Amakusa Sonar Beer Announces Dry, Crisp Cold IPA “OUT OF SYNC”
Amakusa Sonar Beer of Amakusa, Kumamoto, has announced “OUT OF SYNC,” a 5.5% Cold IPA built around a dry, clean profile. Made with pesticide-free Kumamoto rice and lager yeast, the beer highlights bright citrus and tropical hop aromas with a crisp finish.
Hop BroAmakusa Sonar Beer in Amakusa, Kumamoto, has released a new Cold IPA, “OUT OF SYNC.”
MugiWhoa, that name is cool! But what is a Cold IPA? Is it just IPA served extra cold?
Hop BroNot quite. It uses lager yeast fermentation to pair IPA-style hop character with the crisp finish of a lager.
MugiA two-way player in beer form! But what does lager-yeast crispness actually taste like?
Hop BroThink of a clean, snappy finish. Pilsner malt and Kumamoto-grown pesticide-free rice keep the body dry and restrained rather than sweet.
MugiLocal rice too! I was about to imagine sake—but my brain has put the beer in kimono!
Hop BroNo kimono required. The rice supports lightness and clarity, while Columbus, Mosaic, Citra, Simcoe, and Nectaron Cryo hops take the aromatic spotlight.
MugiThat hop list sounds like a supergroup! So what exactly is dry hopping?
Hop BroIt means adding hops after fermentation to build aroma without making the bitterness excessive. With Simcoe, Citra, and Nectaron, it aims for citrus and pine-resin notes.
MugiCitrus, tropical fruit, and dank pine—yet the finish is clear and crispy? That sounds dangerously drinkable.
Hop BroExactly. It is 5.5% ABV, and the brewery even has Japan’s westernmost hop field right in front of it. That local identity is wonderful.
MugiThat crispness and aroma sound perfect for lingering warm weather. I want a toast now! Let’s go find OUT OF SYNC, Hop Bro!
Hop BroDone. Let’s enjoy the bright hops, then reset with that dry finish. Cheers to a Cold IPA from Amakusa!
Amakusa Sonar Beer, based in Amakusa City, Kumamoto, has announced its new Cold IPA, “OUT OF SYNC.” The beer has an ABV of 5.5% and uses Columbus, Mosaic, Citra, Simcoe, and Nectaron Cryo hops.
The beer is brewed with carefully selected pilsner malt and pesticide-free rice grown in Kumamoto by Hara Noukenjuku. Lager yeast is used for a thorough fermentation, reducing malt sweetness and creating an exceptionally dry and clean body.
For aroma, the brewery dry-hops the beer generously with Simcoe, Citra, and Nectaron. The resulting profile is described as bright and expressive, with citrus and tropical fruit notes alongside a pleasant dank, pine-like character. Despite its rich hop presence, the finish remains clear and crisp.
Amakusa Sonar Beer grows hops in a field directly in front of its brewery, described by the brewery as Japan’s westernmost hop farm. The brewery also works with local ingredients and Amakusa groundwater to create beers that reflect the character of the region.
“OUT OF SYNC” brings together the dry structure of a modern Cold IPA, locally grown Kumamoto rice, and a layered hop profile. Its light, crisp character makes it a fitting release for the lingering warmth of late summer.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAmakusa Sonar Beer in Amakusa, Kumamoto, has released a new Cold IPA, “OUT OF SYNC.”
MugiWhoa, that name is cool! But what is a Cold IPA? Is it just IPA served extra cold?
Hop BroNot quite. It uses lager yeast fermentation to pair IPA-style hop character with the crisp finish of a lager.
MugiA two-way player in beer form! But what does lager-yeast crispness actually taste like?
Hop BroThink of a clean, snappy finish. Pilsner malt and Kumamoto-grown pesticide-free rice keep the body dry and restrained rather than sweet.
MugiLocal rice too! I was about to imagine sake—but my brain has put the beer in kimono!
Hop BroNo kimono required. The rice supports lightness and clarity, while Columbus, Mosaic, Citra, Simcoe, and Nectaron Cryo hops take the aromatic spotlight.
MugiThat hop list sounds like a supergroup! So what exactly is dry hopping?
Hop BroIt means adding hops after fermentation to build aroma without making the bitterness excessive. With Simcoe, Citra, and Nectaron, it aims for citrus and pine-resin notes.
MugiCitrus, tropical fruit, and dank pine—yet the finish is clear and crispy? That sounds dangerously drinkable.
Hop BroExactly. It is 5.5% ABV, and the brewery even has Japan’s westernmost hop field right in front of it. That local identity is wonderful.
MugiThat crispness and aroma sound perfect for lingering warm weather. I want a toast now! Let’s go find OUT OF SYNC, Hop Bro!
Hop BroDone. Let’s enjoy the bright hops, then reset with that dry finish. Cheers to a Cold IPA from Amakusa!
