Shimanami Brewery’s “Shimanami Hoppin Lager Nelson Sauvin” Arrives at Saiougauma
A guest beer from Shimanami Brewery has appeared at Saiougauma, a beer pub in Kobe’s Sannomiya district. “Shimanami Hoppin Lager Nelson Sauvin” is being introduced as a beer that combines IPL-like drinkability with aromas reminiscent of white grapes.
Hop BroIn Sannomiya’s Saiougauma, Shimanami Brewery’s “Shimanami Hoppin Lager Nelson Sauvin” has arrived. It’s the kind of lager where the hop aroma really stands out, so it’s a beer I’m very curious about.
MugiWhoa! A lager with a strong aroma? What does that even mean? That’s the kind of beer that fills your head with beer thoughts, and the name Hoppin Lager already sounds intense!
Hop BroExactly. It’s an IPL, an Indian Pale Lager. The idea is to get the best of both worlds: the bright character of an IPA and the crispness of a lager.
MugiWait, getting both sounds kind of unfair, doesn’t it? And the article even says pilsner style, so now I’m just frozen in front of the label!
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting. The base is lager-like and easy to drink. And since it’s 5.5% ABV, the balance lets you enjoy the aroma without it feeling too heavy.
MugiOhhh! So you can drink it smoothly, but get that soft aroma on your nose. Just hearing white grape aroma already makes it feel classy!
Hop BroExactly. Nelson Sauvin gives it a white-grape-like aroma, layered with tropical nuances and a crisp bitterness.
MugiTropical too!? So it’s not just refreshing, it has a real shape to the aroma, right? I feel like I’d take one sip and say, ‘What was that?!’
Hop BroAnd on top of that, it uses 100% malt produced in Germany. Even when the hops are flashy, the malt sweetness forms the foundation, so it’s not just about a light finish.
MugiSaiougauma seems great too, with that counter-friendly atmosphere where you can drink while talking, and it sounds fun to follow the rotating guest beers!
Hop BroExactly. You can just swing by in Sannomiya and enjoy that feeling of moving back and forth between lager and IPA. This is the kind of beer that makes you want to go check the tap lineup right now.
MugiYep, tonight’s decided! I want to raise a glass to the white-grape-like aroma with a Shimanami Hoppin Lager in hand!
Guest Beer
Kobe’s Sannomiya beer pub “Saiougauma” has added Shimanami Brewery’s “Shimanami Hoppin Lager Nelson Sauvin” as a guest beer. The post describes it as a pilsner (IPL, Indian Pale Lager) with an ABV of 5.5%.
This beer is a derivative of the “Hoppin Lager” concept, designed with both IPA and lager in mind. It uses 100% malt produced in Germany and is said to offer a fresh white-grape-like aroma from Nelson Sauvin, tropical nuances, and a sharp bitterness. While bringing hop brightness to the forefront, it also retains the clean finish and malt flavor typical of a lager. The result is a beer that drinks smoothly, yet has a clearly defined aroma.
Saiougauma is a beer pub in Sannomiya where you can stop in casually. Centered around the counter, it has an atmosphere where you can enjoy a drink while chatting inside the shop, and it is also a good place when you want to take your time choosing craft beer. One of the charms of the place is discovering beers that move between lager and IPA territory as the guest taps rotate. If you are drinking beer in Sannomiya, it is worth checking the tap lineup as well.
Key Points
- Introducing Shimanami Brewery’s “Shimanami Hoppin Lager Nelson Sauvin”
- Style: pilsner (IPL), ABV 5.5%
- Its highlights are the Nelson Sauvin-derived aroma and lager drinkability
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroIn Sannomiya’s Saiougauma, Shimanami Brewery’s “Shimanami Hoppin Lager Nelson Sauvin” has arrived. It’s the kind of lager where the hop aroma really stands out, so it’s a beer I’m very curious about.
MugiWhoa! A lager with a strong aroma? What does that even mean? That’s the kind of beer that fills your head with beer thoughts, and the name Hoppin Lager already sounds intense!
Hop BroExactly. It’s an IPL, an Indian Pale Lager. The idea is to get the best of both worlds: the bright character of an IPA and the crispness of a lager.
MugiWait, getting both sounds kind of unfair, doesn’t it? And the article even says pilsner style, so now I’m just frozen in front of the label!
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting. The base is lager-like and easy to drink. And since it’s 5.5% ABV, the balance lets you enjoy the aroma without it feeling too heavy.
MugiOhhh! So you can drink it smoothly, but get that soft aroma on your nose. Just hearing white grape aroma already makes it feel classy!
Hop BroExactly. Nelson Sauvin gives it a white-grape-like aroma, layered with tropical nuances and a crisp bitterness.
MugiTropical too!? So it’s not just refreshing, it has a real shape to the aroma, right? I feel like I’d take one sip and say, ‘What was that?!’
Hop BroAnd on top of that, it uses 100% malt produced in Germany. Even when the hops are flashy, the malt sweetness forms the foundation, so it’s not just about a light finish.
MugiSaiougauma seems great too, with that counter-friendly atmosphere where you can drink while talking, and it sounds fun to follow the rotating guest beers!
Hop BroExactly. You can just swing by in Sannomiya and enjoy that feeling of moving back and forth between lager and IPA. This is the kind of beer that makes you want to go check the tap lineup right now.
MugiYep, tonight’s decided! I want to raise a glass to the white-grape-like aroma with a Shimanami Hoppin Lager in hand!
