Introducing Kaigan Brewery's "Neo Sakuya" at Coaster Aobadai
Coaster Aobadai in Aobadai, Tokyo introduced Kaigan Brewery's seasonal lager as a “walking beer” suited to a cherry blossom stroll along the Meguro River. It can be taken home in cans or enjoyed on tap inside the shop.
Hop BroToday I’m talking about a spring-like guest beer I found at Coaster Aobadai in Tokyo’s Aobadai. It’s interesting how they’re introducing Kaigan Brewery’s "Neo Sakuya" as a walking beer for a cherry blossom stroll along the Meguro River.
MugiWhoa! What is a walking beer? A beer made specifically for drinking while walking? There’s really a perfect phrase for that!
Hop BroExactly. It means a drink that’s easy to carry during a stroll. And because "Neo Sakuya" is a Hibiscus Yuzu Lager, it’s designed for spring, with the lightness of a lager plus the floral brightness of hibiscus and the aroma of yuzu.
MugiA lager with hibiscus? And yuzu too? Wait, won’t those flavors clash? I’m having a hard time imagining something that’s both floral and citrusy.
Hop BroThey don’t clash. Lager has a clean fermentation aroma, so when you add hibiscus's floral character and yuzu's tart citrus impression, the light drinking feel stays intact while the sense of season expands all the more.
MugiI see! And if you can take it out in a can, you can just carry it around while looking at the cherry blossoms. I can already see myself stopping for a detour in the middle of hanami!
Hop BroExactly. And since it’s also served on tap inside the shop, you can enjoy one outside first, then go back in and drink more calmly later. That kind of flow fits springtime wandering through the city really well.
MugiSo Coaster Aobadai isn’t just a beer bar, huh? I’m also curious about the fact that they put Focaccia and Craft Beer front and center. I really like how it feels like they’re thinking about food that goes with the beer too!
Hop BroRight. Its location in Aobadai is also close to the Meguro River area, so it’s perfect for a spring walking route. That’s why this kind of introduction feels so natural as a side stop for a cherry blossom stroll.
MugiHonestly, cherry blossoms, walking, drinking, eating... it all sounds too good. I’m completely in spring-drink mode today.
Hop BroThen the choice is made. Let’s take our time and enjoy a spring drink with "Neo Sakuya" in hand while looking at the cherry blossoms along the Meguro River.
MugiYeah, now I really want to drink it! I absolutely want to toast at the Meguro River!
In Coaster Aobadai's March 21 post, Kaigan Brewery's Hibiscus Yuzu Lager "Neo Sakuya" was introduced as a drink that fits scenes of walking while viewing the cherry blossoms along the Meguro River. The lager combines the vivid floral character of hibiscus with the citrus notes of yuzu, and the idea of it as a “walking beer” that is easy to carry during a stroll is especially appealing.
The post also shows that the beer can be taken out in cans for a walk around town, and that it is also served on tap inside the shop. That makes it easy to enjoy one outside while looking at the cherry blossoms, then come back inside and relax with another drink.
Coaster Aobadai is a brewery in Aobadai, Meguro Ward, Tokyo. Its official site carries the phrase “Focaccia and Craft Beer in Meguro,” highlighting its combination of craft beer and food. Its location is also close to the Meguro River area, making it a good match for spring cherry blossom season. Guest beers with a seasonal feel like this one give people a reason to stop in during a walk.
Walking with a light lager in hand at the height of cherry blossom season. Coaster Aobadai's post serves as a guide that turns that kind of spring outing into something tangible.
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Hop BroToday I’m talking about a spring-like guest beer I found at Coaster Aobadai in Tokyo’s Aobadai. It’s interesting how they’re introducing Kaigan Brewery’s "Neo Sakuya" as a walking beer for a cherry blossom stroll along the Meguro River.
MugiWhoa! What is a walking beer? A beer made specifically for drinking while walking? There’s really a perfect phrase for that!
Hop BroExactly. It means a drink that’s easy to carry during a stroll. And because "Neo Sakuya" is a Hibiscus Yuzu Lager, it’s designed for spring, with the lightness of a lager plus the floral brightness of hibiscus and the aroma of yuzu.
MugiA lager with hibiscus? And yuzu too? Wait, won’t those flavors clash? I’m having a hard time imagining something that’s both floral and citrusy.
Hop BroThey don’t clash. Lager has a clean fermentation aroma, so when you add hibiscus's floral character and yuzu's tart citrus impression, the light drinking feel stays intact while the sense of season expands all the more.
MugiI see! And if you can take it out in a can, you can just carry it around while looking at the cherry blossoms. I can already see myself stopping for a detour in the middle of hanami!
Hop BroExactly. And since it’s also served on tap inside the shop, you can enjoy one outside first, then go back in and drink more calmly later. That kind of flow fits springtime wandering through the city really well.
MugiSo Coaster Aobadai isn’t just a beer bar, huh? I’m also curious about the fact that they put Focaccia and Craft Beer front and center. I really like how it feels like they’re thinking about food that goes with the beer too!
Hop BroRight. Its location in Aobadai is also close to the Meguro River area, so it’s perfect for a spring walking route. That’s why this kind of introduction feels so natural as a side stop for a cherry blossom stroll.
MugiHonestly, cherry blossoms, walking, drinking, eating... it all sounds too good. I’m completely in spring-drink mode today.
Hop BroThen the choice is made. Let’s take our time and enjoy a spring drink with "Neo Sakuya" in hand while looking at the cherry blossoms along the Meguro River.
MugiYeah, now I really want to drink it! I absolutely want to toast at the Meguro River!
