Imabari Machinaka Bakushu Wins at the International Beer Cup 2026
Imabari Machinaka Bakushu, a brewery and brewpub in Imabari, Ehime, has announced that it received an award at the recently held International Beer Cup 2026. Details about the winning beer and category have not yet been disclosed.
Hop BroGreat news from Imabari, Ehime: Imabari Machinaka Beer won an award at the International Beer Cup 2026.
MugiWhat?! A local Imabari brewery was recognized at an international competition? That is amazing!
Hop BroIt is a brewpub near the Dondobi intersection in Imabari Ginza, where you get the best brewpub experience—beer made and served in the same place.
MugiWhat is a brewpub? You can drink beer right where it is made? That sounds unfairly fun!
Hop BroExactly. You can drink freshly made beer beside the brewer. They can serve up to eight beers, plus tasting flights and growler fills.
MugiEight beers?! I want a little of everything, but sadly my stomach does not have eight separate taps!
Hop BroThey also use local ingredients. Their limited Mango Hazy Pale Ale won gold at the International Beer Cup 2023.
MugiHazy Pale Ale? Does “hazy” mean the beer makes your vision cloudy, too?
Hop BroYour vision is safe! “Hazy” means it looks cloudy and often highlights juicy hop aromas—a wonderful match for mango.
MugiOhhh! They also have beers such as “Harehime Hazy IPA,” with Ehime citrus and Setouchi character. You can drink the local flavor!
Hop BroThe 2026 winner, category, and medal are not public yet, so we are still waiting for details of the winning beer.
MugiWhen they announce it, let’s head to Imabari for the winner and a tasting flight. I am already craving the next cold pint!
Imabari Machinaka Bakushu in Imabari, Ehime, has received an award at the International Beer Cup 2026. The brewery announced the achievement on its official Instagram account, describing the award as recognition from the recently held competition.
The post does not currently specify the winning beer, category, or award level. Even so, recognition at an international beer competition is an important milestone for a small regional brewery and highlights the continuing attention around Imabari Machinaka Bakushu’s brewing work.
Imabari Machinaka Bakushu operates as a brewpub near the Imabari Ginza shopping district and Dondobi intersection. Its brewhouse and taproom are located together, allowing guests to enjoy fresh beer close to where it is made. According to the brewery’s official website, the taproom can serve up to eight beers, with tasting sets, takeout, and beer by the measure also available.
The brewery has also developed beers featuring local character, including citrus-inspired releases from Ehime. Its limited “Mango Hazy Pale Ale” won gold at the International Beer Cup 2023, while beers such as “Harehime Hazy IPA” have added to its record at previous competitions.
The 2026 award adds another chapter to the brewery’s growing competition history. Beer drinkers will be watching for further information about the winning beer and looking forward to seeing how it appears on the tap list at Imabari Machinaka Bakushu.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroGreat news from Imabari, Ehime: Imabari Machinaka Beer won an award at the International Beer Cup 2026.
MugiWhat?! A local Imabari brewery was recognized at an international competition? That is amazing!
Hop BroIt is a brewpub near the Dondobi intersection in Imabari Ginza, where you get the best brewpub experience—beer made and served in the same place.
MugiWhat is a brewpub? You can drink beer right where it is made? That sounds unfairly fun!
Hop BroExactly. You can drink freshly made beer beside the brewer. They can serve up to eight beers, plus tasting flights and growler fills.
MugiEight beers?! I want a little of everything, but sadly my stomach does not have eight separate taps!
Hop BroThey also use local ingredients. Their limited Mango Hazy Pale Ale won gold at the International Beer Cup 2023.
MugiHazy Pale Ale? Does “hazy” mean the beer makes your vision cloudy, too?
Hop BroYour vision is safe! “Hazy” means it looks cloudy and often highlights juicy hop aromas—a wonderful match for mango.
MugiOhhh! They also have beers such as “Harehime Hazy IPA,” with Ehime citrus and Setouchi character. You can drink the local flavor!
Hop BroThe 2026 winner, category, and medal are not public yet, so we are still waiting for details of the winning beer.
MugiWhen they announce it, let’s head to Imabari for the winner and a tasting flight. I am already craving the next cold pint!
