Far Yeast Tokyo to Begin Serving Limited-Edition "Gotanda Erotic Hazy IPA"
On March 18, Far Yeast Brewing announced on Instagram that it will offer the Far Yeast Tokyo exclusive beer "Gotanda Erotic Hazy IPA." Featuring aromas reminiscent of ripe fruit from four hop varieties and the smooth mouthfeel typical of a Hazy, it will be served only on draft.
Hop BroToday's new release, Gotanda Erotic Hazy IPA is coming out exclusively at Far Yeast Tokyo!
MugiWhoa! That name is way too impactful! So which brewery makes it?
Hop BroIt's made by Far Yeast Brewing, which has a source brewery in Yamanashi. The style is Hazy IPA, and the ABV is 6.0%.
MugiHuh... I saw that the IBU is 10. What's IBU? Is it some kind of spell?
Hop BroIBU is a measure of bitterness, and 10 is pretty gentle. So this one is designed to emphasize aroma over bitterness.
MugiThat sounds so drinkable! And with four hop varieties, is it really going to smell like ripe fruit?
Hop BroAbsolutely. El Dorado, Mosaic, HBC 638, and Citra Cryo are used, and Cryo is like an upgraded form of hop expression that reduces roughness while bringing out aroma.
MugiI thought Cryo was some kind of frozen monster, but it's a serious technique! And a silky mouthfeel too? That's unfairly appealing!
Hop BroAnd it's draft-only, not canned or bottled, so they're clearly aiming for that on-site experience at Far Yeast Tokyo.
MugiIf it's about a 3-minute walk from JR Gotanda Station, I'm in! I can already picture stopping by with the intention of just one drink after work!
Hop BroThat "just one drink" usually becomes more than one. Since the grassy notes are supposedly restrained, let's go check out the first sip first.
MugiDeal! Both of us, hop bro and me, are suddenly in the mood to toast in Gotanda tonight!
Far Yeast Brewing, which operates the Genseng Brewery in Yamanashi, has introduced a new limited beer at its Tokyo base, Far Yeast Tokyo. The beer announced in the post is "Gotanda Erotic Hazy IPA." As a drink inspired by a night in Gotanda, it is designed with in-store service in mind.
The specifications revealed this time are as follows.
- Style: Hazy IPA
- ABV: 6.0%
- IBU: 10
- Hops: El Dorado / Mosaic / HBC 638 / Citra Cryo
- Serving format: Draft only
The post highlights the aroma of ripe fruit from the four-hop blend, along with the hazy beer's signature cloudiness and a silky-smooth mouthfeel. The design appears to aim for a clean drinking experience with restrained grassy notes. The IBU of 10 also suggests a well-balanced Hazy IPA that emphasizes aroma and texture over strong bitterness.
The beer will be served at Far Yeast Tokyo (about a 3-minute walk from JR Gotanda Station). Its easy access makes it a convenient stop for a drink after work or on the weekend. Because it is draft-only, this release seems to prioritize the "drink it there and then" experience rather than a canned or bottled format.
Far Yeast Brewing is a brewery based at its source brewery in Kosuge Village, Yamanashi Prefecture, and it continues to explore a wide range of styles. It also keeps producing limited beers that make use of regional character, and this urban taproom-exclusive release showcases the breadth of its lineup. This is a beer I want to try in a glass and see how it brings together a local atmosphere with modern hop expression.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's new release, Gotanda Erotic Hazy IPA is coming out exclusively at Far Yeast Tokyo!
MugiWhoa! That name is way too impactful! So which brewery makes it?
Hop BroIt's made by Far Yeast Brewing, which has a source brewery in Yamanashi. The style is Hazy IPA, and the ABV is 6.0%.
MugiHuh... I saw that the IBU is 10. What's IBU? Is it some kind of spell?
Hop BroIBU is a measure of bitterness, and 10 is pretty gentle. So this one is designed to emphasize aroma over bitterness.
MugiThat sounds so drinkable! And with four hop varieties, is it really going to smell like ripe fruit?
Hop BroAbsolutely. El Dorado, Mosaic, HBC 638, and Citra Cryo are used, and Cryo is like an upgraded form of hop expression that reduces roughness while bringing out aroma.
MugiI thought Cryo was some kind of frozen monster, but it's a serious technique! And a silky mouthfeel too? That's unfairly appealing!
Hop BroAnd it's draft-only, not canned or bottled, so they're clearly aiming for that on-site experience at Far Yeast Tokyo.
MugiIf it's about a 3-minute walk from JR Gotanda Station, I'm in! I can already picture stopping by with the intention of just one drink after work!
Hop BroThat "just one drink" usually becomes more than one. Since the grassy notes are supposedly restrained, let's go check out the first sip first.
MugiDeal! Both of us, hop bro and me, are suddenly in the mood to toast in Gotanda tonight!
