DD4D Brewing releases Easy Walker, an iyokan lager
Ehime-based DD4D Brewing has unveiled Easy Walker, a new lager made with iyokan peel from Ehime Prefecture. The beer pairs Mosaic and Ekuanot hops for a bright citrus profile and a clean finish. It clocks in at 4.5% ABV.
Hop BroToday I want to talk about DD4D BREWING in Matsuyama, Ehime, and their new lager Easy Walker.
MugiWait, Easy Walker already sounds like a beer I want to take on a stroll. What is it like?
Hop BroIt is an Iyokan Lager, brewed with Ehime-grown iyokan peel, so it comes off light, crisp, and really easy to drink.
MugiOh wow! But if it has iyokan peel in it, does it turn into something like orange juice?
Hop BroThat is the clever part. You get the fresh iyokan aroma, but it still finishes clean. Then Mosaic and Ekuanot add hop-driven nuance without making it sugary.
MugiHold on, Mosaic and Ekuanot are hops? I thought those were the names of special attack moves!
Hop BroThey do sound like finishing moves, but they are hop varieties. Basically, they bring in tropical notes and gently lift the citrus from the iyokan.
MugiWhat is that, that sounds great! And with 4.5% ABV, I could see this going down way too easily on a hot day.
Hop BroExactly. It sits at 30 IBU, so the bitterness stays in check, and the PILSEN malt keeps the base clean. It really feels like a glass of Ehime from a brewery that has been brewing in Matsuyama since 2019.
MugiIf it is available through the online store, the taproom, and retail shops, that helps. I can already see one 350ml can not being enough for me.
Hop BroIt officially went on sale on June 18, 2026, so if we spot it, we should grab it fast. I really want to test that light walking-beer vibe for myself.
MugiSame here! Fresh iyokan on the nose and a clean finish sounds perfect. Now I just want to drink it immediately!
Beer Profile
Easy Walker is a crisp lager brewed with generous amounts of iyokan peel from Ehime Prefecture. Fresh iyokan aroma rises from the glass, while a subtle tropical note from Mosaic hops adds depth. The finish is clean, making this a light, easy-drinking beer with a clear citrus character.
Specs
- Style: Iyokan Lager
- ABV: 4.5%
- IBU: 30
- Ingredients: malt (made in Germany), iyokan peel, hops, carbon dioxide
- Hops: Mosaic, Ekuanot
- Malt: Pilsen
- Volume: 350 ml
DD4D Brewing is based in Matsuyama, Ehime, and has been brewing since 2019. In 2021, it launched a second facility in Mitsuhama, expanding its production capacity and continuing to release distinctive beers shaped by local ingredients and cross-industry collaborations. Easy Walker fits that approach well, turning Ehime citrus into a straightforward, regional lager.
Sales channels include the online store, the brewery's directly operated shops, and retail partners. The official product page lists a sales start date of June 18, 2026.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday I want to talk about DD4D BREWING in Matsuyama, Ehime, and their new lager Easy Walker.
MugiWait, Easy Walker already sounds like a beer I want to take on a stroll. What is it like?
Hop BroIt is an Iyokan Lager, brewed with Ehime-grown iyokan peel, so it comes off light, crisp, and really easy to drink.
MugiOh wow! But if it has iyokan peel in it, does it turn into something like orange juice?
Hop BroThat is the clever part. You get the fresh iyokan aroma, but it still finishes clean. Then Mosaic and Ekuanot add hop-driven nuance without making it sugary.
MugiHold on, Mosaic and Ekuanot are hops? I thought those were the names of special attack moves!
Hop BroThey do sound like finishing moves, but they are hop varieties. Basically, they bring in tropical notes and gently lift the citrus from the iyokan.
MugiWhat is that, that sounds great! And with 4.5% ABV, I could see this going down way too easily on a hot day.
Hop BroExactly. It sits at 30 IBU, so the bitterness stays in check, and the PILSEN malt keeps the base clean. It really feels like a glass of Ehime from a brewery that has been brewing in Matsuyama since 2019.
MugiIf it is available through the online store, the taproom, and retail shops, that helps. I can already see one 350ml can not being enough for me.
Hop BroIt officially went on sale on June 18, 2026, so if we spot it, we should grab it fast. I really want to test that light walking-beer vibe for myself.
MugiSame here! Fresh iyokan on the nose and a clean finish sounds perfect. Now I just want to drink it immediately!
