Nara Brewing's 'UNDERWATER' Newly Tapped at HOP MAN Beer Pub in Chigasaki
At the beer pub HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Nara Brewing's SAKE YEAST BEER 'UNDERWATER' has been newly tapped. Born from a collaboration with the Japanese sake brewery Kaze no Mori, this beer is characterized by its rich ginjo aroma and dry finish.
Hop BroAt HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Nara Brewing's UNDERWATER has been newly tapped. It's a place with fast-turnover guest kegs, so you don't want to miss out on finds like this.
MugiWait, it's a sake collaboration!? And it's beer, so I can't even imagine what it tastes like!
Hop BroWhat's interesting is that it's a SAKE YEAST BEER made with Kaze no Mori from Nara. They use sake yeast, brewing water, and even soyashi water to bring sake-like nuances into beer.
MugiSoyashi water? What is that? This is suddenly starting to feel like a science experiment!
Hop BroSimply put, it's water derived from sake brewing that's used to help fermentation. This time, the base is Pilsner Malt, and the key point is that it gives the aroma a clean, clear outline.
MugiOh wow! But ABV 11.0% is pretty strong, right? I feel like I'd be floating after a few sips!
Hop BroYou should be prepared for that, but the IBU is 0, so there's almost no bitterness and the dry finish stands out. The 2026 version is apparently fermented longer at a lower temperature to gently extend the lingering ginjo aroma.
MugiI see, so that's what you mean by the lingering ginjo aroma. It almost sounds like drinking something really premium!
Hop BroAnd apparently the aroma comes through clearly with strawberry- and apple-like notes, so the fruity aroma really stands out. Getting both sake-like and craft-beer-like character at once is a lot of fun.
MugiI can't take it anymore, now I want to drink it! Chasing guest kegs at HOP MAN in Chigasaki sounds amazing, so let's go have one together today!
New on Tap
At HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Nara Brewing's 'UNDERWATER' has been newly tapped. The shop is on the 2nd floor of Sunrize Shonan in Jengasaka, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and it's the kind of place you want to stop by and look forward to the rotation of guest beers.
'UNDERWATER' is a SAKE YEAST BEER created in collaboration with Kaze no Mori, a sake brewery in Nara. ABV 11.0%, IBU 0, and the malt is Pilsner Malt. It is brewed using sake yeast, brewing water, and soyashi water, and is built to translate sake-derived elements into beer form.
The 2026 version is fermented at a lower temperature for a longer period than before, resulting in a finish with a gently lingering ginjo aroma. The drinking impression is slightly sharp and dry, yet it also carries a sweetness from the alcohol, with fruity aromas reminiscent of strawberries and apples coming through clearly.
Encountering guest kegs like this at a beer pub such as HOP MAN is one of the great pleasures for drinkers. While enjoying the layered aroma that is characteristic of craft beer, you can also catch the nuances of sake, making this especially appealing for anyone looking for a beer with a strong emphasis on aroma.
Highlights
- Nara Brewing's 'UNDERWATER' is now available
- A collaboration beer with the sake brewery Kaze no Mori
- SAKE YEAST BEER with ABV 11.0% and IBU 0
- Balanced ginjo aroma, fruitiness, and dryness are the defining features
If you're following guest beers in Chigasaki, HOP MAN's movements are not to be missed.
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Hop BroAt HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Nara Brewing's UNDERWATER has been newly tapped. It's a place with fast-turnover guest kegs, so you don't want to miss out on finds like this.
MugiWait, it's a sake collaboration!? And it's beer, so I can't even imagine what it tastes like!
Hop BroWhat's interesting is that it's a SAKE YEAST BEER made with Kaze no Mori from Nara. They use sake yeast, brewing water, and even soyashi water to bring sake-like nuances into beer.
MugiSoyashi water? What is that? This is suddenly starting to feel like a science experiment!
Hop BroSimply put, it's water derived from sake brewing that's used to help fermentation. This time, the base is Pilsner Malt, and the key point is that it gives the aroma a clean, clear outline.
MugiOh wow! But ABV 11.0% is pretty strong, right? I feel like I'd be floating after a few sips!
Hop BroYou should be prepared for that, but the IBU is 0, so there's almost no bitterness and the dry finish stands out. The 2026 version is apparently fermented longer at a lower temperature to gently extend the lingering ginjo aroma.
MugiI see, so that's what you mean by the lingering ginjo aroma. It almost sounds like drinking something really premium!
Hop BroAnd apparently the aroma comes through clearly with strawberry- and apple-like notes, so the fruity aroma really stands out. Getting both sake-like and craft-beer-like character at once is a lot of fun.
MugiI can't take it anymore, now I want to drink it! Chasing guest kegs at HOP MAN in Chigasaki sounds amazing, so let's go have one together today!
