Two Rabbits Brewing Releases OMUKADE West Coast IPA
Two Rabbits Brewing Company, based in Omi-Hachiman, Shiga, has launched a new beer in its yokai series: OMUKADE WEST COAST IPA. Inspired by the legend of the Great Centipede of Mt. Mikami, the West Coast IPA uses American and New Zealand hops for a bold, hop-forward profile.
Hop BroToday’s topic is a legend-inspired IPA that’s pretty hard to ignore. Two Rabbits Brewing in Omihachiman just released OMUKADE WEST COAST IPA.
MugiWait, a giant centipede theme? That is a lot to process for one beer!
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. It’s based on the local legend of the Giant Centipede of Mount Mikami, which fits Two Rabbits’ style of turning regional stories into beer.
MugiOkay, but West Coast IPA means what exactly? Did this beer take a detour from Shiga to California?
Hop BroNot quite. It’s a beer style known for crisp bitterness and a clean, dry finish, with the hops taking center stage.
MugiGot it... but then I saw dank pine character and my brain just walked straight into a forest. What does that even mean?
Hop BroIn hop talk, dank means a deep, intense aroma. Here it’s layered with resin and citrus, so you get piney sharpness and bright citrus at the same time.
MugiThat actually sounds great. And US and NZ hops together? That aroma lineup sounds stacked.
Hop BroIt really does. It’s available through the official online shop, with 360ml cans and 6-packs ready to go.
MugiNice, that’s easy. And 770 yen for one can sounds like a very reasonable way to test the waters!
Hop BroThe 6-pack is 4,620 yen, and if you like hop-forward beer, this looks like a full-on hop showcase in the best way.
MugiThat settles it. I want to drink this now, and honestly I want the centipede legend as part of the tasting experience too!
Shiga-based Two Rabbits Brewing Company has released OMUKADE WEST COAST IPA as the latest beer in its yokai series. The beer is available through the brewery’s online shop, with a 360 ml can and a six-pack option listed.
This release draws on the local legend of the Great Centipede of Mt. Mikami in Omi. According to the product description, the beer is a powerful West Coast IPA brewed with generous amounts of hops from the United States and New Zealand, aiming to push its aromatic character to the limit. The flavor profile is described as a layered mix of resin, citrus, and dank pine, giving the beer a strong and distinctive hop presence.
Pricing is listed at 770 yen for a single can and 4,620 yen for a six-pack. Based in Omi-Hachiman, Shiga, Two Rabbits Brewing is known for beers that connect local stories and folklore with modern craft styles, and this release fits that approach well.
Beyond the concept, the beer’s direction is clear: a sharp West Coast IPA structure, supported by resinous, citrus-driven, and pine-like hop character. For drinkers looking for a hop-forward beer with a strong sense of place, OMUKADE WEST COAST IPA is a notable addition to the brewery’s lineup.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s topic is a legend-inspired IPA that’s pretty hard to ignore. Two Rabbits Brewing in Omihachiman just released OMUKADE WEST COAST IPA.
MugiWait, a giant centipede theme? That is a lot to process for one beer!
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. It’s based on the local legend of the Giant Centipede of Mount Mikami, which fits Two Rabbits’ style of turning regional stories into beer.
MugiOkay, but West Coast IPA means what exactly? Did this beer take a detour from Shiga to California?
Hop BroNot quite. It’s a beer style known for crisp bitterness and a clean, dry finish, with the hops taking center stage.
MugiGot it... but then I saw dank pine character and my brain just walked straight into a forest. What does that even mean?
Hop BroIn hop talk, dank means a deep, intense aroma. Here it’s layered with resin and citrus, so you get piney sharpness and bright citrus at the same time.
MugiThat actually sounds great. And US and NZ hops together? That aroma lineup sounds stacked.
Hop BroIt really does. It’s available through the official online shop, with 360ml cans and 6-packs ready to go.
MugiNice, that’s easy. And 770 yen for one can sounds like a very reasonable way to test the waters!
Hop BroThe 6-pack is 4,620 yen, and if you like hop-forward beer, this looks like a full-on hop showcase in the best way.
MugiThat settles it. I want to drink this now, and honestly I want the centipede legend as part of the tasting experience too!
