Shitoraba Koenji Store Introduces Four Guest Beers, Including Johana Brewery's "Earl Grey"
On May 20, the Koenji branch of "Craft Beer Sakaba Shitoraba" announced four beers: Johana Brewery's "Earl Grey," Minoh Beer "Stout" and "Kozaru IPA," and Revision Brewing Company's "Revision IPA." The post also announced weekday happy hour and a collaboration event on May 30.
Hop BroThe Koenji branch of Shitoraba posted on May 20 to introduce four guest beers, and the lineup is seriously strong.
MugiWhoa! Introducing four at once sounds like enough to fill me up already! What kinds of beers are they?
Hop BroFirst is Johana Brewery's Earl Grey. It's a tea beer, and the bergamot aroma comes in softly, so your mood lifts from the very first sip.
MugiBergamot? What even is that! When you say tea beer, I start imagining something like sweet milk tea!
Hop BroThe aroma is the star more than the sweetness. It feels like the bright, elegant character of Earl Grey has been layered onto beer, so the refreshing aroma comes forward first.
MugiI see! Then is the next one dark? I already like the sound of Minoh Beer's Stout just from the name!
Hop BroGood eye. It brings out roasted malt notes like coffee and bitter chocolate, but the mouthfeel is smooth and creamy, and it's the kind of stout you won't get tired of drinking.
MugiWhat is that, hearing about a beer that tastes like coffee makes it feel instantly too grown-up! But if it's easy to drink, maybe that's reassuring!
Hop BroNext is Minoh Beer's Kozaru IPA. It's a session IPA made with 30% wheat malt, and even though it's light-bodied, it still has that American hop aroma and crisp finish, which feels great.
MugiWait, light but aromatic? That's the best! Sounds like one more glass would be easy!
Hop BroThe last one is Revision Brewing Company's Revision IPA. It's their flagship beer, gold medalist at the 2018 World Beer Cup, with the citrus and pine character of Simcoe hops coming to the front in a classic, powerful way.
MugiEven the classic style is unfair! And with weekday happy hour taking 200 yen off pints, there really is no reason not to make a detour in Koenji!
Hop BroOn top of that, there's a collaboration event on May 30, and the place also has craft beer, craft lemon sour, and even Shitoraba chicken, so the whole setup before and after drinking is perfect.
MugiOkay, decided! Let's have a fragrance comparison tasting and snack on some chicken while we're at it, then let's toast in Koenji too!
Four Draft Beers Introduced at the Koenji Location
The beer pub "Craft Beer Sakaba Shitoraba" in Koenji-Kita introduced four brands on Instagram as the "beers connected since yesterday." The bar positions itself as a place that stays in tune with the liveliness of the neighborhood, with craft beer, craft lemon sour, and Shitoraba chicken as its three signature offerings. It is also easy to use for anything from drinking alone to a gathering with friends.
Beers Introduced That Day
- Johana Brewery Earl Grey
A tea beer with an impressive, bright bergamot aroma. A glass that opens with a refreshing aroma.
- Minoh Beer Stout
Characterized by roasted malt flavors reminiscent of coffee and bitter chocolate. A stout designed for a smooth, creamy mouthfeel and one that is easy to keep drinking.
- Minoh Beer Kozaru IPA
A light-bodied session IPA made with 30% wheat malt. The introduction noted its good balance of crisp finish and American hop aroma.
- Revision Brewing Company Revision IPA
The flagship IPA that won gold at the 2018 World Beer Cup. It highlights Simcoe hop aroma, with citrus and pine-like notes to enjoy.
How to Enjoy the Bar
The post also announced weekday happy hour from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., during which craft beer pints are 200 yen off and all lemon sour varieties are served for 390 yen. Staying true to Shitoraba's style, it is a place that works well not only around beer, but also for meals or a first-round gathering before heading elsewhere. In addition, a collaboration beer unveiling event, "Beer Girls x Hansharo Beer," is scheduled for May 30, giving customers another reason to follow the rotating guest taps. For a day in Koenji when you want to compare a wide range of beers, from fragrant tea beer to roasted stout, session IPA, and classic IPA, this is a place to remember.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe Koenji branch of Shitoraba posted on May 20 to introduce four guest beers, and the lineup is seriously strong.
MugiWhoa! Introducing four at once sounds like enough to fill me up already! What kinds of beers are they?
Hop BroFirst is Johana Brewery's Earl Grey. It's a tea beer, and the bergamot aroma comes in softly, so your mood lifts from the very first sip.
MugiBergamot? What even is that! When you say tea beer, I start imagining something like sweet milk tea!
Hop BroThe aroma is the star more than the sweetness. It feels like the bright, elegant character of Earl Grey has been layered onto beer, so the refreshing aroma comes forward first.
MugiI see! Then is the next one dark? I already like the sound of Minoh Beer's Stout just from the name!
Hop BroGood eye. It brings out roasted malt notes like coffee and bitter chocolate, but the mouthfeel is smooth and creamy, and it's the kind of stout you won't get tired of drinking.
MugiWhat is that, hearing about a beer that tastes like coffee makes it feel instantly too grown-up! But if it's easy to drink, maybe that's reassuring!
Hop BroNext is Minoh Beer's Kozaru IPA. It's a session IPA made with 30% wheat malt, and even though it's light-bodied, it still has that American hop aroma and crisp finish, which feels great.
MugiWait, light but aromatic? That's the best! Sounds like one more glass would be easy!
Hop BroThe last one is Revision Brewing Company's Revision IPA. It's their flagship beer, gold medalist at the 2018 World Beer Cup, with the citrus and pine character of Simcoe hops coming to the front in a classic, powerful way.
MugiEven the classic style is unfair! And with weekday happy hour taking 200 yen off pints, there really is no reason not to make a detour in Koenji!
Hop BroOn top of that, there's a collaboration event on May 30, and the place also has craft beer, craft lemon sour, and even Shitoraba chicken, so the whole setup before and after drinking is perfect.
MugiOkay, decided! Let's have a fragrance comparison tasting and snack on some chicken while we're at it, then let's toast in Koenji too!
