North Island Beer to Release a New IPA in June and Appear at Events Across the Country
North Island Beer of Ebetsu, Hokkaido, has released its June event schedule. In addition to the launch of a new juicy IPA and appearances at events inside and outside Hokkaido, it is also planning a new event called "Ryokuen," inspired by a postponed flower-viewing outing.
Hop BroNorth Island Beer in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, has put out its June schedule. It is packed with new releases and events, and just reading it makes you thirsty.
MugiWhoa! A new juicy IPA? It already sounds delicious! Does "juicy" mean it's like fruit juice, even though it's beer?
Hop BroThat is what makes it interesting. It tends to have a strong hop aroma, but the mouthfeel can seem soft. Rather than pushing bitterness, it is the kind of beer that pulls you in with the depth of its aroma.
MugiHuh! But hops are the bitter stuff, right? "Juicy but bitter" is making my head spin!
Hop BroSimply put, hops are an ingredient that carries both aroma and bitterness. North Island Beer is especially good at using that well, and it also brings out the character of Ebetsu-grown wheat and Hokkaido hops.
MugiWhat? So it tastes like the land? Using Hokkaido ingredients sounds like it would feel like traveling!
Hop BroExactly. And in June, they're also scheduled to appear at Tomakomai's LOPPIS Ikoro no Mori and the Tohoku Craft Beer Festival. It's strong to be able to meet people not just locally, but in different places too.
MugiWait, they're moving around that much? A rush of appearances inside and outside Hokkaido makes beer makers seem way more active than I imagined!
Hop BroWhat's even more interesting is their new event Ryokuen, themed around a postponed flower-viewing outing. It's scheduled for June 28, and reservations are being taken via DM and in store. The idea has a kind of romantic feel to it, doesn't it?
MugiI like that. Just hearing "postponed flower-viewing event" feels a little wistful... But I really love that kind of playful spirit!
Hop BroWhat's more, the brewery's factory shop is open from 10:00 to 17:00 on Saturdays and holidays, and from 12:00 to 15:00 on Sundays, and a limited beer release is also planned for June 19. At this point, we just have to make plans and go drink there.
MugiYeah! June is definitely one to watch. I'm curious about the new IPA and the events, and now I want to toast right away!
North Island Beer (Ebetsu, Hokkaido) has released an event schedule summarizing its plans for June. According to the post, June will feature the release of a new juicy IPA, booth appearances at Tomakomai's "LOPPIS Ikoro no Mori" and the "Tohoku Craft Beer Festival," and the launch of a new event called "Ryokuen," themed around a postponed flower-viewing outing.
Main June Schedule
- June 5: New juicy IPA scheduled for release
- June 6 to 7: Booth appearance at LOPPIS Ikoro no Mori (Tomakomai)
- June 12 to 14: Booth appearance at the Tohoku Craft Beer Festival
- June 19: Limited beer scheduled for release
- June 28: "Ryokuen" (postponed flower-viewing event) scheduled
The brewery's factory shop is open from 10:00 to 17:00 on Saturdays and national holidays, and from 12:00 to 15:00 on Sundays. On June 28, the shop will be temporarily closed due to the "Ryokuen" event. Reservations for participation are accepted via DM and in store.
North Island Beer is a brewery that has been sharing distinctive beers from Hokkaido, drawing on the experience of brewers who trained in Canada. Its official website also highlights Weizen made with wheat from Ebetsu and limited-batch brews that make use of Hokkaido hops, and its strength lies in brewing that takes advantage of local ingredients. In addition to its five core beers, it also offers monthly limited-edition beers, and the breadth of its lineup comes through clearly from the June event information as well.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroNorth Island Beer in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, has put out its June schedule. It is packed with new releases and events, and just reading it makes you thirsty.
MugiWhoa! A new juicy IPA? It already sounds delicious! Does "juicy" mean it's like fruit juice, even though it's beer?
Hop BroThat is what makes it interesting. It tends to have a strong hop aroma, but the mouthfeel can seem soft. Rather than pushing bitterness, it is the kind of beer that pulls you in with the depth of its aroma.
MugiHuh! But hops are the bitter stuff, right? "Juicy but bitter" is making my head spin!
Hop BroSimply put, hops are an ingredient that carries both aroma and bitterness. North Island Beer is especially good at using that well, and it also brings out the character of Ebetsu-grown wheat and Hokkaido hops.
MugiWhat? So it tastes like the land? Using Hokkaido ingredients sounds like it would feel like traveling!
Hop BroExactly. And in June, they're also scheduled to appear at Tomakomai's LOPPIS Ikoro no Mori and the Tohoku Craft Beer Festival. It's strong to be able to meet people not just locally, but in different places too.
MugiWait, they're moving around that much? A rush of appearances inside and outside Hokkaido makes beer makers seem way more active than I imagined!
Hop BroWhat's even more interesting is their new event Ryokuen, themed around a postponed flower-viewing outing. It's scheduled for June 28, and reservations are being taken via DM and in store. The idea has a kind of romantic feel to it, doesn't it?
MugiI like that. Just hearing "postponed flower-viewing event" feels a little wistful... But I really love that kind of playful spirit!
Hop BroWhat's more, the brewery's factory shop is open from 10:00 to 17:00 on Saturdays and holidays, and from 12:00 to 15:00 on Sundays, and a limited beer release is also planned for June 19. At this point, we just have to make plans and go drink there.
MugiYeah! June is definitely one to watch. I'm curious about the new IPA and the events, and now I want to toast right away!
