HOURS BEER’s seasonal “2:30pm” arrives at Susukino Yell STAND
Susukino Yell STAND in Sapporo has added HOURS BEER’s seasonal fruit ale “2:30pm.” Made with Chitose-grown haskap, blueberry, and cassis, it is a bright, tart beer suited to an afternoon break.
Hop BroToday’s pick is HOURS BEER’s 2:30pm. It just landed at Susukino Ale STAND, and it’s a seasonal fruit ale made for that mid-afternoon pause.
MugiWait, it’s literally called 2:30pm? That is absurdly stylish for a beer. I already want to judge it by the clock alone!
Hop BroIt’s built on a three-berry lineup: Chitose-grown haskap, plus blueberry and cassis. Sweet-tart, fruity, and still nice and light.
MugiOoh! But with a fruit ale like that, are we talking juice-level sweet? Because beer usually makes me think bitter first.
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. The berries give it a defined acidity , so it doesn’t just taste sweet, it actually feels brisk and refreshing.
MugiWhat is that even supposed to mean, defined acidity? Why did this suddenly turn into a chemistry class?
Hop BroIn normal-person terms, it has a bright tart snap up front. Not heavy, and the berry aroma resets your palate in a really clean way.
MugiOkay, that sounds great. And at 960 yen a glass, it feels like an easy little reward after work or shopping.
Hop BroAlso, Susukino Ale STAND is in the basement of COCONO SUSUKINO, and they focus on Hokkaido craft beer, so getting limited, ingredient-driven pours like this downtown is a real plus.
MugiEven the name screams afternoon breather. I can totally see this as a pre-dinner warm-up beer, and now I’m picturing the first sip.
Hop BroExactly. That sweet-tart reset is the whole appeal. At this point, both of us clearly want a glass.
Susukino Yell STAND is a beer pub on the basement floor of COCONO SUSUKINO in central Sapporo. The venue, which focuses on Hokkaido craft beer, has welcomed a new seasonal release from HOURS BEER: “2:30pm.”
The beer is a fruit ale brewed with Chitose-grown haskap, blueberry, and cassis. The combination of three berries gives it a clear sweet-tart profile and a fresh, seasonal feel. The product description positions it as a beer for that slightly tired hour in the afternoon.
Priced at 960 yen including tax, it looks like an easy pick when you want something bright rather than heavy. It should work well as an aperitif, a palate reset between errands, or a small pause during work. For fans of fruit-forward beers, the flavor profile is easy to picture.
Part of the appeal of a place like Susukino Yell STAND is being able to enjoy limited Hokkaido beers in the middle of the city. HOURS BEER’s “2:30pm” is built around an afternoon theme, but it still has enough character to stand out in a beer-pub setting. If you are looking for a berry-driven fruit ale, this is one to keep in mind.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s pick is HOURS BEER’s 2:30pm. It just landed at Susukino Ale STAND, and it’s a seasonal fruit ale made for that mid-afternoon pause.
MugiWait, it’s literally called 2:30pm? That is absurdly stylish for a beer. I already want to judge it by the clock alone!
Hop BroIt’s built on a three-berry lineup: Chitose-grown haskap, plus blueberry and cassis. Sweet-tart, fruity, and still nice and light.
MugiOoh! But with a fruit ale like that, are we talking juice-level sweet? Because beer usually makes me think bitter first.
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. The berries give it a defined acidity , so it doesn’t just taste sweet, it actually feels brisk and refreshing.
MugiWhat is that even supposed to mean, defined acidity? Why did this suddenly turn into a chemistry class?
Hop BroIn normal-person terms, it has a bright tart snap up front. Not heavy, and the berry aroma resets your palate in a really clean way.
MugiOkay, that sounds great. And at 960 yen a glass, it feels like an easy little reward after work or shopping.
Hop BroAlso, Susukino Ale STAND is in the basement of COCONO SUSUKINO, and they focus on Hokkaido craft beer, so getting limited, ingredient-driven pours like this downtown is a real plus.
MugiEven the name screams afternoon breather. I can totally see this as a pre-dinner warm-up beer, and now I’m picturing the first sip.
Hop BroExactly. That sweet-tart reset is the whole appeal. At this point, both of us clearly want a glass.