Introducing the launch of Okinoshima Brewing Hibi at Iwami Beer Onsen Resort Kaze no Kuni Brewery
An Instagram post about Iwami Beer Onsen Resort Kaze no Kuni Brewery in Sakurae Town, Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture introduced the full-scale launch of "Okinoshima Brewing Hibi," operated by Mr. Mizuma of Oki, along with "Oki CRAFT BEER" made with sake lees. It was a story that combined the local feel unique to a brewpub with a beer that lets you see the background of its ingredients.
Hop BroToday I want to talk about the Iwami Beer Onsen Resort Kaze no Kuni Brewery in Sakurae Town, Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. It’s a brewpub inside an onsen resort, and the nice thing is that you can just drop in on the way by.
MugiWait, beer at a hot spring!? That’s basically the straight-from-the-bath route. Amazing!
Hop BroAnd the big topic this time is the full-scale launch of Okinoshima Brewing Hibi, run by Mr. Mizuma from Oki. When a maker from a remote island gets moving, the local character comes through so much more strongly.
MugiOhh, so “full-scale launch” means it was kind of in preparation before? That moment when things start moving is so exciting.
Hop BroAnd then there’s Oki CRAFT BEER, made with sake lees from a sake brewery. Adding sake lees tends to bring out a soft aroma and more depth, and it should be interesting with food too.
MugiSake lees are the stuff left over after making Japanese sake, right? Wait, they put that in beer!? My brain can’t keep up with this two-part alcohol duet!
Hop BroExactly. That’s why it becomes a beer where you can really see the story behind the ingredients. What’s interesting about the aroma from sake lees is that it brings in not just a flashy scent, but the story of the land itself.
MugiWhat is that! If I drank that, I’d definitely want to talk about it. I’d probably be moved by the first sip!
Hop BroAnd Iwami Beer also has a wide range, from Session IPA and Belgian White to Saison and Dry Stout. The strength of small-batch, wide-variety brewing is that you can choose something that fits your mood that day.
MugiNow I really want to make a detour there! So it’s hot spring, drink, and then talk some more, right? Today I’m seriously craving a post-bath pint.
A Topic Worth Noting at Iwami Beer Onsen Resort Kaze no Kuni Brewery
Iwami Beer Onsen Resort Kaze no Kuni Brewery is a brewpub in Sakurae Town, Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. Because it is located inside a facility that bears the name of an onsen resort, it is an easy place to stop by during a trip or between activities during a stay. As a brewery in western Shimane and Gotsu City, Iwami Beer continues to make small-batch, wide-variety craft beer.
The Instagram post this time highlighted the full-scale launch of the brewery "Okinoshima Brewing Hibi," operated by Mr. Mizuma of Oki. It also introduced "Oki CRAFT BEER," made using sake lees from a local sake brewery, and what stood out was how clearly the local ingredients and the maker’s background came through. It is the kind of beer that makes you want to look forward to the soft aroma from the sake lees and the way it opens up when paired with food.
On its official website, Iwami Beer offers a diverse lineup of styles including Session IPA, Belgian White, American Pale Ale, Extra Pale Ale, Saison, Dry Stout, Sour Ale, and Cider. One of the charms of a brewpub is that the beer you encounter changes depending on when you visit. This post makes you want to follow both the new craft beer coming out of Oki and the broad lineup from Iwami Beer.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday I want to talk about the Iwami Beer Onsen Resort Kaze no Kuni Brewery in Sakurae Town, Gotsu City, Shimane Prefecture. It’s a brewpub inside an onsen resort, and the nice thing is that you can just drop in on the way by.
MugiWait, beer at a hot spring!? That’s basically the straight-from-the-bath route. Amazing!
Hop BroAnd the big topic this time is the full-scale launch of Okinoshima Brewing Hibi, run by Mr. Mizuma from Oki. When a maker from a remote island gets moving, the local character comes through so much more strongly.
MugiOhh, so “full-scale launch” means it was kind of in preparation before? That moment when things start moving is so exciting.
Hop BroAnd then there’s Oki CRAFT BEER, made with sake lees from a sake brewery. Adding sake lees tends to bring out a soft aroma and more depth, and it should be interesting with food too.
MugiSake lees are the stuff left over after making Japanese sake, right? Wait, they put that in beer!? My brain can’t keep up with this two-part alcohol duet!
Hop BroExactly. That’s why it becomes a beer where you can really see the story behind the ingredients. What’s interesting about the aroma from sake lees is that it brings in not just a flashy scent, but the story of the land itself.
MugiWhat is that! If I drank that, I’d definitely want to talk about it. I’d probably be moved by the first sip!
Hop BroAnd Iwami Beer also has a wide range, from Session IPA and Belgian White to Saison and Dry Stout. The strength of small-batch, wide-variety brewing is that you can choose something that fits your mood that day.
MugiNow I really want to make a detour there! So it’s hot spring, drink, and then talk some more, right? Today I’m seriously craving a post-bath pint.
