WCB New Arrivals at Sekimachi Cellar, Featuring Three Beers Including a Hazy Double IPA
Sekimachi Cellar, a beer pub and liquor shop in Sekimachi Higashi, Nerima Ward, Tokyo, has received three new arrivals from WEST COAST BREWING in Mochimune, Shizuoka. The lineup features a Hazy Double IPA, a Hazy Pale Ale, and a West Coast IPA, all of which can also be enjoyed at the first-floor counter.
Hop BroToday’s story is about WCB new arrivals at Sekimachi Cellar in Sekimachi Higashi, Nerima Ward, Tokyo. Three beers from WEST COAST BREWING are lined up: a Hazy Double IPA, a Hazy Pale Ale, and a West Coast IPA.
MugiWhoa! So it’s all three WCB? And even though it’s a liquor shop, you can drink there at the first-floor counter? That sounds amazing!
Hop BroThe headline item is Full Hop Alchemist v29. It’s a Hazy Double IPA at ABV 8.5%, with Citra, Rakau, and Wakatu bringing out a huge tropical character like mango and papaya.
MugiHmm, but what exactly makes a Hazy Double IPA “hazy”? Is it supposed to look kind of cloudy?
Hop BroSimply put, it’s all about cloudiness and juiciness. Rather than pushing bitterness to the front, it finishes with fruitiness like peach, grape, and grapefruit, so it has body but still feels soft.
MugiI see! Then I’m really curious about the next one, Time Slip. A hop called Vera being used for the first time makes it feel extra rare!
Hop BroExactly, it’s a Hazy Pale Ale starring Vera, a new hop variety. Together with Idaho 7 and Motueka, it brings out orange, grapefruit, and pineapple aromas in a light, easygoing way, making it very springlike and easy to drink.
MugiWait, a Hazy Pale Ale that feels springlike? Now I want to take it to hanami. And if it’s easy to keep drinking, even better!
Hop BroTo finish, there’s the flagship Starwatcher. This West Coast IPA uses Citra, Simcoe, and Mosaic to expand from citrus and tropical notes into berry and melon, then closes with a clean bitterness.
MugiWow, when you say pleasant bitterness, I’m interested! One at the standing counter and one on the second-floor terrace both sound tempting.
Hop BroSince quantities are limited, checking the beers you want early is the right move. Today’s article makes you want to head to Sekimachi Cellar and toast with Full Hop Alchemist, Time Slip, and Starwatcher.
MugiAlright, I’m going too! I can’t wait to compare all three WCB beers!
At Sekimachi Cellar in Sekimachi Higashi, Nerima Ward, Tokyo, new arrivals from WEST COAST BREWING are now being featured. This time, three styles are on the shelves, including a lineup with a limited-edition feel. While the shop offers a strong liquor-store selection, its defining feature is that you can also enjoy a drink on the spot at the first-floor standing counter or the second-floor terrace.
Beers in stock
- Full Hop Alchemist v29 - Throwback Series / Hazy Double IPA / ABV 8.5%
- Time Slip / Hazy Pale Ale / ABV 5.5%
- Starwatcher / West Coast IPA / ABV 7.0%
Full Hop Alchemist v29 - Throwback Series is a Hazy Double IPA brewed with Citra, Rakau, and Wakatu. This return release updates the well-received v29 from a previous batch, layering tropical aromas reminiscent of mango, papaya, and pineapple with juicy notes of peach, grape, and grapefruit. It delivers a substantial drinking experience while finishing with a soft sweetness.
Time Slip is a Hazy Pale Ale built around Vera, a newly released hop used for the first time by WCB. Combined with Idaho 7, Idaho 7 CGX, and Motueka, it offers aromas of orange, grapefruit, and pineapple, along with a light finish. Designed to feel fresh and springlike, it is easy to keep drinking.
Starwatcher is WCB's flagship West Coast IPA finished with Citra, Simcoe, and Mosaic. Citrus notes of orange and grapefruit form the core, while tropical aromas, hints of berry and melon, and a woody impression layer in, ending with a pleasant bitterness.
Sekimachi Cellar is a shop where you can enjoy live craft beer at the standing counter on the first floor, as well as on the second-floor terrace. Its craft-beer fridge is constantly changing, and this WCB arrival is a perfect example of that appeal. Quantities are limited, so any bottle you're interested in is worth checking out early.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s story is about WCB new arrivals at Sekimachi Cellar in Sekimachi Higashi, Nerima Ward, Tokyo. Three beers from WEST COAST BREWING are lined up: a Hazy Double IPA, a Hazy Pale Ale, and a West Coast IPA.
MugiWhoa! So it’s all three WCB? And even though it’s a liquor shop, you can drink there at the first-floor counter? That sounds amazing!
Hop BroThe headline item is Full Hop Alchemist v29. It’s a Hazy Double IPA at ABV 8.5%, with Citra, Rakau, and Wakatu bringing out a huge tropical character like mango and papaya.
MugiHmm, but what exactly makes a Hazy Double IPA “hazy”? Is it supposed to look kind of cloudy?
Hop BroSimply put, it’s all about cloudiness and juiciness. Rather than pushing bitterness to the front, it finishes with fruitiness like peach, grape, and grapefruit, so it has body but still feels soft.
MugiI see! Then I’m really curious about the next one, Time Slip. A hop called Vera being used for the first time makes it feel extra rare!
Hop BroExactly, it’s a Hazy Pale Ale starring Vera, a new hop variety. Together with Idaho 7 and Motueka, it brings out orange, grapefruit, and pineapple aromas in a light, easygoing way, making it very springlike and easy to drink.
MugiWait, a Hazy Pale Ale that feels springlike? Now I want to take it to hanami. And if it’s easy to keep drinking, even better!
Hop BroTo finish, there’s the flagship Starwatcher. This West Coast IPA uses Citra, Simcoe, and Mosaic to expand from citrus and tropical notes into berry and melon, then closes with a clean bitterness.
MugiWow, when you say pleasant bitterness, I’m interested! One at the standing counter and one on the second-floor terrace both sound tempting.
Hop BroSince quantities are limited, checking the beers you want early is the right move. Today’s article makes you want to head to Sekimachi Cellar and toast with Full Hop Alchemist, Time Slip, and Starwatcher.
MugiAlright, I’m going too! I can’t wait to compare all three WCB beers!
