Inkhorn Brewing Reveals 'Cornucopia' in Its Fourth Collaboration with WCB
On May 13, Inkhorn Brewing introduced its fourth collaboration beer with West Coast Brewing, Cornucopia. The 8.0% Hazy Double IPA uses six freshly harvested hop varieties from New Zealand in March 2026.
Hop BroInkhorn Brewing in Mejiro has put out "Cornucopia" in its fourth collaboration with West Coast Brewing. It's an 8.0% Hazy Double IPA, and fresh hops are the main topic here.
MugiWhoa, six fresh hop varieties? What does that even mean! Does it really make that much of a difference when you use so many hops?
Hop BroIt really does. This time they used hops harvested in March 2026 at Freestyle Hops in New Zealand, so freshness right after harvest is everything.
MugiOhhh! But does "Hazy Double IPA" mean it's super cloudy and rich? Just the name already feels kind of festive...
Hop BroIn simple terms, it's like taking an IPA that's hazy and hop-aromatic and turning the volume up even more. And the distinctive character of NZ hops like Nelson Sauvin, Riwaka, and Nectaron really comes forward.
MugiNelson-san, Riwaka-san, Nectaron-san... those names suddenly sound intense! And you're saying there are even peach and mango notes too?
Hop BroExactly. It's designed with a green, dank character layered with ripe peach, mango, orange, and guava, and on the Inkhorn side it's built on the assumption that nearly all of it will be used up in a 1,000-liter batch. That designed to be nearly used up approach is luxurious, but also precise.
MugiWow, if they make hops the star that much, I'd probably be satisfied just from the aroma before even drinking it! But what kind of difference in mouthfeel are we talking about?
Hop BroCompared with Inkhorn's usual Hazy beers, they've made it flow smoothly from a lighter layer. So it's not just "thick" - the aroma unfolds smoothly from a light layer.
MugiGot it, so it's worth drinking sooner rather than later! If I saw this, I'd probably dash straight to the beer shop on my way home today!
Hop BroThat's exactly right. Cornucopia is named to celebrate the Southern Hemisphere harvest too, and fresh is the name of the game. It's the kind of beer that makes you want a glass tonight.
Hazy Double IPA Born from a Fourth Collaboration
Inkhorn Brewing, which operates a brewery and taproom in Mejiro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, has unveiled a new beer, Cornucopia, created in collaboration with West Coast Brewing. This is the fourth co-brew for both sides, and the style is Hazy Double IPA with an ABV of 8.0%.
The standout feature this time is that all six hop varieties used were freshly harvested in March 2026 at Freestyle Hops in New Zealand. Opportunities to use a significant amount of highly fresh hops, where the time from harvest to use in Japan is short, are not common, and the post also expresses gratitude for that connection.
A Design Centered on Fresh Hops
The recipe was reportedly built by incorporating elements from both breweries into the malt bill while placing top priority on the freshness and quality of the hops. The hops used are Nelson Sauvin, Riwaka, Tropical Fusion, Peacharine, Nectaron, and Southern Cross. On the Inkhorn Brewing side, the beer was designed on the assumption that nearly all of it would be used up in a 1,000-liter batch.
As for flavor, the beer is expected to deliver the green, dank character typical of New Zealand hops, along with fruit notes like ripe peach, mango, orange, and guava. The post says that compared with the brewery's usual Hazy beers, the mouthfeel and flow through the palate are different, resulting in a finish that spreads smoothly from a light layer.
Seasonal Imagery in the Name
"Cornucopia" is a word strongly associated with harvest in the Northern Hemisphere, but this time it was named with the image of celebrating the hop harvest in the Southern Hemisphere. The message also emphasizes that it should be enjoyed as soon as possible while the hops are still fresh, making it sound like a beer worth grabbing early if you spot it in cans or on draft.
Inkhorn Brewing is a craft beer brewery based in Mejiro, Tokyo. In collaborations like this one, it highlights differences in ingredient freshness and recipe design, showing a distinct expression of IPA even within the same style.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroInkhorn Brewing in Mejiro has put out "Cornucopia" in its fourth collaboration with West Coast Brewing. It's an 8.0% Hazy Double IPA, and fresh hops are the main topic here.
MugiWhoa, six fresh hop varieties? What does that even mean! Does it really make that much of a difference when you use so many hops?
Hop BroIt really does. This time they used hops harvested in March 2026 at Freestyle Hops in New Zealand, so freshness right after harvest is everything.
MugiOhhh! But does "Hazy Double IPA" mean it's super cloudy and rich? Just the name already feels kind of festive...
Hop BroIn simple terms, it's like taking an IPA that's hazy and hop-aromatic and turning the volume up even more. And the distinctive character of NZ hops like Nelson Sauvin, Riwaka, and Nectaron really comes forward.
MugiNelson-san, Riwaka-san, Nectaron-san... those names suddenly sound intense! And you're saying there are even peach and mango notes too?
Hop BroExactly. It's designed with a green, dank character layered with ripe peach, mango, orange, and guava, and on the Inkhorn side it's built on the assumption that nearly all of it will be used up in a 1,000-liter batch. That designed to be nearly used up approach is luxurious, but also precise.
MugiWow, if they make hops the star that much, I'd probably be satisfied just from the aroma before even drinking it! But what kind of difference in mouthfeel are we talking about?
Hop BroCompared with Inkhorn's usual Hazy beers, they've made it flow smoothly from a lighter layer. So it's not just "thick" - the aroma unfolds smoothly from a light layer.
MugiGot it, so it's worth drinking sooner rather than later! If I saw this, I'd probably dash straight to the beer shop on my way home today!
Hop BroThat's exactly right. Cornucopia is named to celebrate the Southern Hemisphere harvest too, and fresh is the name of the game. It's the kind of beer that makes you want a glass tonight.
