Vi Again Brewing Releases Second Batch of HOLHY IPA
Shizuoka-based Vi Again Brewing announced the second batch of its American IPA, "HOLHY IPA," on February 27. In addition to a dry-hop bill of Galaxy, Citra, Idaho 7, and Mosaic, the label is a collaboration with mural artist Hohly. It is currently on sale in 330 ml bottles and 15.5 L kegs.
Hop BroVi Again Brewing in Shizuoka has released the second batch of its American IPA, "HOLHY IPA"! It was announced on February 27, and it’s already on sale.
MugiWhat! The second batch already!? So it was popular? The name and label both sound intense!
Hop BroThat’s the exciting part. It’s dry-hopped with Galaxy, Citra, Idaho 7, and Mosaic, and the design aims for grapefruit, passion fruit, and even a lemon-lime character.
MugiWhat?! Dry hopping isn’t when you crunch up dry hops and eat them, right!?
Hop BroNo, no, you don’t eat them (laughs). It’s a method where hops are steeped in the beer after fermentation to load it up with aroma rather than bitterness. That’s why it tastes like the hops are the star.
MugiHuhhh! But IPA can feel heavy, right? Is it easy to drink?
Hop BroIt’s 6.0% ABV, but it’s finished with a low final gravity to keep it light and snappy. With CO2 at 2.56 vols, it also has a crisp edge, so it feels sharp.
MugiFinal gravity!? CO2 2.56 vols!? Suddenly it’s science class!
Hop BroIn short, it means it drinks smoothly without lingering sweetness. It’s also recommended at 8–10°C and suited for a "first drink," "after a sauna," or an "art event." The label is a collaboration with mural artist Hohly, and the twin dragons are said to symbolize both the flow of water from Mt. Fuji and the tank, which is a nice touch.
MugiThat’s a lot of info! A 330 ml bottle for a first try, and if I like it, maybe the whole 15.5 L keg... well, that’s impossible, but I love the dream. Hop bro, let’s toast with HOLHY IPA tonight!
What’s in HOLHY IPA 2nd Batch
According to the Instagram post, this HOLHY IPA is designed as a sharp American IPA that bursts with grapefruit and passion fruit. The hops used for dry hopping are Galaxy / Citra / Idaho 7 / Mosaic, arranged to bring out citrus, lemon-lime, and ripe tropical notes. The specs are ABV 6.0% and CO2 2.56 vols. By finishing with a low final gravity, the beer is designed to drink lighter than its ABV might suggest.
The Design Philosophy Behind "The Hop Takes Center Stage"
In the post, malt is described not as something meant to add thickness, but as something that smoothly supports the spread of hop aroma and flavor. A serving temperature of 8–10°C is recommended, along with suggested occasions such as a "first drink," "after a sauna," or an "art event." It comes in 330 ml bottles and 15.5 L kegs, and as of the February 27 post at 17:31, it was listed as on sale.
Label and Brewery Background
The label is a collaboration with mural artist Hohly. The twin-dragon motif is said to carry a double meaning: the flow of water from Mount Fuji and the stainless tank (Black Dragon). Vi Again Brewing is a brewery based in Shizuoka, and its official information emphasizes brewing that makes use of the environment at the foot of Mount Fuji and its brewing water. This HOLHY IPA is positioned as a beer that connects that sense of place with a modern hop expression.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroVi Again Brewing in Shizuoka has released the second batch of its American IPA, "HOLHY IPA"! It was announced on February 27, and it’s already on sale.
MugiWhat! The second batch already!? So it was popular? The name and label both sound intense!
Hop BroThat’s the exciting part. It’s dry-hopped with Galaxy, Citra, Idaho 7, and Mosaic, and the design aims for grapefruit, passion fruit, and even a lemon-lime character.
MugiWhat?! Dry hopping isn’t when you crunch up dry hops and eat them, right!?
Hop BroNo, no, you don’t eat them (laughs). It’s a method where hops are steeped in the beer after fermentation to load it up with aroma rather than bitterness. That’s why it tastes like the hops are the star.
MugiHuhhh! But IPA can feel heavy, right? Is it easy to drink?
Hop BroIt’s 6.0% ABV, but it’s finished with a low final gravity to keep it light and snappy. With CO2 at 2.56 vols, it also has a crisp edge, so it feels sharp.
MugiFinal gravity!? CO2 2.56 vols!? Suddenly it’s science class!
Hop BroIn short, it means it drinks smoothly without lingering sweetness. It’s also recommended at 8–10°C and suited for a "first drink," "after a sauna," or an "art event." The label is a collaboration with mural artist Hohly, and the twin dragons are said to symbolize both the flow of water from Mt. Fuji and the tank, which is a nice touch.
MugiThat’s a lot of info! A 330 ml bottle for a first try, and if I like it, maybe the whole 15.5 L keg... well, that’s impossible, but I love the dream. Hop bro, let’s toast with HOLHY IPA tonight!
