GORA BREWERY's "Doodle" Newly Tapped at HOP MAN in Chigasaki
At the beer pub HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Kanagawa, GORA BREWERY's "Doodle" has just been tapped. With the soft mouthfeel typical of a Hazy Pale Ale and citrus and tropical aromas centered around Citra layered on top, this is a pint that is likely to keep the conversation flowing.
Hop BroAt the beer pub HOP MAN in Chigasaki, GORA BREWERY's Doodle has just been tapped. And it's a Hazy Pale Ale, so when a keg like this comes in, it really brightens up the whole atmosphere of the place.
MugiWhoa! Hazy Pale Ale is that cloudy, soft one, right? Even the name already sounds delicious!
Hop BroExactly. Doodle is also easy to drink at 5.5%, and with plenty of oats building the body and the mouthfeel leaning silky, it goes down smoothly while still being full of substance.
MugiBody from oats? What does that even mean! So it's not like tea, all thin and watery, but like it gives the beer a kind of "body"?
Hop BroThat's right. A solid body means the thickness and sense of satisfaction you get when you drink it. Doodle builds on Citra, then layers in Idaho #7, Galaxy, and Hyperboost Citra, so the hop aroma comes through in beautifully layered waves.
MugiNo way! Hops can change that much when you layer them? Layered aroma makes it sound like a beer curtain call!
Hop BroThat's exactly what makes it interesting. The aroma is led by citrus and tropical fruit. On top of that, there's a juicy candy-like character, so it's not just sweet - it's a hazy beer with real definition.
MugiOhhh! Juicy candy-like character means that when you drink it, your mouth turns into a tropical snack festival?!
Hop BroPretty close, actually. Drinking it in a calm place like HOP MAN lets you watch the aroma of the rotating keg pour open up little by little with time, so it's the kind of beer that makes you want to take your time with it.
MugiThen we have to go! Let's drink Doodle on HOP MAN's taps and check how the aroma changes together.
GORA BREWERY's New Keg at HOP MAN in Chigasaki
At the beer pub "HOP MAN" on the second floor in Jukkembata, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, GORA BREWERY's "Doodle" has been newly tapped. In the post, the style is Hazy Pale Ale, and the alcohol content is 5.5%. With a clear focus on how the hops are layered, this is a beer that craft beer fans will want to check out.
What the Beer Is Like
"Doodle" is characterized by a solid body from the generous use of oats and a silky, smooth mouthfeel. Built around Citra and combined with Idaho #7, Galaxy, and Hyperboost Citra, it brings the hops' sweet, juicy aromas to the forefront.
In terms of aroma, notes of citrus, tropical fruit, and a juicy candy-like character stand out. Compared with its soft appearance, it has a strong hop presence on the palate. Among hazy beers, this is the kind that isn't just rich and thick, but also lets you enjoy a clearly defined aroma.
What It Means to Drink It at HOP MAN
HOP MAN is one of Chigasaki's go-to spots for enjoying craft beer. In the calm setting of Jukkembata, the appeal is being able to slowly savor each rotating keg pour. A hop-forward beer like this "Doodle" should reveal its changes more clearly when you take your time over a glass at the bar.
If you're interested, it would be worth checking out GORA BREWERY's hop approach through the taps at HOP MAN.
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Hop BroAt the beer pub HOP MAN in Chigasaki, GORA BREWERY's Doodle has just been tapped. And it's a Hazy Pale Ale, so when a keg like this comes in, it really brightens up the whole atmosphere of the place.
MugiWhoa! Hazy Pale Ale is that cloudy, soft one, right? Even the name already sounds delicious!
Hop BroExactly. Doodle is also easy to drink at 5.5%, and with plenty of oats building the body and the mouthfeel leaning silky, it goes down smoothly while still being full of substance.
MugiBody from oats? What does that even mean! So it's not like tea, all thin and watery, but like it gives the beer a kind of "body"?
Hop BroThat's right. A solid body means the thickness and sense of satisfaction you get when you drink it. Doodle builds on Citra, then layers in Idaho #7, Galaxy, and Hyperboost Citra, so the hop aroma comes through in beautifully layered waves.
MugiNo way! Hops can change that much when you layer them? Layered aroma makes it sound like a beer curtain call!
Hop BroThat's exactly what makes it interesting. The aroma is led by citrus and tropical fruit. On top of that, there's a juicy candy-like character, so it's not just sweet - it's a hazy beer with real definition.
MugiOhhh! Juicy candy-like character means that when you drink it, your mouth turns into a tropical snack festival?!
Hop BroPretty close, actually. Drinking it in a calm place like HOP MAN lets you watch the aroma of the rotating keg pour open up little by little with time, so it's the kind of beer that makes you want to take your time with it.
MugiThen we have to go! Let's drink Doodle on HOP MAN's taps and check how the aroma changes together.
