Minoh Beer’s W-IPA Now Pouring at CraftBeerWorks KAMIKAZE
CraftBeerWorks KAMIKAZE, a beer pub in Kitahorie, Osaka, is serving Minoh Beer’s W-IPA. With a bold hop aroma, firm bitterness, rich malt character, and 9% ABV, it is a beer made for slow, attentive drinking.
Hop BroCraftBeerWorks KAMIKAZE in Kitahorie, Osaka, has Minoh Beer’s W-IPA on tap. It’s a beloved, full-bodied classic!
MugiWhoa! Does the W mean double? That name sounds powerful—what kind of beer is it?
Hop BroExactly. It’s a 9% ABV strong ale, brewed with about 2.5 times the usual amount of malt and hops.
MugiT-two and a half times!? Won’t all that malt and hops cause a beer traffic jam in my mouth?
Hop BroNot a jam at all. Floral American-hop aroma, firm bitterness, and rich malt character arrive in a three-part flavor harmony.
MugiWhat exactly is malt character? Here comes the jargon! Explain it so I can get it too!
Hop BroMalt is the grain that gives beer sweetness and body. In W-IPA, its toasty richness supports the bitterness, creating a deep, satisfying finish rather than simple harsh bitterness.
MugiOoh! So the malt richness sits beneath the bitterness like a bitterness bodyguard!
Hop BroThat’s a great way to put it. This was Minoh Beer’s first IPA and remains a signature classic brew. Enjoy how it changes from cold to slightly warmer.
MugiI want one at KAMIKAZE’s counter, with food and good conversation! Let’s raise a glass for a slow W-IPA toast!
CraftBeerWorks KAMIKAZE in Kitahorie, Osaka, is currently featuring Minoh Beer’s W-IPA.
Brewed with approximately 2.5 times the usual amount of malt and hops, W-IPA is a 9% ABV strong ale. American hop aroma leads into a pronounced bitterness, while a rich malt profile gives the beer weight and depth. It is designed less for quick refreshment than for savoring slowly.
W-IPA is an important beer in Minoh Beer’s history: it was the brewery’s first IPA and has remained one of its best-known staples. As the beer warms slightly, its aroma and malt character can become more expressive, making it worth enjoying at an unhurried pace. At KAMIKAZE’s beer-focused counter, guests can explore its intensity alongside food and conversation.
The pub is located in Osaka’s accessible Kitahorie neighborhood, near Yotsubashi Station. W-IPA should appeal particularly to drinkers who enjoy assertive bitterness, substantial malt flavor, and a higher-strength beer. Please check with the pub for current availability.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroCraftBeerWorks KAMIKAZE in Kitahorie, Osaka, has Minoh Beer’s W-IPA on tap. It’s a beloved, full-bodied classic!
MugiWhoa! Does the W mean double? That name sounds powerful—what kind of beer is it?
Hop BroExactly. It’s a 9% ABV strong ale, brewed with about 2.5 times the usual amount of malt and hops.
MugiT-two and a half times!? Won’t all that malt and hops cause a beer traffic jam in my mouth?
Hop BroNot a jam at all. Floral American-hop aroma, firm bitterness, and rich malt character arrive in a three-part flavor harmony.
MugiWhat exactly is malt character? Here comes the jargon! Explain it so I can get it too!
Hop BroMalt is the grain that gives beer sweetness and body. In W-IPA, its toasty richness supports the bitterness, creating a deep, satisfying finish rather than simple harsh bitterness.
MugiOoh! So the malt richness sits beneath the bitterness like a bitterness bodyguard!
Hop BroThat’s a great way to put it. This was Minoh Beer’s first IPA and remains a signature classic brew. Enjoy how it changes from cold to slightly warmer.
MugiI want one at KAMIKAZE’s counter, with food and good conversation! Let’s raise a glass for a slow W-IPA toast!
