Extra Hop in Oita taps CRAFTROCK x SPECIAL OTHERS NZ IPA and TENYA HARE HUNT
The beer pub craft beer "Extra Hop" in central Oita announced two guest beers in an Instagram post dated June 13. The lineup pairs a minty NZ IPA from CRAFTROCK BREWING and SPECIAL OTHERS with Aozora Brewery's TENYA HARE HUNT.
Hop BroExtra Hop in Oita just tapped two guest beers tonight: CRAFTROCK BREWING x SPECIAL OTHERS' NZ IPA w/ Mint, and Aozora Brewery's TENYA HARE HUNT.
MugiWait, a mint IPA? What is that! Am I drinking beer or brushing my teeth?
Hop BroThat is the trick. It was brewed for SPECIAL OTHERS' 20th anniversary, and the NZ hop citrus plays with minty herbal notes, so it sounds perfect for warm weather.
MugiWhoa, okay, but NZ hops really taste that different? Do tiny kiwis start a dance party in the glass?
Hop BroThe only thing dancing is your imagination. NZ hops often lean bright, like white grape and lime, and the mint pushes it toward a clean finish.
MugiOkay, I'm in. Then what about TENYA HARE HUNT? The name already sounds like a rabbit sprinting through a field.
Hop BroThat one is an English-style pale ale from Aozora Brewery, and the key detail is the Chevallier barley.
MugiCheval-what? Chevallier barley sounds like a spell. Do I drink it and instantly become a British noble?
Hop BroIt is an old-school barley variety. It tends to bring bread-and-biscuit aromas, so instead of flashy hops, this beer leans on malt depth and balance.
MugiThat has tartine written all over it! Extra Hop does 1 Beer & 1 Food, right? This is not a rule, this is a life plan.
Hop BroExactly. They really push food pairing, there are no reservations, and last order is 21:30, so a side-by-side flight of minty IPA first and mellow pale ale second makes perfect sense.
MugiA music-collab IPA and a malt-forward English pale in one stop? Tonight at Extra Hop is being way too persuasive. I want a glass now.
craft beer "Extra Hop" in Chuo-machi, Oita, updated its guest-beer lineup in an Instagram post dated June 13. The beer pub, located on the first floor of Okuno Hosomichi Building, is featuring two different styles: a collaboration beer from CRAFTROCK BREWING / SPECIAL OTHERS and an English-style pale ale from Aozora Brewery.
The beers on tap are Craftrock Special Others New Zealand IPA w/ Mint and TENYA HARE HUNT. The first is a collaboration brewed for SPECIAL OTHERS' 20th anniversary, using New Zealand hops and mint. It is described as a refreshing IPA with citrus-driven character and a herbal edge, making it an easy choice for warm weather.
TENYA HARE HUNT is an English pale ale brewed with the heritage barley variety Chevallier. It is known for a solid malt body and aromas reminiscent of bread and biscuits. Rather than leaning on bold hop expression, this beer is built around malt depth and balance, which should appeal to drinkers looking for a more classic, malt-forward pint.
The post also includes a photo of a new tartine designed to pair with beer, underscoring Extra Hop's food-and-beer-first approach. The pub does not serve wine or soft drinks, and it asks each guest to order one beer and one food item. Last order is at 21:30, and reservations are not accepted, so the experience is centered on walking in and enjoying the tap list as it stands.
For beer fans in Oita, the appeal here is clear: a music-linked collaboration IPA alongside a malt-driven English pale ale, both served in a venue that treats food pairing as part of the experience.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroExtra Hop in Oita just tapped two guest beers tonight: CRAFTROCK BREWING x SPECIAL OTHERS' NZ IPA w/ Mint, and Aozora Brewery's TENYA HARE HUNT.
MugiWait, a mint IPA? What is that! Am I drinking beer or brushing my teeth?
Hop BroThat is the trick. It was brewed for SPECIAL OTHERS' 20th anniversary, and the NZ hop citrus plays with minty herbal notes, so it sounds perfect for warm weather.
MugiWhoa, okay, but NZ hops really taste that different? Do tiny kiwis start a dance party in the glass?
Hop BroThe only thing dancing is your imagination. NZ hops often lean bright, like white grape and lime, and the mint pushes it toward a clean finish.
MugiOkay, I'm in. Then what about TENYA HARE HUNT? The name already sounds like a rabbit sprinting through a field.
Hop BroThat one is an English-style pale ale from Aozora Brewery, and the key detail is the Chevallier barley.
MugiCheval-what? Chevallier barley sounds like a spell. Do I drink it and instantly become a British noble?
Hop BroIt is an old-school barley variety. It tends to bring bread-and-biscuit aromas, so instead of flashy hops, this beer leans on malt depth and balance.
MugiThat has tartine written all over it! Extra Hop does 1 Beer & 1 Food, right? This is not a rule, this is a life plan.
Hop BroExactly. They really push food pairing, there are no reservations, and last order is 21:30, so a side-by-side flight of minty IPA first and mellow pale ale second makes perfect sense.
MugiA music-collab IPA and a malt-forward English pale in one stop? Tonight at Extra Hop is being way too persuasive. I want a glass now.
