Ohori Brewery Releases West Coast IPA "PACIFIC AFTERGLOW"
Ohori Brewery in Fukuoka announced its new release, "PACIFIC AFTERGLOW," in a post published on February 18, 2026 at 15:49. The style is West Coast IPA, with ABV 7.0% and IBU 70. It is being offered both as draft beer in the taproom and as canned beer for sale.
Hop BroBreaking news: Ohori Brewery in Fukuoka has released a new beer, "PACIFIC AFTERGLOW." It's a West Coast IPA!
MugiWhoa! That name is way too cool! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroThe specs are bold too: ABV 7.0% and IBU 70. It was announced in a post on February 18, 2026 at 15:49, and they're offering both tap pours at the brewery and canned sales at the same time.
MugiWhat does that even mean! IBU 70 sounds like a test score, but what's 70 supposed to be?!
Hop BroIBU is a measure of bitterness. 70 is in the definitely bitter range. But this one is designed to start with a thick bitterness and then snap off cleanly at the end, so it doesn't just stop at being bitter.
MugiOhhh! Bitter but crisp? That's like a beer version of a super-capable senior coworker!
Hop BroThe aroma is great too. Grapefruit-like citrus and a strong pine character. The color leans amber to copper from roasted malt, and it really nails that West Coast IPA feel.
MugiRoasted malt...? That suddenly sounds like a science lab term! What does that mean, exactly?
Hop BroIt means the barley is lightly roasted to add color and a toasty aroma. That gives it a slightly deeper look and helps the bitterness stand out cleanly. If you sip it slowly, it’s fun to follow how the aroma changes too.
MugiI want to drink it on tap at the brewery now and take home a can to study later... Hop bro, today is definitely a "PACIFIC AFTERGLOW" kind of day!
Fukuoka-based Ohori Brewery has released a new IPA, "PACIFIC AFTERGLOW." The specs shown in the post are Style: WEST COAST IPA / ABV 7.0% / IBU 70. It is being sold in two formats: draft service at the brewery and canned beer sales.
Key points about this beer
According to the brewery's description, it was designed with the long-supported "West Coast IPA" character in mind, one of the most enduring styles in craft beer history. The color leans toward amber to copper, derived from roasted malt. The aroma is built around grapefruit-like citrus and a strong piney nuance.
The flavor delivers a substantial bitterness while finishing crisp and clean. As the IBU 70 figure suggests, the bitterness is clearly present, but this beer is designed not to end as mere sharpness. At ABV 7.0%, it also has plenty of body. This is the kind of beer you’ll want to sip slowly and follow the changing aroma and bitterness.
A new release in the context of Ohori Brewery
As a local brewery in Fukuoka, Ohori Brewery stands out for moving forward with both taproom experiences and can releases in parallel. This time as well, it is offering both draft for immediate enjoyment and cans to take home, creating a path that makes craft beer easier to choose in everyday life.
This release, which reintroduces a classic style through a modern interpretation, looks like one to check out first if you're looking for an IPA with a clearly defined bitterness.
Source: Instagram post
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBreaking news: Ohori Brewery in Fukuoka has released a new beer, "PACIFIC AFTERGLOW." It's a West Coast IPA!
MugiWhoa! That name is way too cool! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroThe specs are bold too: ABV 7.0% and IBU 70. It was announced in a post on February 18, 2026 at 15:49, and they're offering both tap pours at the brewery and canned sales at the same time.
MugiWhat does that even mean! IBU 70 sounds like a test score, but what's 70 supposed to be?!
Hop BroIBU is a measure of bitterness. 70 is in the definitely bitter range. But this one is designed to start with a thick bitterness and then snap off cleanly at the end, so it doesn't just stop at being bitter.
MugiOhhh! Bitter but crisp? That's like a beer version of a super-capable senior coworker!
Hop BroThe aroma is great too. Grapefruit-like citrus and a strong pine character. The color leans amber to copper from roasted malt, and it really nails that West Coast IPA feel.
MugiRoasted malt...? That suddenly sounds like a science lab term! What does that mean, exactly?
Hop BroIt means the barley is lightly roasted to add color and a toasty aroma. That gives it a slightly deeper look and helps the bitterness stand out cleanly. If you sip it slowly, it’s fun to follow how the aroma changes too.
MugiI want to drink it on tap at the brewery now and take home a can to study later... Hop bro, today is definitely a "PACIFIC AFTERGLOW" kind of day!
