A guest beer has arrived at diagonal in Kofu

At the beer pub "diagonal" in Kofu, Yamanashi Prefecture, Y.Market Brewing’s "Onomatopoeia IPA" has been tapped. In the post, it is introduced as a West Coast IPA brewed mainly with the new hop variety "HBC638," and its appeal is said to be citrus-like aroma, floral nuances, and a dry finish.

This beer should catch the eye of anyone who likes IPAs with a clearly defined hop character. It is the kind of beer where you can enjoy the aroma as it rises, while the palate stays light and the finish closes with a firm snap. It has the straight-ahead impression typical of a West Coast IPA, and the more glasses you have, the more the hops’ expression seems likely to emerge.

"diagonal" is known as one of Kofu’s beer pubs where you can take your time enjoying craft beer. Part of the fun is following the rotation of guest beers, and when a distinctive IPA like this comes in, it adds a new expression to the tap lineup. Beer lovers will want to drink it while checking how the aroma opens up at different temperatures and where the bitterness settles.

If you’re looking for craft beer in Kofu, diagonal’s guest tap is one to watch. It looks like a beer where you can enjoy Y.Market Brewing’s signature hop presentation in the relaxed atmosphere of the bar.