At the beer pub HOP MAN in Jukkenzaka, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Ise Kadoya Beer’s "Brain-Melting Ultra Heaven 3xIPA" has been newly put on tap.

This beer is a solid example of an American style Triple IPA, with the high alcohol presence and firm bitterness typical of the style. It is listed at 10.0% ABV and IBU 88, clearly showing that it delivers substantial drinking heft. The hop bill centers on Strata, with Krush also added to the mix. The caption suggests the beer was designed with Strata’s broad character in mind, while also taking Krush’s compatibility into account.

What’s more, this label is said to have won a gold medal at the 2021 The International Brewing Awards and to have been selected as one of only 12 Trophy Winners. Being able to enjoy an award-winning beer at a beer pub in Chigasaki is not something to miss.

HOP MAN is the kind of beer pub where craft beer fans can drop in casually, and the rotation of guest beers is part of the appeal. Rather than just stopping by for a quick drink near the station, this lineup is better suited to a day when you want to sit down and take your time with a well-built IPA. If you’re after intense hop character and serious drinkability, this new tap release is definitely worth checking out.