Setouchi Brewery Launches the First Release in New Series "HOP HOPPING"
Setouchi Brewery in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, has launched a new series called "HOP HOPPING" that focuses on the distinctive character of hops. The first release, "HOP HOPPING ROOM001," is a 6.5% IPA centered on Elani as the key hop.
Hop BroSetouchi Brewery's new HOP HOPPING series is really interesting. Making a single hop the star is irresistible for hop lovers.
MugiWait, the hop is the star? That makes such a difference? I always thought beer was more about malt or yeast!
Hop BroThe first release is ROOM001, an IPA built around Elani® as the key hop. The point is that it brings out a soft tropical character like peach and guava.
MugiWhat? Elani® already sounds stylish just from the name. And peach plus guava? That's practically a fruit paradise in beer form!
Hop BroThe aroma starts with a tropical aroma, then layers in green nuances, bitterness, and citrus. Instead of going flashy, it's designed to let the hop's character unfold slowly.
MugiWow, bitterness and softness together? I really want to try that! Sounds like a dangerous kind of adult juice, doesn't it?
Hop BroThe style is India Pale Ale, and the alcohol content is 6.5%. They use oats to soften the mouthfeel, so even though it's an IPA, it doesn't come across as too sharp.
MugiWait, oats!? An IPA with a soft mouthfeel might not be the bitter beer face I know anymore!
Hop BroAnd Setouchi Brewery in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture handles everything in-house, from planning to brewing to shipping. It's the kind of beer that feels packed with the atmosphere of the Setouchi region.
MugiNice, hearing that makes me want to drink it even more! I want to have a glass of ROOM001 before the next ROOM comes out!
Setouchi Brewery has released "HOP HOPPING ROOM001" as the first beer in its new "HOP HOPPING" series. The concept behind the series is to focus on a single hop and make its individuality the star. Each bottle opens the door to a new "ROOM," with the KEY HOP guiding the experience.
For this ROOM001, the brewery chose Elani®. On the product page, it is introduced as a new hop with soft tropical aromas reminiscent of peach and guava. The aroma opens with tropical notes, then layers in deep green nuances, bitterness, and citrus, resulting in an IPA that aims for a balance between bitterness and softness.
The specs are India Pale Ale, with an alcohol content of 6.5%. In addition to using oats to soften the mouthfeel, the beer also incorporates a special method designed to draw out the hop's flavorful components. Rather than going for flashiness, the beer leaves a strong impression by carefully showcasing the hop's own character.
Setouchi Brewery is based in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, and handles everything in-house, from planning and brewing to shipping. Surrounded by the natural environment of the Setouchi region, the brewery has continued crafting beers that reflect the atmosphere of the area, so this new series can also be seen as a beer in which the character of the land and the brewer's perspective naturally overlap.
"HOP HOPPING ROOM001" is a new release for beer lovers who want to take their time and appreciate the differences between hops. It will also be interesting to see which hops the series chooses next, and what kind of "ROOM" it opens.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSetouchi Brewery's new HOP HOPPING series is really interesting. Making a single hop the star is irresistible for hop lovers.
MugiWait, the hop is the star? That makes such a difference? I always thought beer was more about malt or yeast!
Hop BroThe first release is ROOM001, an IPA built around Elani® as the key hop. The point is that it brings out a soft tropical character like peach and guava.
MugiWhat? Elani® already sounds stylish just from the name. And peach plus guava? That's practically a fruit paradise in beer form!
Hop BroThe aroma starts with a tropical aroma, then layers in green nuances, bitterness, and citrus. Instead of going flashy, it's designed to let the hop's character unfold slowly.
MugiWow, bitterness and softness together? I really want to try that! Sounds like a dangerous kind of adult juice, doesn't it?
Hop BroThe style is India Pale Ale, and the alcohol content is 6.5%. They use oats to soften the mouthfeel, so even though it's an IPA, it doesn't come across as too sharp.
MugiWait, oats!? An IPA with a soft mouthfeel might not be the bitter beer face I know anymore!
Hop BroAnd Setouchi Brewery in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture handles everything in-house, from planning to brewing to shipping. It's the kind of beer that feels packed with the atmosphere of the Setouchi region.
MugiNice, hearing that makes me want to drink it even more! I want to have a glass of ROOM001 before the next ROOM comes out!
