Susukino Ale STAND introduces TRANS BREWING’s "Kita no Mezame Ale"
The beer pub Susukino e-ru STAND in Susukino, Sapporo introduced TRANS BREWING’s "Kita no Mezame Ale." This ABV 7%, IBU 40 IPA made with Inka no Mezame potatoes is drawing attention as an easy-to-try pint at a standing bar.
Hop BroThe Kita no Mezame Ale introduced by Susukino e-ru STAND is really interesting. It’s a TRANS BREWING IPA, and just the fact that it uses potatoes already makes it a big conversation starter.
MugiWhat! An IPA with potatoes?! What is that? Does beer with potatoes end up like sweet baked sweet-potato juice?
Hop BroThat’s the point - it’s not just a novelty. They ferment the sugars from Inka no Mezame together with the malt, which brings out a solid sweetness and body.
MugiBody? Does beer do strength training? What does solid body even mean? That sounds hard to understand!
Hop BroSimply put, it means the beer has substantial drinking weight. With ABV 7% and IBU 40, it has a strong alcohol presence, but it’s not just bitter and heavy.
MugiI see! So if it also has berry and mango aromas, it should be fruity and easy to drink! Potatoes and tropical fruit together - my brain can’t keep up!
Hop BroExactly. The hop aroma ties everything together. It has the sharp profile of an IPA, but it leans much lighter than the name might suggest, and the balance is solid.
MugiAnd the shop is a standing bar on the B1 floor of COCONO SUSUKINO? That sounds too convenient. A quick drink after shopping sounds amazing!
Hop BroThat’s one of its strengths. Susukino e-ru STAND curates Hokkaido craft beers carefully, and because you can compare white ales, saisons, and Weizens, it’s easy to discover characterful beers like this one.
MugiNow I really want to go drink there! I want to start with a drink in Susukino, try the Kita no Mezame Ale, and order some snacks too!
Hop BroThat’s the plan. Let’s toast at the standing bar today and enjoy both Hokkaido character and the crisp edge of an IPA. This is the kind of beer that makes you want to drink it right away.
Beer Featured in the Post
The beer highlighted by Susukino e-ru STAND is TRANS BREWING’s "Kita no Mezame Ale." It is an ABV 7%, IBU 40 IPA (Imo Pale Ale), and its distinctive feature is the use of the potato variety "Inka no Mezame."
The post introduced it as a beer in which the sweetness is brought out by fermenting the sugars from malt together with the sugars from the potatoes, giving it a firm alcohol presence and body. The hops layer in aromas reminiscent of berries and mango, so despite the impression of its name, it seems to go down more smoothly than you might expect from something heavy.
The Atmosphere of the Shop
Susukino e-ru STAND is a beer pub located in the heart of Susukino, Sapporo, on the B1 floor of COCONO SUSUKINO. It is a standing-bar style spot marked by a large noren curtain, and its layout makes it easy to drop in between errands or before the main event. According to the shop description, it stocks a carefully selected lineup of craft beers, centered on Hokkaido brews including the Susukino-born "Susukino e-ru," and its appeal lies in being able to enjoy side-by-side tastings.
The style range is broad as well, with white ales, saisons/farmhouse ales, IPAs, and Weizens forming the core selection, so you can choose according to your mood that day. In addition to local beers on tap, it also offers snacks designed to pair with craft beer, making it a convenient place whether you are stopping in for just one drink or taking your time comparing flavors.
Key Point
This time’s "Kita no Mezame Ale" stood out as a beer that balances Hokkaido-inspired ingredients with the sharp profile expected of an IPA, making it especially interesting to beer fans. You can enjoy it in-house, and since it is also available for takeout and through the EC site, the shop makes it easy to check out beers that catch your interest on the spot.
For anyone in Susukino looking for distinctive Hokkaido craft beers, Susukino e-ru STAND is definitely a place worth keeping on your list.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe Kita no Mezame Ale introduced by Susukino e-ru STAND is really interesting. It’s a TRANS BREWING IPA, and just the fact that it uses potatoes already makes it a big conversation starter.
MugiWhat! An IPA with potatoes?! What is that? Does beer with potatoes end up like sweet baked sweet-potato juice?
Hop BroThat’s the point - it’s not just a novelty. They ferment the sugars from Inka no Mezame together with the malt, which brings out a solid sweetness and body.
MugiBody? Does beer do strength training? What does solid body even mean? That sounds hard to understand!
Hop BroSimply put, it means the beer has substantial drinking weight. With ABV 7% and IBU 40, it has a strong alcohol presence, but it’s not just bitter and heavy.
MugiI see! So if it also has berry and mango aromas, it should be fruity and easy to drink! Potatoes and tropical fruit together - my brain can’t keep up!
Hop BroExactly. The hop aroma ties everything together. It has the sharp profile of an IPA, but it leans much lighter than the name might suggest, and the balance is solid.
MugiAnd the shop is a standing bar on the B1 floor of COCONO SUSUKINO? That sounds too convenient. A quick drink after shopping sounds amazing!
Hop BroThat’s one of its strengths. Susukino e-ru STAND curates Hokkaido craft beers carefully, and because you can compare white ales, saisons, and Weizens, it’s easy to discover characterful beers like this one.
MugiNow I really want to go drink there! I want to start with a drink in Susukino, try the Kita no Mezame Ale, and order some snacks too!
Hop BroThat’s the plan. Let’s toast at the standing bar today and enjoy both Hokkaido character and the crisp edge of an IPA. This is the kind of beer that makes you want to drink it right away.
