Sakamichi Brewing Introduces Two Rabbits' Six New Cans, Reveals the Lineup
Sakamichi Brewing in Tachikawa, Tokyo introduced six new canned beers from Two Rabbits Brewing on Instagram. The lineup spans a wide range, from a kinkan wit to a gose that evokes sakura mochi, and even barrel-aged ales.
Hop BroTachikawa, Tokyo's Sakamichi Brewing is showcasing them, and the six new Two Rabbits cans have a pretty wide range, which is interesting.
MugiWait, six new cans all at once? And they all sound like they have different personalities, so it's the kind of lineup that makes you hesitate before choosing!
Hop BroFirst up for the lighter side is Kinkan Wit. It's a wheat beer made with domestic kinkan and coriander, with fruity character layered onto the soft feel of a Belgian wit.
MugiWhat's a Belgian wit even mean? I get the softness, but kinkan and coriander sound like a dish, so the beer part is not keeping up!
Hop BroBasically, it's a style where the mellow wheat body is the foundation, and spices and citrus aromas float up gently. It's light on the palate, but the finish is solid, which is the nice part.
MugiOkay, then next is Kiwi IPA. 100% Kiwi hops sounds like a giant hop festival, and I'm excited!
Hop BroExactly. It's an IPA made with 100% Kiwi hops, and juicy notes like grapes and tropical fruit come right to the front. The New Zealand hop character comes through beautifully.
MugiGrapes and tropical fruit? That's a total traffic jam of juice! IPA isn't just bitter after all. My image has been updated!
Hop BroFor seasonal character, Gose with Sakura-Mochi is strong. It uses salted cherry blossom leaves to give it a sakura-mochi-like aroma, and it's rounded out with gentle acidity and restrained saltiness.
MugiA beer that tastes like sakura-mochi is basically spring wagashi itself. And with saltiness too, it must really hit for people who love sweet-salty flavors!
Hop BroAnd the beers that bring the heft are Vintage Ale Sherry and Vintage Ale Bourbon. Both are 9.0% and aged for a year; the former has dried fig and raisin notes, while the latter has a warm vanilla and caramel character.
MugiWhoa, the barrel-aged abyss runs deep...! Today I want to start refreshingly with kinkan, then finish thoughtfully with sherry or bourbon!
Hop BroI know, a can lineup you can choose by mood is great. It has everything from a lively one to an aged one, so I feel like grabbing two tonight.
MugiAgreed! This is the kind of night where you go all the way to a second beer. After seeing Sakamichi Brewing's introduction, I already want to line up the Two Rabbits cans like I'm about to drink them!
Sakamichi Brewing in Tachikawa, Tokyo introduced six new canned beers from Two Rabbits Brewing on Instagram. On its official website, the brewery describes itself as "Tachikawa's own craft brewery!" and is known for making beers ranging from classic to modern styles. This post also makes clear that the lineup covers everything from light, easy-drinking beers to more mature, barrel-aged ones.
The six cans shown were `Kinkan Wit`, `Kiwi IPA`, `Gose with Sakura-Mochi`, `Hopzilla : Peacharine`, `Vintage Ale Sherry`, and `Vintage Ale Bourbon`. ABV ranges from 4.5% to 9.0%, bringing together one beer that's easy to drink casually and another that rewards slow sipping.
- `Kinkan Wit` / Wheat Beer / 4.5%
A wheat beer combining domestically grown kinkan and coriander. Its fruity, refreshing drinkability is layered over the soft character typical of a Belgian wit.
- `Kiwi IPA` / IPA / 6.0%
An IPA brewed with 100% Kiwi hops. Juicy aromas reminiscent of grapes and tropical fruit spread through the beer, putting New Zealand hop character front and center.
- `Gose with Sakura-Mochi` / Gose / 4.5%
A seasonal beer using salted cherry blossom leaves, bringing together a gentle sakura-mochi-like aroma with mild acidity and restrained saltiness.
- `Hopzilla : Peacharine` / Single Hop XPA / 5.0%
The star is a stone-fruit aroma reminiscent of ripe peaches and nectarines. It has plenty of body, but the finish stays light, with the hop character coming through clearly.
- `Vintage Ale Sherry` / Barrel-Aged Ale / 9.0%
A vintage ale aged for one year in sherry barrels. Aromas reminiscent of dark fruit, dried figs, and raisins are layered with gentle oak complexity.
- `Vintage Ale Bourbon` / Barrel-Aged Ale / 9.0%
A beer aged for one year in bourbon barrels. Barrel-derived vanilla and oak aromas meld with caramel-like sweetness, leaving a warm finish.
Two Rabbits' current can lineup makes it easy to choose according to your mood, from fruit-forward refreshing beers to heavier beers that let you slowly enjoy barrel aromas. A style like Sakamichi Brewing's, which carefully introduces beers with distinct personalities, also adds to the fun of choosing at the shop or in front of the glass.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroTachikawa, Tokyo's Sakamichi Brewing is showcasing them, and the six new Two Rabbits cans have a pretty wide range, which is interesting.
MugiWait, six new cans all at once? And they all sound like they have different personalities, so it's the kind of lineup that makes you hesitate before choosing!
Hop BroFirst up for the lighter side is Kinkan Wit. It's a wheat beer made with domestic kinkan and coriander, with fruity character layered onto the soft feel of a Belgian wit.
MugiWhat's a Belgian wit even mean? I get the softness, but kinkan and coriander sound like a dish, so the beer part is not keeping up!
Hop BroBasically, it's a style where the mellow wheat body is the foundation, and spices and citrus aromas float up gently. It's light on the palate, but the finish is solid, which is the nice part.
MugiOkay, then next is Kiwi IPA. 100% Kiwi hops sounds like a giant hop festival, and I'm excited!
Hop BroExactly. It's an IPA made with 100% Kiwi hops, and juicy notes like grapes and tropical fruit come right to the front. The New Zealand hop character comes through beautifully.
MugiGrapes and tropical fruit? That's a total traffic jam of juice! IPA isn't just bitter after all. My image has been updated!
Hop BroFor seasonal character, Gose with Sakura-Mochi is strong. It uses salted cherry blossom leaves to give it a sakura-mochi-like aroma, and it's rounded out with gentle acidity and restrained saltiness.
MugiA beer that tastes like sakura-mochi is basically spring wagashi itself. And with saltiness too, it must really hit for people who love sweet-salty flavors!
Hop BroAnd the beers that bring the heft are Vintage Ale Sherry and Vintage Ale Bourbon. Both are 9.0% and aged for a year; the former has dried fig and raisin notes, while the latter has a warm vanilla and caramel character.
MugiWhoa, the barrel-aged abyss runs deep...! Today I want to start refreshingly with kinkan, then finish thoughtfully with sherry or bourbon!
Hop BroI know, a can lineup you can choose by mood is great. It has everything from a lively one to an aged one, so I feel like grabbing two tonight.
MugiAgreed! This is the kind of night where you go all the way to a second beer. After seeing Sakamichi Brewing's introduction, I already want to line up the Two Rabbits cans like I'm about to drink them!
