Yamorido Releases New XPA “Minamikaze” in Kyoto Fushimi
Yamorido, a brewpub in Kyoto’s Fushimi district, has released a new house beer called “Minamikaze.” Brewed as an Extra Pale Ale at 5.5% ABV and 35 IBU, it features Motueka, Nelson Sauvin, Citra CRYO, and Magnum for a bright, summer-ready profile.
Hop BroI need to tell you about Yamorido in Kyoto-Fushimi and their new XPA Minamikaze.
MugiWait, that name already feels breezy! Is it like a beer made of summer wind?
Hop BroPretty much. It's an XPA, and at 35 IBU and 5.5% ABV, it's built to go down easy in hot weather.
MugiHold on, what even is XPA? It sounds like IPA wearing sunglasses!
Hop BroClose enough. Extra Pale Ale means hop-forward like an IPA, but lighter and easier to drink.
MugiWhoa, and the hops are Motueka and Nelson Sauvin? That sounds like an all-star import lineup!
Hop BroExactly. They bring this green limey aroma, and Citra CRYO is basically a concentrated hop form that packs in aroma.
MugiWhat is that, hop juice concentrate? That's cheating! But how can it be crisp and still have malt depth?
Hop BroThat's the trick: Pilsner and Caramel Pils, plus BRY-97 and Nova Lager yeast, keep it smooth while still snappy.
MugiAnd Yamorido is a machiya brewpub, right? Beer, Japanese tea, food... my weekend just got booked.
Hop BroRight, and it really makes me want to try food pairings on site with a fresh pour in that Fushimi atmosphere.
MugiI'm sold. I want a pint right now and then I'll dramatically announce, 'This is the Minamikaze talking!'
Yamorido, the machiya-style brewpub in Kyoto’s Fushimi district, has released a new XPA called “Minamikaze.” The venue carries on the history of an old tea shop while offering house-brewed craft beer, Japanese tea, and food in a calm, traditional setting.
“Minamikaze” is a new seasonal release arriving about a month after the previous beer. It is brewed as an Extra Pale Ale (XPA) with 35 IBU and 5.5% ABV. The grist uses Pilsner and Caramel Pils malts, while the hop bill includes Motueka, Nelson Sauvin, Citra CRYO, and Magnum. The beer is fermented with BRY-97 and Nova Lager yeast.
The aroma leans into the bright, green character often found in New Zealand hops, with grassy notes and a lime-like edge. A soft malt backbone supports the hop character, keeping the beer balanced rather than sharply aggressive. The result is a beer that feels light and breezy, fitting for warm weather and easy drinking.
Yamorido is located in Kyoto’s Nakayokake-cho area in Fushimi, where the atmosphere of an old townhouse meets a modern brewpub experience. It is a place where beer fans can try fresh house beers alongside food pairings, making “Minamikaze” a release worth noting for anyone following Kyoto’s craft beer scene.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroI need to tell you about Yamorido in Kyoto-Fushimi and their new XPA Minamikaze.
MugiWait, that name already feels breezy! Is it like a beer made of summer wind?
Hop BroPretty much. It's an XPA, and at 35 IBU and 5.5% ABV, it's built to go down easy in hot weather.
MugiHold on, what even is XPA? It sounds like IPA wearing sunglasses!
Hop BroClose enough. Extra Pale Ale means hop-forward like an IPA, but lighter and easier to drink.
MugiWhoa, and the hops are Motueka and Nelson Sauvin? That sounds like an all-star import lineup!
Hop BroExactly. They bring this green limey aroma, and Citra CRYO is basically a concentrated hop form that packs in aroma.
MugiWhat is that, hop juice concentrate? That's cheating! But how can it be crisp and still have malt depth?
Hop BroThat's the trick: Pilsner and Caramel Pils, plus BRY-97 and Nova Lager yeast, keep it smooth while still snappy.
MugiAnd Yamorido is a machiya brewpub, right? Beer, Japanese tea, food... my weekend just got booked.
Hop BroRight, and it really makes me want to try food pairings on site with a fresh pour in that Fushimi atmosphere.
MugiI'm sold. I want a pint right now and then I'll dramatically announce, 'This is the Minamikaze talking!'
