North Island Beer Releases Limited West Coast IPA “Glide Drive”
North Island Beer in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, will release its limited beer “Glide Drive” on April 24. It is a West Coast IPA that combines aromas reminiscent of citrus and ripe fruit with firm bitterness and a smooth finish.
Hop BroNorth Island Beer in Ebetsu, Hokkaido is releasing a limited beer called “Glide Drive.” It’s a West Coast IPA with a very clear character in both aroma and bitterness.
MugiWhoa, the name already sounds fast! “Glide Drive” makes me picture a car cutting through the wind!
Hop BroAnd it goes on sale on April 24, with both bottles and kegs available. Bottles will be available to order on the official online store at 10:00 a.m. on April 24, shipping starts on April 25, and on April 25 there will also be direct sales and sales by volume at the Ebetsu brewery.
MugiWhat! Direct sales and sales by volume too? That’s like a beer lover’s field trip! So April 25 is also a date to watch!
Hop BroThe style is a West Coast IPA, ABV 6.5%, IBU 50. The hops are Idaho7, Columbus, Chinook, and Mosaic, bringing citrus and ripe-fruit-like aromas to the front while finishing clean with bitterness.
MugiWait, what’s IBU 50? Is that one of those numbers where the higher it is, the more your face scrunches up? Is that the bitterness scale?
Hop BroExactly. IBU is a measure of bitterness, and 50 means it has a solid presence without being too tiring to drink. And this one is designed with a smooth finish too, so it doesn’t stop at just being bitter.
MugiOhh! I thought West Coast IPA would hit even harder, but it has a gentle sweetness too!
Hop BroRight. The fruity aroma gives the body more depth, balancing lightness and drinkability. In other words, it’s bold but not sloppy, a beer with real definition.
MugiThis sounds like something I could enjoy even without snacks, and it would go well with food too! When I hear “limited brew individuality,” I want to drink it even more!
Hop BroThat’s the nice thing about North Island Beer: it’s rooted in the local area while still keeping a strong stylistic core. At this point, I’m ready to bring the glass close.
MugiMe too! I’m fully set on raising a toast on release day today!
North Island Beer, based in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, has announced the start of sales for its limited beer “Glide Drive.” The release date is April 24. It will be offered in both keg and bottle formats, and consumer bottles will begin accepting orders on the official online store at 10:00 a.m. on April 24, with shipments starting sequentially from April 25. In addition, direct sales and sales by volume are also planned at the Ebetsu brewery on April 25.
This beer is a West Coast I.P.A. with an ABV of 6.5% and an IBU of 50. The hops used are Idaho7, Columbus, Chinook, and Mosaic. According to the brewery’s description, the moment you bring the glass close, aromas evoking multiple citrus fruits and ripe sweet fruit spread out, and when you take a sip, firm bitterness and gentle sweetness come together in the finish. The fruity aroma adds depth to the body, creating a design that aims for both lightness and satisfying drinkability.
North Island Beer is a brewery based in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, and in addition to its regular beers, it has also put effort into seasonal and limited releases. While rooted in the local community, it is characterized by its continued proposals of beers with clearly defined styles. “Glide Drive” can be seen as a beer born from that approach.
While it has the individuality typical of a limited brew, the drinking experience is smooth, and it seems easy to pair with food. This is a new release in the brewery’s style, suited to people who want to enjoy the lively hop character and bitterness in balance.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroNorth Island Beer in Ebetsu, Hokkaido is releasing a limited beer called “Glide Drive.” It’s a West Coast IPA with a very clear character in both aroma and bitterness.
MugiWhoa, the name already sounds fast! “Glide Drive” makes me picture a car cutting through the wind!
Hop BroAnd it goes on sale on April 24, with both bottles and kegs available. Bottles will be available to order on the official online store at 10:00 a.m. on April 24, shipping starts on April 25, and on April 25 there will also be direct sales and sales by volume at the Ebetsu brewery.
MugiWhat! Direct sales and sales by volume too? That’s like a beer lover’s field trip! So April 25 is also a date to watch!
Hop BroThe style is a West Coast IPA, ABV 6.5%, IBU 50. The hops are Idaho7, Columbus, Chinook, and Mosaic, bringing citrus and ripe-fruit-like aromas to the front while finishing clean with bitterness.
MugiWait, what’s IBU 50? Is that one of those numbers where the higher it is, the more your face scrunches up? Is that the bitterness scale?
Hop BroExactly. IBU is a measure of bitterness, and 50 means it has a solid presence without being too tiring to drink. And this one is designed with a smooth finish too, so it doesn’t stop at just being bitter.
MugiOhh! I thought West Coast IPA would hit even harder, but it has a gentle sweetness too!
Hop BroRight. The fruity aroma gives the body more depth, balancing lightness and drinkability. In other words, it’s bold but not sloppy, a beer with real definition.
MugiThis sounds like something I could enjoy even without snacks, and it would go well with food too! When I hear “limited brew individuality,” I want to drink it even more!
Hop BroThat’s the nice thing about North Island Beer: it’s rooted in the local area while still keeping a strong stylistic core. At this point, I’m ready to bring the glass close.
MugiMe too! I’m fully set on raising a toast on release day today!
