QDH Jasper Jr. from Fidens Brewing Co. is tapped at Two Fingers
At Two Fingers, the beer pub in the west exit area of Ikebukuro, Tokyo, "QDH Jasper Jr." has arrived from Fidens Brewing Co. of Albany, New York. It is being introduced as a Hazy IPA with a quadruple dry-hop treatment centered on Citra.
Hop BroQDH Jasper Jr. from Fidens Brewing Co. has been tapped at Two Fingers in west Ikebukuro. This is one you definitely don’t want to miss.
MugiWhoa, even the name QDH Jasper Jr. sounds strong! Who is Jasper Jr. supposed to be?!
Hop BroIt’s a 6% ABV Hazy IPA made with Citra, Citra Cryo, and Citra DynaBoost. Citrus-like aroma is the star here.
MugiWait a second, Citra Cryo and DynaBoost sound like spells!
Hop BroBasically, they’re methods for packing in hop aroma compounds. And QDH means quadruple dry-hopped—they’re layering hop additions again and again to build up the aroma.
MugiWhat?! Four layers of aroma? That’s like the beer world’s mega-size ramen!
Hop BroExactly. Since it’s all Citra-based, it should be bursting with citrus aroma and come together nicely. It should also have the lush fullness that Hazy IPAs are known for.
MugiAhh, I get it! The charm of a Hazy IPA is that it smells clearly defined while still feeling soft and sweet, right?
Hop BroAnd drinking it at a place like Two Fingers makes it even better, because you can enjoy it while paying attention to how fresh it is. It’s perfect for taking your time in west Ikebukuro.
MugiWow, now I really want to drink it! I want to soak in Fidens' aroma right now!
Hop BroThen tonight’s plan is set: Ikebukuro. Let’s take our time with a glass and chase the hop aftertaste.
Tap Info
At Two Fingers, the beer pub in Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima Ward, Tokyo, QDH Jasper Jr. from Fidens Brewing Co. has been added to the lineup. According to BeerAdvocate and Fidens sales information, it is a 6% ABV Hazy IPA made with Citra, Citra Cryo, and Citra DynaBoost in a quadruple dry-hop format.
Beer Highlights
QDH stands for Quadruple Dry-Hopped, indicating a design that layers hop additions to draw out aroma. This release is built entirely around Citra-family hops, so you can expect citrus-like aromas and the rich aromatic cohesion typical of a Hazy IPA. Because it is the kind of beer where the hop character comes through clearly, it should be easy to follow from the aroma on the nose through the finish.
Why It Matters at Two Fingers
Two Fingers is a beer pub in the Ikebukuro area where you can enjoy craft beer. In the calm setting of Nishi-Ikebukuro, it is a place well suited to taking your time with interesting limited cans and draft pours. Hop-forward Hazy IPAs like this one are especially enjoyable when you can watch how freshness and aroma evolve as you drink. Being able to check a Fidens release like this is the kind of moment craft beer fans won’t want to miss.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroQDH Jasper Jr. from Fidens Brewing Co. has been tapped at Two Fingers in west Ikebukuro. This is one you definitely don’t want to miss.
MugiWhoa, even the name QDH Jasper Jr. sounds strong! Who is Jasper Jr. supposed to be?!
Hop BroIt’s a 6% ABV Hazy IPA made with Citra, Citra Cryo, and Citra DynaBoost. Citrus-like aroma is the star here.
MugiWait a second, Citra Cryo and DynaBoost sound like spells!
Hop BroBasically, they’re methods for packing in hop aroma compounds. And QDH means quadruple dry-hopped—they’re layering hop additions again and again to build up the aroma.
MugiWhat?! Four layers of aroma? That’s like the beer world’s mega-size ramen!
Hop BroExactly. Since it’s all Citra-based, it should be bursting with citrus aroma and come together nicely. It should also have the lush fullness that Hazy IPAs are known for.
MugiAhh, I get it! The charm of a Hazy IPA is that it smells clearly defined while still feeling soft and sweet, right?
Hop BroAnd drinking it at a place like Two Fingers makes it even better, because you can enjoy it while paying attention to how fresh it is. It’s perfect for taking your time in west Ikebukuro.
MugiWow, now I really want to drink it! I want to soak in Fidens' aroma right now!
Hop BroThen tonight’s plan is set: Ikebukuro. Let’s take our time with a glass and chase the hop aftertaste.
