HOP MAN in Chigasaki Taps Repubrew's WHOLE HOP CITRA "BLUES"
HOP MAN, a beer pub in Chigasaki, Kanagawa, has tapped Repubrew's guest beer WHOLE HOP CITRA "BLUES." The beer leans into whole-hop character, with floral and herbal notes, a restrained citrus layer, and a dry finish. The suggested pairing is pâté de campagne.
Hop BroChigasaki just got a fresh tap, Repubrew guest pour WHOLE HOP CITRA “BLUES” is now on at HOP MAN.
MugiWait, Citra means citrus in my head, so why does this one sound all moody and cool?
Hop BroThat is the twist, it sits in a calmer IPA lane and uses a recipe that was praised in Repubrew’s 8th anniversary REPUBREW’S CUP.
MugiHold on, what is whole hop even supposed to mean? Are they tossing in hop bouquets now?
Hop BroPretty much the flower form, whole-cone hop character gives you floral and herbal notes first, while the citrus stays restrained.
MugiOhhh, so it is not a neon fruit bomb, it is more follow the aroma layers and act sophisticated.
Hop BroExactly, and it lands with a dry finishing snap, plus clear malt shape, light astringency, and a tea-like calm at the end.
MugiTea-like? That escalated fast. What does dry mean, my mouth files a complaint and loses all moisture?
Hop BroNot quite, it means the sweetness clears fast, so pate de campagne pairing makes a lot of sense with that savory richness.
MugiThat is unfairly convincing! At HOP MAN I would want food from the first sip and then accidentally order another round.
Hop BroAnd since the pub is easy to drop into in Chigasaki, I want that pale gold pour in front of me while the aroma keeps opening up.
MugiI am done pretending to be calm, I want WHOLE HOP CITRA “BLUES” right now and I want to toast with snacks.
Tap Update
HOP MAN, a beer pub on the second floor of Sunrize Shonan in Jokkensaka, Chigasaki, has put Repubrew's guest beer WHOLE HOP CITRA "BLUES" on tap. The beer is based on a recipe that was recognized in REPUBREW'S CUP, the brewery's 8th-anniversary project, and it highlights the character of whole hops.
What to expect in the glass
The beer pours pale gold. Its aroma is led by floral and herbal notes, with a light citrus layer underneath. On the palate, the malt presence is clear, while the finish stays very dry. Bitterness is kept in check, and a gentle tannic edge with a tea-like aftertaste lingers at the end.
Rather than delivering a loud citrus burst, this is a more composed Citra-driven beer with a clean aroma shape and a restrained profile. It looks like a good choice for drinkers who want to follow the hop character more carefully instead of going straight for intensity.
Why it fits HOP MAN
HOP MAN is the kind of beer pub where a rotating guest tap matters. Its Chigasaki location makes it an easy stop for local beer fans, and this release should appeal to people looking for a food-friendly hop-forward beer with a dry finish. The original post suggests pairing it with pâté de campagne, which makes sense given the beer's herbal lift and firm dryness.
For fans of Citra beers that stay nuanced rather than flashy, this tap update is worth noting.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroChigasaki just got a fresh tap, Repubrew guest pour WHOLE HOP CITRA “BLUES” is now on at HOP MAN.
MugiWait, Citra means citrus in my head, so why does this one sound all moody and cool?
Hop BroThat is the twist, it sits in a calmer IPA lane and uses a recipe that was praised in Repubrew’s 8th anniversary REPUBREW’S CUP.
MugiHold on, what is whole hop even supposed to mean? Are they tossing in hop bouquets now?
Hop BroPretty much the flower form, whole-cone hop character gives you floral and herbal notes first, while the citrus stays restrained.
MugiOhhh, so it is not a neon fruit bomb, it is more follow the aroma layers and act sophisticated.
Hop BroExactly, and it lands with a dry finishing snap, plus clear malt shape, light astringency, and a tea-like calm at the end.
MugiTea-like? That escalated fast. What does dry mean, my mouth files a complaint and loses all moisture?
Hop BroNot quite, it means the sweetness clears fast, so pate de campagne pairing makes a lot of sense with that savory richness.
MugiThat is unfairly convincing! At HOP MAN I would want food from the first sip and then accidentally order another round.
Hop BroAnd since the pub is easy to drop into in Chigasaki, I want that pale gold pour in front of me while the aroma keeps opening up.
MugiI am done pretending to be calm, I want WHOLE HOP CITRA “BLUES” right now and I want to toast with snacks.
