On April 16, BLACK TIDE BREWING (Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture) announced new release information on Instagram. This time's star is Mystery IPA. It is a West Coast IPA brewed with multiple spices; after a rising spice aroma, notes reminiscent of citrus and citrus-like aromas layer in, and a sharp bitterness tightens the whole beer. With a dry finish and a clearly defined aroma, it is the kind of beer that makes enthusiasts want to check the specs.

They also noted that the completion commemorative beer Second Breath, which went on pre-sale last week, is selling well. Being able to enjoy a new release alongside an existing release is part of the appeal of a brewpub. Another draw of BLACK TIDE BREWING is that you can taste it fresh on the spot inside the shop in Minamimachi, Kesennuma.

The sales schedule is ONLINE SHOP from 8:00 p.m. on April 16, and TAP ROOM from 4:00 p.m. on April 17. Whether you secure it online first or take your time drinking it in the taproom, it is nice to have options. Anyone who wants to try BTB's assertive IPA design while feeling the atmosphere of the port town of Kesennuma should keep an eye on this one.