BLACK TIDE BREWING Begins Sales of “Gorilla Panic” and Seasonal Limited “Tsutsuji”
According to a BLACK TIDE BREWING Instagram post, the April 23 release includes two beers: the second collaboration with Gorilla Brewing, “Gorilla Panic,” and the seasonal saison “Tsutsuji.” At the brewpub in Kesennuma, the sales schedule is also being announced.
Hop BroToday’s highlight is BLACK TIDE BREWING’s new release. It’s coming out on April 23, and it includes the second collaboration with Gorilla Brewing, “Gorilla Panic,” plus the seasonal limited saison “Tsutsuji.”
MugiWow! So if it’s the second collaboration, there was a first one too. And Gorilla plus azaleas? That’s such a wild combination.
Hop BroThat’s what makes it great. “Gorilla Panic” is a DDH Hazy IPA, designed with fruity aromas layered with terpene-derived dankness.
MugiTerpene-derived dankness? What does that even mean? Is dankness like drinking through a damp forest?
Hop BroBasically, it’s a green, deep aromatic nuance. The hop aroma compounds bring out thickness that’s not just tropical, but also a little wild.
MugiI get it! So even if it looks gentle, it still packs a punch inside. The description “as powerful as a gorilla” suddenly makes perfect sense!
Hop BroExactly. The other beer, “Tsutsuji,” is a seasonal limited saison inspired by the azaleas of Mt. Tokusenjo in Kesennuma. It has the fruity and spicy character of saison yeast, with a rye accent.
MugiAzaleas turn into beer!? And it even has a rye accent? It feels a little more grown-up, even though it’s spring.
Hop BroAnd it’s 7.0% ABV, with restrained bitterness and a dry finish. The nice thing is that it’s easy to pair with food as spring shifts into early summer.
MugiThere’s a sales schedule too! The ONLINE SHOP opens on April 23 at 8:00 p.m., the TAP ROOM starts on April 24 at 4:00 p.m., and Gorilla Panic goes on draft from April 25. That’s the kind of release you want to keep up with!
Hop BroIn a place where you can feel the sea of Kesennuma, BLACK TIDE really does a nice job balancing local seasonal character with the playful spirit of a collaboration. At this point, I want to drink both Gorilla Panic and Tsutsuji side by side.
MugiYeah, today’s decision is already made! It’s a must-try side-by-side tasting, and now I’m seriously torn over which one to start with.
The Miyagi, Kesennuma brewpub BLACK TIDE BREWING announced its April 23 release on Instagram. This week’s new offerings are two beers: the second collaboration with Gorilla Brewing of Busan, South Korea, “Gorilla Panic,” and the seasonal saison “Tsutsuji.” Both are a lineup that feels especially easy to enjoy as the weather starts to warm up.
The sales schedule is ONLINE SHOP from Thursday, April 23 at 8:00 p.m., and TAP ROOM from Friday, April 24 at 4:00 p.m.. In addition, Gorilla Panic is scheduled to be served on tap at the TAP ROOM starting Saturday, April 25.
Gorilla Panic
A DDH Hazy IPA brewed as the second collaboration with Gorilla Brewing. The post describes it as a powerful, satisfying beer, “as powerful as a gorilla,” with fruity aromas layered with terpene-derived dankness. It has a strong presence, yet it’s the kind of beer that makes you want to keep drinking.
Tsutsuji
This is a seasonal saison inspired by the azaleas of Mt. Tokusenjo in Kesennuma. Azaleas are featured throughout the label, and the beer offers the fruity and spicy character typical of saison yeast, plus a rye-derived accent. It has an ABV of 7.0%, with restrained bitterness and a dry finish. It’s a style that pairs well with food as spring turns into early summer.
As expected from BLACK TIDE BREWING, located in an area overlooking the sea in Kesennuma, this release balances collaboration-driven playfulness with a sense of local seasonality. Since it can be enjoyed either on draft at the TAP ROOM or purchased through the ONLINE SHOP, it’s a release worth noting for how easy it is to compare the two.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s highlight is BLACK TIDE BREWING’s new release. It’s coming out on April 23, and it includes the second collaboration with Gorilla Brewing, “Gorilla Panic,” plus the seasonal limited saison “Tsutsuji.”
MugiWow! So if it’s the second collaboration, there was a first one too. And Gorilla plus azaleas? That’s such a wild combination.
Hop BroThat’s what makes it great. “Gorilla Panic” is a DDH Hazy IPA, designed with fruity aromas layered with terpene-derived dankness.
MugiTerpene-derived dankness? What does that even mean? Is dankness like drinking through a damp forest?
Hop BroBasically, it’s a green, deep aromatic nuance. The hop aroma compounds bring out thickness that’s not just tropical, but also a little wild.
MugiI get it! So even if it looks gentle, it still packs a punch inside. The description “as powerful as a gorilla” suddenly makes perfect sense!
Hop BroExactly. The other beer, “Tsutsuji,” is a seasonal limited saison inspired by the azaleas of Mt. Tokusenjo in Kesennuma. It has the fruity and spicy character of saison yeast, with a rye accent.
MugiAzaleas turn into beer!? And it even has a rye accent? It feels a little more grown-up, even though it’s spring.
Hop BroAnd it’s 7.0% ABV, with restrained bitterness and a dry finish. The nice thing is that it’s easy to pair with food as spring shifts into early summer.
MugiThere’s a sales schedule too! The ONLINE SHOP opens on April 23 at 8:00 p.m., the TAP ROOM starts on April 24 at 4:00 p.m., and Gorilla Panic goes on draft from April 25. That’s the kind of release you want to keep up with!
Hop BroIn a place where you can feel the sea of Kesennuma, BLACK TIDE really does a nice job balancing local seasonal character with the playful spirit of a collaboration. At this point, I want to drink both Gorilla Panic and Tsutsuji side by side.
MugiYeah, today’s decision is already made! It’s a must-try side-by-side tasting, and now I’m seriously torn over which one to start with.
