Hansharo Beer launches limited collaboration beer “Iza Kakan” with Kyoto Brewing
Hansharo Beer, based in Izunokuni City, Shizuoka, has announced the collaboration limited-release beer “Iza Kakan” with Kyoto Brewing. It is a Belgian Wit brewed with Belgian house yeast, finished with Shizuoka-grown New Summer Orange and hojicha.
Hop BroToday, the limited collaboration from Hansharo Beer is hot. They teamed up with Kyoto Brewing to release “Iza Kakan,” and the Izu and Kyoto personalities blend together really nicely.
MugiWhoa! Just the name Iza Kakan sounds powerful! It feels like a warlord holding a glass!
Hop BroExactly. And the style is Belgian Wit. Using Kyoto Brewing’s signature Belgian house yeast, it delivers a soft mouthfeel and a refreshing aroma.
MugiBelgian house yeast, what even is that? Is it yeast grown indoors? It suddenly feels like baking sweets!
Hop BroTo put it simply, it’s like a brewery’s signature touch for consistently bringing out the character of Belgian yeast. Here, that yeast brings out citrus and spice notes beautifully.
MugiOhhh! And it has New Summer Orange in it too! That bright citrus vibe from Izu alone already makes me feel like summer is coming early!
Hop BroWhat makes it interesting is the coriander and hojicha. The coriander adds breadth to the aroma, and the in-house hojicha settles the finish, so it doesn’t end with just being refreshing.
MugiWait, hojicha too!? It’s beer, but now it suddenly has that Japanese tea vibe. You’ll want snacks to go with it!
Hop BroAnd Kyoto Brewing is also releasing Iza Shinshu at the same time. It’s a saison layered with sake yeast and floral elements, so tasting the two side by side really brings out how interesting the project is.
MugiI see, it feels like a crossroads between Kyoto and Izu! I love limited collaborations like this, because even before drinking, they make you feel like you’re traveling!
Hop BroBottom line, this is clearly one of those must-drink-now beers. To catch the flow of citrus, spice, and hojicha, there’s no choice but to have a glass tonight.
MugiYeah, I want to toast tonight too! I’d probably go straight from “Let’s drink Iza Kakan bravely” to chugging it down!
A limited creation where Kyoto and Izu resonate
Craft beer brewery Hansharo Beer, based in Izunokuni City, Shizuoka Prefecture, has announced the collaboration beer “Iza Kakan” with Kyoto’s Kyoto Brewing. Kyoto Brewing is a brewery that has led the industry for 10 years since starting brewing in Kyoto, and this project has given shape to the two breweries’ personalities and technical exchange.
Layering Izu character onto a Belgian Wit
“Iza Kakan” is a Belgian Wit made with the Belgian house yeast that is also a signature of Kyoto Brewing. Built on a soft mouthfeel and refreshing aroma, it uses Shizuoka-grown New Summer Orange as an adjunct ingredient, adding a bright citrus note characteristic of Izu. In addition, by combining coriander and in-house hojicha, it achieves both aromatic breadth and a calm finish.
Keep an eye on the sister release launching at the same time
In this collaboration, Kyoto Brewing will also release “Iza Shinshu” at the same time. This one is built on a saison base using rice flour flakes and multiple grains, with sake yeast and three types of flowers blended in: dandelion, jasmine, and chrysanthemum. This project, where Izu as home to Hansharo Beer and Kyoto Brewing’s journey intersect, offers the kind of enjoyment that only a limited beer can deliver.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, the limited collaboration from Hansharo Beer is hot. They teamed up with Kyoto Brewing to release “Iza Kakan,” and the Izu and Kyoto personalities blend together really nicely.
MugiWhoa! Just the name Iza Kakan sounds powerful! It feels like a warlord holding a glass!
Hop BroExactly. And the style is Belgian Wit. Using Kyoto Brewing’s signature Belgian house yeast, it delivers a soft mouthfeel and a refreshing aroma.
MugiBelgian house yeast, what even is that? Is it yeast grown indoors? It suddenly feels like baking sweets!
Hop BroTo put it simply, it’s like a brewery’s signature touch for consistently bringing out the character of Belgian yeast. Here, that yeast brings out citrus and spice notes beautifully.
MugiOhhh! And it has New Summer Orange in it too! That bright citrus vibe from Izu alone already makes me feel like summer is coming early!
Hop BroWhat makes it interesting is the coriander and hojicha. The coriander adds breadth to the aroma, and the in-house hojicha settles the finish, so it doesn’t end with just being refreshing.
MugiWait, hojicha too!? It’s beer, but now it suddenly has that Japanese tea vibe. You’ll want snacks to go with it!
Hop BroAnd Kyoto Brewing is also releasing Iza Shinshu at the same time. It’s a saison layered with sake yeast and floral elements, so tasting the two side by side really brings out how interesting the project is.
MugiI see, it feels like a crossroads between Kyoto and Izu! I love limited collaborations like this, because even before drinking, they make you feel like you’re traveling!
Hop BroBottom line, this is clearly one of those must-drink-now beers. To catch the flow of citrus, spice, and hojicha, there’s no choice but to have a glass tonight.
MugiYeah, I want to toast tonight too! I’d probably go straight from “Let’s drink Iza Kakan bravely” to chugging it down!
