HOP MAN in Chigasaki Taps Minoh Beer’s Japanese Peach Weizen
HOP MAN, a craft beer pub in Chigasaki, Kanagawa, has tapped Minoh Beer’s Japanese Peach Weizen, Shimizu Hakuto Version. Brewed with generously used Japanese peaches from Wakayama, the fruit beer offers a floral aroma and a dry, crisp finish.
Hop BroHOP MAN, a beer pub in Chigasaki, has tapped Minoh Beer’s peach weizen. This one is the Shimizu Hakuto version!
MugiWhat? Wouldn’t a peach beer taste like juice? The Shimizu Hakuto edition already sounds delicious!
Hop BroThat’s the fun part: it uses generous Arakawa peaches from Hachiki Farm in Wakayama, yet finishes dry and crisp.
MugiDry? Even with lots of peaches? In my head, the peaches are debating right now!
Hop BroDuring fermentation, much of the fruit sugar becomes alcohol, so it can keep peach aroma without lingering sweetness. Think peach aroma, crisp finish.
MugiOoh! So it’s peachy enough to gulp down on a hot day. A peach summer escape in a glass!
Hop BroThe base is a weizen, a German-style beer brewed with wheat malt. Yeast-driven fruitiness and wheat’s soft texture work beautifully with peach.
MugiNo way! The yeast is fruity too? I thought only the peach was working hard—yeast is the co-star!
Hop BroThe peaches are hand-puréed on harvest day, so each batch varies a little. This release’s delicate peachy perfume deserves a proper glass.
MugiLet’s check HOP MAN’s taps and have one with food! Peach weizen in Chigasaki—I’m ready to toast!
Minoh Beer’s peach-infused Weizen arrives at HOP MAN
HOP MAN, a beer pub in Chigasaki, Kanagawa, is now serving Minoh Beer’s Japanese Peach Weizen, Shimizu Hakuto Version.
The beer is based on a Weizen and brewed with a generous amount of Japanese peaches. The peaches come from Hachiki Farm in Wakayama, known for its Arakawa peaches. Fresh fruit harvested on the same day is processed into purée entirely by hand before being used in the brew.
Depending on the harvest season, the beer uses one of four peach varieties: Wase, Hakuhō, Shimizu Hakuto, or Kawakanajima. This release highlights Shimizu Hakuto, whose delicate character complements the naturally fruity aroma of the Weizen. The result is a prominently peachy nose and a bright, floral expression.
Despite the generous fruit addition, the beer is designed without residual sweetness. Its dry, crisp finish makes it suitable for warm weather drinking and easy to pair with food.
The brewery also notes that the aroma and flavor can vary slightly from batch to batch, adding another point of interest for repeat visits. Located on the second floor of Sunraizu Shonan in Chigasaki’s Jukkenzaka area, HOP MAN is a destination for exploring rotating craft beer taps. Availability should be confirmed at the pub before visiting.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroHOP MAN, a beer pub in Chigasaki, has tapped Minoh Beer’s peach weizen. This one is the Shimizu Hakuto version!
MugiWhat? Wouldn’t a peach beer taste like juice? The Shimizu Hakuto edition already sounds delicious!
Hop BroThat’s the fun part: it uses generous Arakawa peaches from Hachiki Farm in Wakayama, yet finishes dry and crisp.
MugiDry? Even with lots of peaches? In my head, the peaches are debating right now!
Hop BroDuring fermentation, much of the fruit sugar becomes alcohol, so it can keep peach aroma without lingering sweetness. Think peach aroma, crisp finish.
MugiOoh! So it’s peachy enough to gulp down on a hot day. A peach summer escape in a glass!
Hop BroThe base is a weizen, a German-style beer brewed with wheat malt. Yeast-driven fruitiness and wheat’s soft texture work beautifully with peach.
MugiNo way! The yeast is fruity too? I thought only the peach was working hard—yeast is the co-star!
Hop BroThe peaches are hand-puréed on harvest day, so each batch varies a little. This release’s delicate peachy perfume deserves a proper glass.
MugiLet’s check HOP MAN’s taps and have one with food! Peach weizen in Chigasaki—I’m ready to toast!
