Northern Brew releases ABIRA OATS HAZY IPA in cans; online sales begin
Northern Brew, based in Abira, Hokkaido, announced on Instagram the can release of its new product, "ABIRA OATS HAZY IPA." The post was published at 0:40 on February 26, 2026. Online sales began the same day, and the beer is scheduled to roll out gradually at physical stores across Hokkaido starting in late March.
Hop BroBig news just dropped: Northern Brew in Abira, Hokkaido released "ABIRA OATS HAZY IPA" in cans on February 26, 2026. The Instagram post went up at 0:40 that same day, and online sales started immediately!
MugiWait, so the one that was popular at the beer bar is something you can drink at home now!? That's amazing!
Hop BroExactly. The post even says it's the "No. 1" that has been loved at the beer bar. It's a Hazy IPA with a juicy, smooth body, tropical hop aroma, and a pleasantly tight bitterness.
MugiWhat does "hazy" even mean? It's not just my understanding that's foggy here, right!?
Hop BroGood point. "Hazy" means a cloudy style, and oats often give it a softer mouthfeel. Because the hops are emphasized later in the process to bring out aroma, it comes across as fruity rather than overly bitter.
MugiOhhh! So it's basically "an IPA with tropical-fruit-like aroma that goes down easily"? I can suddenly sound smart talking about this to my friends!
Hop BroThe sales rollout is easy to follow too. Online sales start on February 26, and from late March it will be sold in stores at "Michi-no-Eki Abira D51 Station" and the "Product Hall (Hayakita Station)." It will also be served on-site at "Menya Utsukushii Hi."
MugiHazy IPA at a ramen shop!? That's so much information and I'm happily overwhelmed! Ramen and tropical flavors at the same time sounds like a whole new experience!
Hop BroNorthern Brew is a brewery that values local ingredients and regional circulation, so turning a staple beer into a can release is also a way of bringing the area's taste into everyday life.
MugiIt's decided! Tonight I'm checking the online store, and when it arrives we'll have a toast! Big Hop Brother, make some room in the fridge!
On February 26, 2026, Northern Brew announced on Instagram that it had released the canned version of "ABIRA OATS HAZY IPA." The post described it as "the beloved 'No. 1' from the beer bar now appearing in cans," suggesting that a staple beer previously served regularly has now been packaged for retail.
The beer is characterized by a juicy, smooth mouthfeel, tropical hop aroma, and pleasant bitterness. The key point of this release is that a flavor popular at the taproom can now be enjoyed at home.
The sales channels are being expanded in stages, with the post outlining the following schedule:
- Online store: sales start on February 26
- In-store sales: scheduled to begin in late March at "Michi-no-Eki Abira D51 Station" and the "Product Hall (Hayakita Station)"
- Food and beverage service: on-site serving at "Menya Utsukushii Hi"
The brewery also said that additional retail locations will be added gradually in the future, and that more information will be announced as needed on its official Instagram.
Northern Brew is a brewery based in the Hayakita area of Abira, Hokkaido, and promotes craft beer making that makes use of local ingredients. On its official website, it emphasizes a mission centered on using Hokkaido ingredients and fostering circulation within the region. The canned release of "ABIRA OATS HAZY IPA" appears to be an effort to bring a locally made staple beer into everyday purchasing channels, making it a noteworthy release for craft beer fans in Hokkaido.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBig news just dropped: Northern Brew in Abira, Hokkaido released "ABIRA OATS HAZY IPA" in cans on February 26, 2026. The Instagram post went up at 0:40 that same day, and online sales started immediately!
MugiWait, so the one that was popular at the beer bar is something you can drink at home now!? That's amazing!
Hop BroExactly. The post even says it's the "No. 1" that has been loved at the beer bar. It's a Hazy IPA with a juicy, smooth body, tropical hop aroma, and a pleasantly tight bitterness.
MugiWhat does "hazy" even mean? It's not just my understanding that's foggy here, right!?
Hop BroGood point. "Hazy" means a cloudy style, and oats often give it a softer mouthfeel. Because the hops are emphasized later in the process to bring out aroma, it comes across as fruity rather than overly bitter.
MugiOhhh! So it's basically "an IPA with tropical-fruit-like aroma that goes down easily"? I can suddenly sound smart talking about this to my friends!
Hop BroThe sales rollout is easy to follow too. Online sales start on February 26, and from late March it will be sold in stores at "Michi-no-Eki Abira D51 Station" and the "Product Hall (Hayakita Station)." It will also be served on-site at "Menya Utsukushii Hi."
MugiHazy IPA at a ramen shop!? That's so much information and I'm happily overwhelmed! Ramen and tropical flavors at the same time sounds like a whole new experience!
Hop BroNorthern Brew is a brewery that values local ingredients and regional circulation, so turning a staple beer into a can release is also a way of bringing the area's taste into everyday life.
MugiIt's decided! Tonight I'm checking the online store, and when it arrives we'll have a toast! Big Hop Brother, make some room in the fridge!
