Introducing Shiribeshi Samurai Brewery's "KOU" at Susukino Ale STAND
The beer pub "Susukino Ale STAND" in Susukino, Sapporo, introduced Shiribeshi Samurai Brewery's "KOU" on March 28, 2026. It is an impressive glass with a refreshing barley aroma and a golden appearance, and the article also mentions how well it pairs with food.
Hop BroToday I'll introduce a glass I found at Susukino's beer pub, Susukino Ale STAND. It's Shiribeshi Samurai Brewery's "KOU."
MugiWhoa, even the name KOU sounds sparkling! I'm curious what kind of beer it is!
Hop BroAccording to the shop's description, the key points are its refreshing barley aroma and its bright golden color that shines in the glass. It even makes you think of the clear air of Shiribeshi in Hokkaido.
MugiWhat is that, an expression so vivid you can almost drink the air! But that golden appearance sounds really photogenic!
Hop BroAnd more than that, the fruity aroma of hops and the gentle sweetness of the malt are well balanced. The fruity aroma comes first, and then the flavor of the barley quietly follows.
MugiOh, I see! But now you're suddenly talking like an expert with all this aroma and malt stuff! Is that gentle sweetness of the malt something even beginners can easily appreciate?
Hop BroExactly. To put it simply, it's malt character, but in short, it has an easy, gentle drinking quality. It has a clean finish, so it's the kind of beer that's easy to choose as your first glass.
MugiThat's the best! It said it goes with meat too, but if it also goes well with seafood, then it sounds like you could pair it endlessly with Hokkaido food!
Hop BroExactly. Susukino Ale STAND's strength is that you can compare beers from breweries across Hokkaido, and it's a shop where comparative tasting is part of the fun.
MugiWow, there is something romantic about a beer carrying the name of a Hokkaido place! This definitely has to go on my tonight's drink shortlist!
Hop BroAnd the best part is this: enjoying a glass from Shiribeshi in Susukino. Reading this has already made my throat start waiting for beer.
MugiI know! I already want to drink it! Let's go order that golden glass right now!
Introducing Shiribeshi Samurai Brewery's "KOU"
Located on the first basement floor of COCONO SUSUKINO in Sapporo, "Susukino Ale STAND" is a beer pub that serves craft beers from around Hokkaido. With an easy-to-stand-at counter and a location right in front of Susukino Station, it is a convenient place to stop by between shopping and meals.
On March 28, 2026, the shop introduced Shiribeshi Samurai Brewery's "KOU." In the store's description, it is said that with one sip, a refreshing barley aroma spreads, evoking the clear air of Shiribeshi, Hokkaido, and its bright golden color stands out in the glass. Another highlight is the balance between the fruity aroma of hops and the gentle sweetness of the malt.
A Glass That Pairs Easily with Meals
"KOU" has a clean finish and is introduced as a beer that goes well not only with meat dishes, but also with Hokkaido's fresh seafood. Designed to be approachable even for craft beer beginners, it is the kind of beer that is easy to choose as your first glass.
Susukino Ale STAND also carries a wide range of breweries from across Hokkaido, making it appealing as a place where you can compare different beers and find one that suits your taste. This introduction once again conveyed the enjoyment of savoring Hokkaido beers that carry the names of their local places.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday I'll introduce a glass I found at Susukino's beer pub, Susukino Ale STAND. It's Shiribeshi Samurai Brewery's "KOU."
MugiWhoa, even the name KOU sounds sparkling! I'm curious what kind of beer it is!
Hop BroAccording to the shop's description, the key points are its refreshing barley aroma and its bright golden color that shines in the glass. It even makes you think of the clear air of Shiribeshi in Hokkaido.
MugiWhat is that, an expression so vivid you can almost drink the air! But that golden appearance sounds really photogenic!
Hop BroAnd more than that, the fruity aroma of hops and the gentle sweetness of the malt are well balanced. The fruity aroma comes first, and then the flavor of the barley quietly follows.
MugiOh, I see! But now you're suddenly talking like an expert with all this aroma and malt stuff! Is that gentle sweetness of the malt something even beginners can easily appreciate?
Hop BroExactly. To put it simply, it's malt character, but in short, it has an easy, gentle drinking quality. It has a clean finish, so it's the kind of beer that's easy to choose as your first glass.
MugiThat's the best! It said it goes with meat too, but if it also goes well with seafood, then it sounds like you could pair it endlessly with Hokkaido food!
Hop BroExactly. Susukino Ale STAND's strength is that you can compare beers from breweries across Hokkaido, and it's a shop where comparative tasting is part of the fun.
MugiWow, there is something romantic about a beer carrying the name of a Hokkaido place! This definitely has to go on my tonight's drink shortlist!
Hop BroAnd the best part is this: enjoying a glass from Shiribeshi in Susukino. Reading this has already made my throat start waiting for beer.
MugiI know! I already want to drink it! Let's go order that golden glass right now!
