Toetopia Brewery Releases DDH Hazy DIPA "Kodamaphobia"
Toetopia Brewery in Nagakute, Aichi has unveiled its new beer, "Kodamaphobia." It is an 8.5% DDH Hazy DIPA brewed with Citra, Nectaron, Riwaka, and Citra Cryo. B2B sales are scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM on April 21, and B2C sales at 7:00 PM on April 24.
Hop BroToetopia Brewery has released a new beer, Kodamaphobia. And it's a DDH Hazy DIPA at 8.5%, so even the name already feels like the forest is nearby.
MugiWait, what's a fear of forest spirits supposed to mean? It sounds scary and delicious at the same time, like the beer name is completely jammed with ideas!
Hop BroIt's a playful nod to the English translation of forest-spirit fear, and they really build out the world around it. Toetopia Brewery is a small brewery in Nagakute, and their names have a consistent style.
MugiSo this DDH Hazy DIPA thing sounds like a spell... what's actually different from a regular beer?
Hop BroDDH means they really load in the dry hops twice, Hazy refers to the haze and juicy character, and DIPA means a stronger IPA. So you get full-on hop aroma with plenty of body, while still keeping the drink smooth.
MugiOhhh! And the hops are Citra and Riwaka, so just the names sound refreshing. It feels like a tropical breeze is about to blow through, right?
Hop BroExactly. And with Nectaron and Citra Cryo in the mix too, the aroma layers should really stand out. The official description says it starts with a fresh, green aroma, then moves into pineapple-like fruitiness, and finishes with a clean lime-like snap.
MugiWait, that's basically a traffic jam of aromas! From green notes to pineapple, it sounds like you're taking a trip in a single sip!
Hop BroAnd the nice part is that it doesn't just stay dense; the lime note in the finish brings it to a clean aftertaste. Because it's not all about heaviness, the shape of the beer stays clear even in a DDH Hazy.
MugiI see, so Toetopia Brewery makes things rich in both character and flavor. If B2B starts at 3:00 PM on April 21 and B2C starts at 7:00 PM on April 24, I'm marking my calendar in red and waiting!
Hop BroNice. Once you lock in the release timing, all that's left is to confirm it in the glass. This is the kind of new beer that makes you want to sit down with a friend and enjoy a pint while checking out the aroma.
Overview of the New Release "Kodamaphobia"
The new beer announced by Toetopia Brewery is a DDH Hazy DIPA named "Kodamaphobia / Kodama Phobia (fear of forest spirits)." It has an ABV of 8.5% and uses Citra, Nectaron, Riwaka, and Citra Cryo. The post not only introduces the new product, but also clearly states when sales will begin.
Flavor Direction
According to the official description, the beer is designed so that the first impression is a fresh, green aroma rising from the glass, followed by a dense fruity character reminiscent of pineapple spreading across the palate. In the finish, a crisp lime-like edge comes in, bringing it to a clean aftertaste that is not weighed down by heaviness alone. While retaining the thickness typical of a DDH Hazy DIPA, it aims for a drink with defined contours.
Toetopia Brewery Context
Toetopia Brewery is a small brewery established in 2022 in Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture. With heavy use of hops and a focus on freshness, it has also expressed itself through beers incorporating fruit and botanicals. Its naming and world-building are consistently cohesive, and this latest "Kodamaphobia" release continues that line.
Sales Schedule
- B2B: From 3:00 PM on April 21
- B2C: From 7:00 PM on April 24
Since the announcement dates differ between business and consumer sales, it may be worth checking the start time if you're interested.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToetopia Brewery has released a new beer, Kodamaphobia. And it's a DDH Hazy DIPA at 8.5%, so even the name already feels like the forest is nearby.
MugiWait, what's a fear of forest spirits supposed to mean? It sounds scary and delicious at the same time, like the beer name is completely jammed with ideas!
Hop BroIt's a playful nod to the English translation of forest-spirit fear, and they really build out the world around it. Toetopia Brewery is a small brewery in Nagakute, and their names have a consistent style.
MugiSo this DDH Hazy DIPA thing sounds like a spell... what's actually different from a regular beer?
Hop BroDDH means they really load in the dry hops twice, Hazy refers to the haze and juicy character, and DIPA means a stronger IPA. So you get full-on hop aroma with plenty of body, while still keeping the drink smooth.
MugiOhhh! And the hops are Citra and Riwaka, so just the names sound refreshing. It feels like a tropical breeze is about to blow through, right?
Hop BroExactly. And with Nectaron and Citra Cryo in the mix too, the aroma layers should really stand out. The official description says it starts with a fresh, green aroma, then moves into pineapple-like fruitiness, and finishes with a clean lime-like snap.
MugiWait, that's basically a traffic jam of aromas! From green notes to pineapple, it sounds like you're taking a trip in a single sip!
Hop BroAnd the nice part is that it doesn't just stay dense; the lime note in the finish brings it to a clean aftertaste. Because it's not all about heaviness, the shape of the beer stays clear even in a DDH Hazy.
MugiI see, so Toetopia Brewery makes things rich in both character and flavor. If B2B starts at 3:00 PM on April 21 and B2C starts at 7:00 PM on April 24, I'm marking my calendar in red and waiting!
Hop BroNice. Once you lock in the release timing, all that's left is to confirm it in the glass. This is the kind of new beer that makes you want to sit down with a friend and enjoy a pint while checking out the aroma.
