Nori’s Beer Starts Selling Gold-Medal-Winning "Hazy YUZU IPA 2026 Ver4"
Nori’s Beer in Ichikawamisato Town, Yamanashi Prefecture, announced the start of sales for "Hazy YUZU IPA 2026 Ver4," which won a gold medal at Japan Great Beer Award 2026. This yuzu-style IPA has an ABV of 5.0% and an IBU of 29, and brewery sales begin on May 1.
Hop BroNori’s Beer in Yamanashi put out Hazy YUZU IPA 2026 Ver4, and it won a gold medal at Japan Great Beer Award 2026.
MugiWait, a new release that won gold already sounds delicious! And it’s a yuzu IPA, so the aroma is basically a guaranteed win, right?
Hop BroThe style is a yuzu-style Hazy IPA, with an ABV of 5.0% and IBU 29. It’s designed to avoid being too heavy while still keeping a clear IPA character.
MugiWhat even is IBU? I’ve heard it’s a bitterness guide, but does a lower number mean it’s easier to drink?
Hop BroExactly. Roughly speaking, it’s an indicator of bitterness. At 29, it shouldn’t hit too hard, and it balances yuzu aroma with a light, lively hop character.
MugiOhhh! And if the description says yuzu in the aroma and aftertaste, then it’s basically yuzu from start to finish.
Hop BroThat’s right. The key point is how it uses yuzu and citrusy hops together to create a refreshing bitterness.
MugiAnd it goes on sale from May 1, gets added to the EC site, and even has 15L kegs for business customers? They’re really serious!
Hop BroThe event rollout is exciting too. They’re bringing it to SOUL FOOD JAM, Mori no Miyai, and Makuhari Shintoshin BEER FEST, so there’s a chance to run into it in person.
MugiAnd Nori’s Beer uses Yamanashi ingredients, right? Just hearing about local yuzu use makes it sound delicious before I’ve even had a sip...
Hop BroThe taproom is closed from May 1, but once it reopens I want to go drink it right away. This is definitely one you’ll want to toast with for the yuzu aroma.
Nori’s Beer announced the start of sales for a new limited release, "Hazy YUZU IPA 2026 Ver4". According to the post, this beer won a gold medal at Japan Great Beer Award 2026 and has an ABV of 5.0% and IBU of 29. It was crafted as a refreshing yuzu beer by combining yuzu with citrusy hops.
The flavor description is also straightforward. The post says you can taste yuzu in the aroma, mouthfeel, and aftertaste, suggesting that the beer is built around the bright yuzu character and the light bitterness derived from hops. It is designed not only for people who enjoy yuzu-based beers, but also for drinkers who want IPA bitterness without something too heavy.
Sales begin at the brewery on May 1. The product has also been added to the e-commerce site, and a 15L keg for business customers is available as well. In addition, it is scheduled to be brought to SOUL FOOD JAM on May 2, 3, and 4, Mori no Miyai on May 3, and Makuhari Shintoshin BEER FEST on May 5 and 6, so there will be chances to enjoy it at on-site events too. Note that the taproom will be closed from May 1 through May 4, and is scheduled to be open from May 5 through May 10.
Nori’s Beer is a brewery based in Ichikawamisato Town, Yamanashi Prefecture, and continues to make beers that make use of local ingredients and culture. On its official site, it also offers products made with Yamanashi-grown yuzu, grapes, and tea leaves, and this Hazy YUZU IPA is part of that line. The brewery’s origin story begins with a hop field seen on the way to San Francisco and a conversation with a friend. That approach of connecting regional identity with personal experience is reflected in its product lineup.
This release is notable as a new version based on an award-winning recipe, while pushing Nori’s Beer’s distinctive use of yuzu even further to the forefront. If you are looking for an IPA that puts yuzu aroma center stage, this is a new release worth checking out.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroNori’s Beer in Yamanashi put out Hazy YUZU IPA 2026 Ver4, and it won a gold medal at Japan Great Beer Award 2026.
MugiWait, a new release that won gold already sounds delicious! And it’s a yuzu IPA, so the aroma is basically a guaranteed win, right?
Hop BroThe style is a yuzu-style Hazy IPA, with an ABV of 5.0% and IBU 29. It’s designed to avoid being too heavy while still keeping a clear IPA character.
MugiWhat even is IBU? I’ve heard it’s a bitterness guide, but does a lower number mean it’s easier to drink?
Hop BroExactly. Roughly speaking, it’s an indicator of bitterness. At 29, it shouldn’t hit too hard, and it balances yuzu aroma with a light, lively hop character.
MugiOhhh! And if the description says yuzu in the aroma and aftertaste, then it’s basically yuzu from start to finish.
Hop BroThat’s right. The key point is how it uses yuzu and citrusy hops together to create a refreshing bitterness.
MugiAnd it goes on sale from May 1, gets added to the EC site, and even has 15L kegs for business customers? They’re really serious!
Hop BroThe event rollout is exciting too. They’re bringing it to SOUL FOOD JAM, Mori no Miyai, and Makuhari Shintoshin BEER FEST, so there’s a chance to run into it in person.
MugiAnd Nori’s Beer uses Yamanashi ingredients, right? Just hearing about local yuzu use makes it sound delicious before I’ve even had a sip...
Hop BroThe taproom is closed from May 1, but once it reopens I want to go drink it right away. This is definitely one you’ll want to toast with for the yuzu aroma.
