Streetlight Brewing Opens New Release "SYNCHROHAZED," Begins Serving a Black Hazy IPA
Streetlight Brewing in Sapporo released its new beer, "SYNCHROHAZED," at the taproom on March 7. The style is Black Hazy IPA, with an ABV of 7.5%. National distribution began on March 9, and the beer is being presented as a noteworthy release born from the brewery's winter project.
Hop BroStreetlight Brewing in Sapporo just opened SYNCHROHAZED, and it went out first at the taproom on March 7.
MugiWhoa! Even the name sounds intense! And a Black Hazy IPA? That's way too much info in one beer!
Hop BroIt's set at 7.5% ABV, and nationwide shipments started on March 9, so it's hot because people outside Sapporo can get in on it too.
MugiHuh? Wait, what do you mean by black and hazy? Aren't the looks and the contents kind of fighting each other?
Hop BroThat's exactly the point. They layer Idaho 7's tropical aroma with the toasty character of roasted barley for a two-layer aroma profile.
MugiWhat is that! Idaho 7 sounds like a new smartphone model or something!
Hop BroIt's the name of a hop variety, and it's the core of this beer. What's interesting is that it was created as a participatory recipe through discussion and voting in the winter project, Winter Beer Club.
MugiA beer everyone helped decide on is great! And if the previous one was KURU-KURUY at 9.5%, the seriousness of winter here is next level!
Hop BroThe taproom is really flexible too: outside food is OK, canned beer is available to go, and kids and pets are welcome. It's a weekend power spot.
MugiIf it's walkable from Soen Station and Nijuyonken Station, that's perfect! That's it, I want a beer right now. Let's go sync up!
A New Challenge: A “Black Hazy” Beer
Streetlight Brewing's latest release is SYNCHROHAZED. It is a Black Hazy IPA with an ABV of 7.5%, and it went on tap at the brewery's taproom on March 7, with nationwide shipments for kegs and distribution starting on March 9.
The post also refers to the brewery's background, inspired by the beer culture of Portland, Oregon, Streetlight Brewing's sister city in the U.S. The community aspect that developed from a culture of enjoying beer indoors during rainy and cold seasons is framed as something that also resonates with Sapporo's winter.
A Beer Born from the Context of the Winter Beer Club
This recipe took shape through discussion and voting in the brewery's "Winter Beer Club" Season 2. Following last season's high-ABV hazy IPA "Kuru - KURUY" (ABV 9.5%), this time the result is a "black hazy" beer.
Idaho 7 is used as the main hop. The design combines tropical aromas with the toasty character brought by roasted barley, aiming for a balance between stout-like elements and hazy IPA characteristics.
A Beer to Enjoy Along with How You Spend Your Time There
Streetlight Brewing's taproom allows outside food to be brought in, and canned beer is available for takeout. It also welcomes children and pets, making it notable for the flexibility it offers while centering on beer. Located within walking distance of Soen Station and Nijuyonken Station, it is also an easy stop for a weekend beer outing in Sapporo.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroStreetlight Brewing in Sapporo just opened SYNCHROHAZED, and it went out first at the taproom on March 7.
MugiWhoa! Even the name sounds intense! And a Black Hazy IPA? That's way too much info in one beer!
Hop BroIt's set at 7.5% ABV, and nationwide shipments started on March 9, so it's hot because people outside Sapporo can get in on it too.
MugiHuh? Wait, what do you mean by black and hazy? Aren't the looks and the contents kind of fighting each other?
Hop BroThat's exactly the point. They layer Idaho 7's tropical aroma with the toasty character of roasted barley for a two-layer aroma profile.
MugiWhat is that! Idaho 7 sounds like a new smartphone model or something!
Hop BroIt's the name of a hop variety, and it's the core of this beer. What's interesting is that it was created as a participatory recipe through discussion and voting in the winter project, Winter Beer Club.
MugiA beer everyone helped decide on is great! And if the previous one was KURU-KURUY at 9.5%, the seriousness of winter here is next level!
Hop BroThe taproom is really flexible too: outside food is OK, canned beer is available to go, and kids and pets are welcome. It's a weekend power spot.
MugiIf it's walkable from Soen Station and Nijuyonken Station, that's perfect! That's it, I want a beer right now. Let's go sync up!
