed as a community destination. The attached cafe and restaurant serve the brewery’s beers alongside dishes made with ingredients from Kawabe.

Its lineup includes Jadd-IPA, which balances hop bitterness and floral character with toasted malt notes. “tenan - NZ IPA” offers a new opportunity to see how Sankaku Beer Works interprets the aroma and bitterness of New Zealand hops.