The Grafton in Gotanda taps Hansharo Beer's "Osake Man IPA," refreshing 14 draft lines
The Grafton Beer Pub & Restaurant in Tokyo's Gotanda updated its tap list on April 6. On the guest draft side, Hansharo Beer's "Osake Man IPA" was tapped, and the lineup featured 14 beers and ciders, ranging from staples like Guinness and Hoegaarden to domestic craft selections.
Hop BroIn Gotanda, The Grafton has refreshed 14 taps, and this time Hansharo Beer's "Osake Man IPA" is the star. The calm underground beer-pub atmosphere, with both staples and guests lined up together, really feels good.
MugiWhoa! Just the name Osake Man IPA already sounds strong! And 14 kinds? I'd be lost the moment I looked at the menu!
Hop BroExactly. The style is a hop-forward IPA, with a core of aroma and bitterness that stands out. It's a very Hansharo Beer kind of pint: not flashy, but memorable.
MugiHop-forward? What does that even mean! Isn't it just bitter? Sometimes beer feels grassy to me!
Hop BroThat's what makes it interesting. Hop aroma can bring out citrus, pine, and even floral notes. IPA's appeal is not just bitterness, but the way it drinks through aroma.
MugiOhh! So having staples like Guinness and Hoegaarden is reassuring too. It's kind of fun that it's not only domestic craft beer, but cider is on the list as well!
Hop BroExactly. With 14 draft beers and ciders, the comparison points are really clear. The range is wide, from Sankt Gallen and Coedo to Teenage Brewing, and it doesn't go too extreme, which is nice.
MugiWhat is this, a player roster? But the food is great too, right? Steak & kidney pie and oysters? For a beer pub, isn't that taking things seriously?
Hop BroThat's one of Grafton's strengths. It has everything from British pub snacks to hearty plates. IPA with steak, real ale with kidney pie - just imagining it makes me happy.
MugiAnd there's even mention of the projector. I like that because it gives the place a real everyday pub feel! Drinking while watching sports would definitely be hype!
Hop BroYeah, if you're looking for your first drink in Gotanda, this is definitely a day to remember. Today, I'd want to toast with Osake Man IPA, then take it easy with a Guinness or a real ale afterward.
MugiAgreed! I already want to taste my way through Gotanda! First Osake Man IPA, then I'd love to agonize dramatically over what to order next!
The Grafton Beer Pub & Restaurant, located in Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, is a basement beer pub with a calm atmosphere, equipped with both table seating and counter seating. Including the TVs inside, it is a place that naturally captures the everyday life of a pub, from casual visits to sports viewing.
In its April 6 post, the bar introduced a 14-item lineup as Today's Craft Beer & Cider on Taps. On the guest draft side, Hansharo Beer Osake Man IPA was tapped, making the lineup centered around a hop-forward pour.
The tap breakdown included staples such as Guinness, Heineken, Hoegaarden, and Magners Cider, along with domestic craft selections such as Sankt Gallen YOKOHAMA XPA Real Ale, Ikari Brewing Irish Red, Ikari Brewing Scottish Brown Real Ale, Coedo Brewery Marihana, Teenage Brewing SHOHEI Zen IPA, and Human's Beer SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER. In addition, more distinctive options such as Sure Shot Shh. . It's Just Magic, Sheppy's 200CIDER, and Amberd Pale Be Back were also on the list, making it a day with clearly defined comparison points for beer lovers.
On the food side, the lineup included steak & kidney pie, fresh oysters (Ofunato, Iwate), falafel, skipjack tuna tataki salad, thinned melon achar, rigatoni with gorgonzola sauce, and pork offal stew curry, offering a broad range from classic British pub snacks to lighter vegetable dishes and more filling plates. These should pair well with IPA, real ale, and darker pours alike.
The post also mentioned a broken projector and plans to replace it. While keeping the video setup in good shape, the bar continues to deliver its tap updates day by day, which is very much in keeping with this place. If you're looking for your first drink in Gotanda, this day's mix of staples and guests is one to remember.
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Hop BroIn Gotanda, The Grafton has refreshed 14 taps, and this time Hansharo Beer's "Osake Man IPA" is the star. The calm underground beer-pub atmosphere, with both staples and guests lined up together, really feels good.
MugiWhoa! Just the name Osake Man IPA already sounds strong! And 14 kinds? I'd be lost the moment I looked at the menu!
Hop BroExactly. The style is a hop-forward IPA, with a core of aroma and bitterness that stands out. It's a very Hansharo Beer kind of pint: not flashy, but memorable.
MugiHop-forward? What does that even mean! Isn't it just bitter? Sometimes beer feels grassy to me!
Hop BroThat's what makes it interesting. Hop aroma can bring out citrus, pine, and even floral notes. IPA's appeal is not just bitterness, but the way it drinks through aroma.
MugiOhh! So having staples like Guinness and Hoegaarden is reassuring too. It's kind of fun that it's not only domestic craft beer, but cider is on the list as well!
Hop BroExactly. With 14 draft beers and ciders, the comparison points are really clear. The range is wide, from Sankt Gallen and Coedo to Teenage Brewing, and it doesn't go too extreme, which is nice.
MugiWhat is this, a player roster? But the food is great too, right? Steak & kidney pie and oysters? For a beer pub, isn't that taking things seriously?
Hop BroThat's one of Grafton's strengths. It has everything from British pub snacks to hearty plates. IPA with steak, real ale with kidney pie - just imagining it makes me happy.
MugiAnd there's even mention of the projector. I like that because it gives the place a real everyday pub feel! Drinking while watching sports would definitely be hype!
Hop BroYeah, if you're looking for your first drink in Gotanda, this is definitely a day to remember. Today, I'd want to toast with Osake Man IPA, then take it easy with a Guinness or a real ale afterward.
MugiAgreed! I already want to taste my way through Gotanda! First Osake Man IPA, then I'd love to agonize dramatically over what to order next!
