Two guest beers return to Citra Bar Nakano, along with spring snacks
At the Nakano beer pub Craft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar Nakano, ISEKADOYA BREWERY's "Hime White" and Y.MARKET BREWING's "Minamichita Bergamot IPA" have returned. As of posting, Minamichita Bergamot IPA is running low, so an early visit is recommended.
Hop BroThe return of two guest beers in Nakano is definitely not something to miss. At Craft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar Nakano, ISEKADOYA BREWERY's Hime White and Y.MARKET BREWING's Minamichita Bergamot IPA are back.
MugiWhoa, a comeback is exciting! When a beer that had been taken off the lineup comes back, it feels like a reunion event and honestly gets me emotional!
Hop BroExactly. Hime White has that gentle white-beer character. It has the soft mouthfeel of wheat and an easygoing drinkability that makes it a strong choice for the first pint.
MugiWait, why is it called white beer? I thought maybe it was literally snow-white in color, and now my head is just full of foam!
Hop BroIt's less about the color and more about the softness that comes from wheat. The malt is often pale, and both the aroma and flavor tend to be rounded, so it pairs well with mountain greens in ohitashi too.
MugiAhhh, I get it! So Minamichita Bergamot IPA is all about bursting citrus aroma? Just the name Bergamot already makes my nose feel stylish!
Hop BroExactly. It's an IPA with citrus-derived aroma coming through, so you can enjoy the hop bitterness alongside a bright bergamot-like fragrance. And as of posting, there's very little left, so if you want it, sooner is better.
MugiWhat, very little left?! Hearing that, there's no way to take it slow. I'd be ready to camp out in front of the tap!
Hop BroOn top of that, the spring cabbage, bracken, and udo ohitashi has been updated as a spring snack. It has sweetness, a pleasant bitterness, and a green, fresh aroma, making it a great match for both white beer and IPA.
MugiThat's amazing! Just the beer-and-spring-snack combo alone would make me happy in Nakano. If the counter has seats, I want to go right now!
News on the latest guest beers has arrived from Craft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar Nakano, a beer pub in the Tokyo Nakano Station area. The highlight this time is the “return service” of two labels that had temporarily dropped off the lineup.
This Round's Guest Beers
- Hime White (ISEKADOYA BREWERY)
- Minamichita Bergamot IPA (Y.MARKET BREWING)
In the post, Minamichita Bergamot IPA was described as having “very little left,” so if you're after it, an early pint seems like the way to go. Don't miss the chance to drink this IPA with its bright citrus-driven aroma on tap.
On the food side, the seasonal ohitashi has been changed to “Spring cabbage, bracken, and udo ohitashi.” With the sweetness of spring cabbage and the gentle bitterness of mountain vegetables, it's an easy pairing with a light white beer or a hop-forward IPA. Not just the beer itself, but also the way it pairs with food is one of the shop's signature appeals.
The shop is on the first floor of Taniguchi Building in Nakano 5-chome. With counter seating at the center, it's easy to use, and the atmosphere works well whether you're dropping in for a quick solo drink or coming with a group. At the time of posting, the shop also noted that there were time slots when counter seats were available. If you follow craft beer turnover closely, check the tap lineup and stop by.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe return of two guest beers in Nakano is definitely not something to miss. At Craft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar Nakano, ISEKADOYA BREWERY's Hime White and Y.MARKET BREWING's Minamichita Bergamot IPA are back.
MugiWhoa, a comeback is exciting! When a beer that had been taken off the lineup comes back, it feels like a reunion event and honestly gets me emotional!
Hop BroExactly. Hime White has that gentle white-beer character. It has the soft mouthfeel of wheat and an easygoing drinkability that makes it a strong choice for the first pint.
MugiWait, why is it called white beer? I thought maybe it was literally snow-white in color, and now my head is just full of foam!
Hop BroIt's less about the color and more about the softness that comes from wheat. The malt is often pale, and both the aroma and flavor tend to be rounded, so it pairs well with mountain greens in ohitashi too.
MugiAhhh, I get it! So Minamichita Bergamot IPA is all about bursting citrus aroma? Just the name Bergamot already makes my nose feel stylish!
Hop BroExactly. It's an IPA with citrus-derived aroma coming through, so you can enjoy the hop bitterness alongside a bright bergamot-like fragrance. And as of posting, there's very little left, so if you want it, sooner is better.
MugiWhat, very little left?! Hearing that, there's no way to take it slow. I'd be ready to camp out in front of the tap!
Hop BroOn top of that, the spring cabbage, bracken, and udo ohitashi has been updated as a spring snack. It has sweetness, a pleasant bitterness, and a green, fresh aroma, making it a great match for both white beer and IPA.
MugiThat's amazing! Just the beer-and-spring-snack combo alone would make me happy in Nakano. If the counter has seats, I want to go right now!
