Inkhorn Brewing’s “Osprey” Tapped at Ikebukuro vivo!, Triple IPA Now Being Served
The beer pub “vivo! BEER＋DININGBAR” in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, announced Inkhorn Brewing’s “Osprey” as a guest beer in a post on March 18. It is introduced as a triple IPA built on a bright pale malt base, layered with resinous notes, citrus, berry, and melon.
Hop BroBig tapping news from Ikebukuro: vivo!’s guest keg is strong again.
MugiWhoa, another new one!? Ikebukuro Sunshine Street is easy to get to, so now I’m curious!
Hop BroThis one is Inkhorn Brewing’s Osprey, and the style is Triple IPA.
MugiWhat!? Triple IPA sounds like it’s three times harder than a regular IPA!
Hop BroBasically, it’s a full-bodied IPA that pushes hop presence and drinking heft way up.
MugiNice! The notes say citrus like Shiranui, and just that already makes me want to drink it!
Hop BroIt starts with a bright British pale malt base, then layers resin, citrus, berry, and melon into a multi-layered aroma.
MugiWhen I hear resin, I imagine wood glue! That’s okay in a drink?
Hop BroNo worries there. It means a pine-like freshness, not stickiness. It’s hop-derived aroma.
MugiI seeee, so it has a malt backbone and fruity character too. The value for drinking right now is seriously high!
Hop BroAnd vivo! is a relaxed basement spot for drinking, plus the taps change daily, so timing the tap is everything.
MugiIt’s decided! Today in Ikebukuro it’s Osprey or nothing. Let’s go toast with Hop-san!
At vivo! BEER＋DININGBAR, located in the basement of the Nanafuku Building along Ikebukuro Sunshine Street, a new guest beer has been tapped. This time, the featured beer is Osprey from Inkhorn Brewing.
The post clearly identifies the style as Triple IPA. The tasting notes given are as follows:
- Malt character derived from bright-colored British pale malt
- Resinous hop character
- Citrus flavors reminiscent of Shiranui oranges
- Nuances evoking berries and melon
It reads like a beer designed to layer hop aroma and fruit character over a solid malt core, making it a strong choice for a day when you want a substantial IPA.
vivo! BEER＋DININGBAR is a beer pub in the heart of Ikebukuro where you can relax and enjoy craft beer in a basement setting. Since the lineup changes daily, it is easier to choose well if you check the latest information before visiting, whether you are after the regulars or a new tap.
This Osprey arrival is exactly the kind of guest-beer announcement that makes it worth drinking now. If you want both hop depth and fruitiness in Ikebukuro, this is one to keep on your list.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBig tapping news from Ikebukuro: vivo!’s guest keg is strong again.
MugiWhoa, another new one!? Ikebukuro Sunshine Street is easy to get to, so now I’m curious!
Hop BroThis one is Inkhorn Brewing’s Osprey, and the style is Triple IPA.
MugiWhat!? Triple IPA sounds like it’s three times harder than a regular IPA!
Hop BroBasically, it’s a full-bodied IPA that pushes hop presence and drinking heft way up.
MugiNice! The notes say citrus like Shiranui, and just that already makes me want to drink it!
Hop BroIt starts with a bright British pale malt base, then layers resin, citrus, berry, and melon into a multi-layered aroma.
MugiWhen I hear resin, I imagine wood glue! That’s okay in a drink?
Hop BroNo worries there. It means a pine-like freshness, not stickiness. It’s hop-derived aroma.
MugiI seeee, so it has a malt backbone and fruity character too. The value for drinking right now is seriously high!
Hop BroAnd vivo! is a relaxed basement spot for drinking, plus the taps change daily, so timing the tap is everything.
MugiIt’s decided! Today in Ikebukuro it’s Osprey or nothing. Let’s go toast with Hop-san!
