Better life with upcycle Releases IyoQ XPA Made with Thinned Iyo Citrus and Cucumber
Better life with upcycle, an upcycled craft brewery based in Ebina, Kanagawa, has released IyoQ XPA, an Extra Pale Ale made with thinned Iyo citrus and cucumber. The beer is designed to be dry and crisp, with fresh citrus, green notes, and tropical hop aromas.
Hop BroToday, let’s talk about the new IyoQ XPA from Better life with upcycle in Ebina, Kanagawa.
MugiWhat?! I get the Iyokan citrus, but is a beer made with cucumber actually tasty?
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. The green aroma of thinned Iyokan meets the gentle green freshness of cucumber.
MugiDoes thinning mean picking the fruit while it’s still small? That sounds like poor little Iyokan!
Hop BroIt means removing some fruit during cultivation. Giving that ingredient new value is the upcycle beer idea, you know.
MugiI see! And it’s an XPA? Does Extra Pale Ale mean it’s stronger than a regular pale ale?
Hop BroXPA is a pale-ale-style name often used for a hop-forward beer. Nelson Sauvin adds lychee and mango aromas, too.
MugiNo way! Iyokan, cucumber, lychee, mango… it’s like a salad meets the tropics!
Hop BroHere’s the key: rice is added to the mash to boost attenuation, creating a dry, juicy finish. Mashing is the step where malt is steeped to make fermentable sugars.
MugiSo it’s not heavy or sweet—it lets the ingredients shine. A beer where you can enjoy aromas lightly, right?
Hop BroExactly. It reflects a brewery that gives bread crusts and other byproducts fresh value: great taste with less waste.
MugiPerfect for a dull day at home! Just imagining that vivid green freshness makes me want an IyoQ XPA toast right now!
Better life with upcycle, a craft brewery based in Ebina, Kanagawa, has released a new beer, IyoQ XPA, pronounced “Iyo-Q XPA.” The Extra Pale Ale uses thinned Iyo citrus harvested while still green, together with cucumber.
A fresh combination of citrus and cucumber
IyoQ XPA brings together the green citrus character of young Iyo citrus and the gentle vegetal freshness of cucumber. The two ingredients are added during fermentation, allowing their fresh, green notes and citrus aromas to remain at the center of the beer.
The brewery has chosen a crisp, lean XPA profile, reducing sweetness and body to create a clean finish. Nelson Sauvin hops add fresh aromas reminiscent of lychee and mango, complementing the botanical character of the fruit and cucumber.
A dry, refreshing structure
Rice is used in the mash to promote a higher degree of fermentation and a drier impression. The result is designed to offer freshness from the first aroma through the finish, while keeping the beer light and highly drinkable.
Better life with upcycle develops craft beer around the idea of giving new value to food byproducts. The brand is connected to a century-old boulangerie and combines the skills of bakers and brewers. Its beers include products made with materials such as bread crusts, reflecting an approach that links food-loss reduction with flavor.
IyoQ XPA continues that philosophy through a different combination of ingredients. Its crisp profile and vivid green character make it a fitting choice for relaxed home drinking when a bright, refreshing beer is called for.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, let’s talk about the new IyoQ XPA from Better life with upcycle in Ebina, Kanagawa.
MugiWhat?! I get the Iyokan citrus, but is a beer made with cucumber actually tasty?
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. The green aroma of thinned Iyokan meets the gentle green freshness of cucumber.
MugiDoes thinning mean picking the fruit while it’s still small? That sounds like poor little Iyokan!
Hop BroIt means removing some fruit during cultivation. Giving that ingredient new value is the upcycle beer idea, you know.
MugiI see! And it’s an XPA? Does Extra Pale Ale mean it’s stronger than a regular pale ale?
Hop BroXPA is a pale-ale-style name often used for a hop-forward beer. Nelson Sauvin adds lychee and mango aromas, too.
MugiNo way! Iyokan, cucumber, lychee, mango… it’s like a salad meets the tropics!
Hop BroHere’s the key: rice is added to the mash to boost attenuation, creating a dry, juicy finish. Mashing is the step where malt is steeped to make fermentable sugars.
MugiSo it’s not heavy or sweet—it lets the ingredients shine. A beer where you can enjoy aromas lightly, right?
Hop BroExactly. It reflects a brewery that gives bread crusts and other byproducts fresh value: great taste with less waste.
MugiPerfect for a dull day at home! Just imagining that vivid green freshness makes me want an IyoQ XPA toast right now!
