Limited-Time Release: Takamura Coffee Roasters x NAMI NO OTO BREWING Launch "Coffee IPA" Using Award-Winning Rare Coffee Beans
Takamura Coffee Roasters and NAMI NO OTO BREWING collaborated to launch a limited-time "Coffee IPA". It uses award-winning Brazilian specialty coffee beans (TASTE OF HARVEST Brazil 17th place) lightly roasted, with Awaji Island's "Onogoro Shizuku Shio" salt as a hidden ingredient. Takamura staff participated in the brewing process at NAMI NO OTO BREWING's facility, where approximately 150kg of spent grain is repurposed as chicken feed at an Awaji Island poultry farm. NAMI NO OTO BREWING, a craft beer brand based in Awaji Island, releases more than one new product monthly. Takamura Coffee Roasters is a wine and coffee specialty store with locations in Osaka and Awaji Island.
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A new "drinking experience" combining coffee and beer has been created. This unique "Coffee IPA" is a collaboration between Takamura Coffee Roasters, which selects award-winning specialty coffee beans, and NAMI NO OTO BREWING, which cultivates craft beer technology on Awaji Island. It features a harmonious blend of coffee bean characteristics and the aroma of hops unique to craft beer, available only on Awaji Island.
The coffee beans used are award-winning Brazilian high-quality beans, recognized as "TASTE OF HARVEST Brazil 17th place". These beans are lightly roasted and generously used in the beer brewing. An overwhelming coffee aroma spreads from the first sip, characterized by a moderate bitterness from the coffee beans and a refreshing nuance reminiscent of iced coffee. Furthermore, the fruity and grassy freshness from the hops intertwines, leaving a faint caramel-like roasted aroma in the aftertaste.
A pinch of Awaji Island's "Onogoro Shizuku Shio" salt is added as a secret ingredient. The salt smooths the overall mouthfeel and enhances the flavor of the ingredients. Although it is beer, it offers a rich aftertaste like drinking good quality coffee, surprising both coffee and beer lovers.
This beer is a true collaboration born from the brewing site. Takamura staff actually visited NAMI NO OTO BREWING's brewery on the brewing day and participated in the manufacturing process. The heavy work of scraping malt from large tanks, weighing about 150kg of spent grain per batch, is noteworthy. This spent grain is not discarded but utilized as chicken feed at a poultry farm on Awaji Island, reflecting a philosophy of maximizing material use that resonates with Takamura's consideration for the background of coffee bean production. The unfermented wort tasted before brewing had a thick texture and a sweet, candy-like impression. Oats were added to adjust the texture for a fruity and sweet flavor, showcasing NAMI NO OTO BREWING's craftsmanship by the husband-and-wife team.
The label design is catchy, based on gray, Takamura Awaji Island store's image color. It features a charming character illustration inspired by coffee beans, created by NAMI NO OTO BREWING's exclusive designer, making it an appealing item to display or give as a gift.
About NAMI NO OTO BREWING: A craft beer brand based on Awaji Island, dedicated to brewing beers with seasonal Awaji Island ingredients, releasing over one new product per month. Their original labels designed by an exclusive designer are also popular, supported by many fans as a local-limited craft beer.
About Takamura Coffee Roasters: A wine and coffee specialty store with branches in Edobori, Osaka, and Awaji Island. They offer a wide selection of carefully selected single-origin beans from around the world, including rare beans that have won the international "Cup of Excellence" award. They expertly roast beans using state-of-the-art roasting machines to bring out the inherent sweetness, aroma, and acidity. They also have an extensive collection of wines, from vintage to branded, catering to wine enthusiasts and sommeliers from famous restaurants alike.
The coffee beans used are award-winning Brazilian high-quality beans, recognized as "TASTE OF HARVEST Brazil 17th place". These beans are lightly roasted and generously used in the beer brewing. An overwhelming coffee aroma spreads from the first sip, characterized by a moderate bitterness from the coffee beans and a refreshing nuance reminiscent of iced coffee. Furthermore, the fruity and grassy freshness from the hops intertwines, leaving a faint caramel-like roasted aroma in the aftertaste.
A pinch of Awaji Island's "Onogoro Shizuku Shio" salt is added as a secret ingredient. The salt smooths the overall mouthfeel and enhances the flavor of the ingredients. Although it is beer, it offers a rich aftertaste like drinking good quality coffee, surprising both coffee and beer lovers.
This beer is a true collaboration born from the brewing site. Takamura staff actually visited NAMI NO OTO BREWING's brewery on the brewing day and participated in the manufacturing process. The heavy work of scraping malt from large tanks, weighing about 150kg of spent grain per batch, is noteworthy. This spent grain is not discarded but utilized as chicken feed at a poultry farm on Awaji Island, reflecting a philosophy of maximizing material use that resonates with Takamura's consideration for the background of coffee bean production. The unfermented wort tasted before brewing had a thick texture and a sweet, candy-like impression. Oats were added to adjust the texture for a fruity and sweet flavor, showcasing NAMI NO OTO BREWING's craftsmanship by the husband-and-wife team.
The label design is catchy, based on gray, Takamura Awaji Island store's image color. It features a charming character illustration inspired by coffee beans, created by NAMI NO OTO BREWING's exclusive designer, making it an appealing item to display or give as a gift.
About NAMI NO OTO BREWING: A craft beer brand based on Awaji Island, dedicated to brewing beers with seasonal Awaji Island ingredients, releasing over one new product per month. Their original labels designed by an exclusive designer are also popular, supported by many fans as a local-limited craft beer.
About Takamura Coffee Roasters: A wine and coffee specialty store with branches in Edobori, Osaka, and Awaji Island. They offer a wide selection of carefully selected single-origin beans from around the world, including rare beans that have won the international "Cup of Excellence" award. They expertly roast beans using state-of-the-art roasting machines to bring out the inherent sweetness, aroma, and acidity. They also have an extensive collection of wines, from vintage to branded, catering to wine enthusiasts and sommeliers from famous restaurants alike.