Tsuji Brewing's "Shiso Ale" tapped at Hiroshima's mugi, drawing attention as a beer with Japanese ingredients
Craft Beer Bar mugi, a beer pub in Kaminoboricho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, announced a new guest beer in an Instagram post at 11:22 on March 8. Tsuji Brewing's "Shiso Ale" has arrived, introduced as a distinctive beer themed around shiso, a Japanese ingredient.
Hop BroA new guest just tapped at mugi in Hiroshima: Tsuji Brewing's Shiso Ale has arrived!
MugiWait, shiso in beer!? I can't stop thinking about craft beer with Japanese ingredients!
Hop BroIt's an ale style, with a design that puts the shiso-derived aroma front and center.
MugiHold on, aroma design derived from? Why does this suddenly feel like a science class!?
Hop BroSimply put, it's aiming for the fresh, leafy character of shiso. In other words, it has a botanical nuance.
MugiOhhh! So it's about enjoying the refreshing feel of a Japanese herb, different from hop citrus!
Hop BroExactly. And mugi in Kaminoboricho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, is a place where the guest taps rotate quickly, so there are plenty of chances to discover something new.
MugiThen checking the Instagram NEW BEER posts before going is a must!
Hop BroA beer with a story rooted in its ingredients really hits when you drink slowly with a meal at night. You get a different experience from the usual.
MugiIt's decided! Tonight, let's toast at Hiroshima's mugi with Shiso Ale!
In an Instagram post titled "🍺NEW BEER🍺," Craft Beer Bar mugi (3-3 Kaminoboricho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture) announced a new guest beer: Tsuji Brewing / Shiso Ale.
The post refers to the long history of shiso in Japan, where it has been used since the Jomon period for medicinal purposes and in local cuisine, and presents the beer memorably as a "shiso ale." As the name suggests, it is described as a beer designed to let you enjoy aromas and nuances derived from shiso.
As its name implies, mugi is a beer pub centered on craft beer, and one of its appeals is following the rotation of guest taps. Along with enjoying the differences between hop varieties, it is also a place where you can discover beers that incorporate Japanese ingredients, as in this case. Since the shop continues to post "NEW BEER" updates, checking the latest tap lineup before visiting can make it easier to find the beer you're after.
For a night in central Hiroshima City when you want to slowly enjoy a beer alongside a meal, a guest beer with a story rooted in its ingredients fits perfectly. If you're looking for a craft beer that offers something a little different from the usual, Shiso Ale is one to check out first.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA new guest just tapped at mugi in Hiroshima: Tsuji Brewing's Shiso Ale has arrived!
MugiWait, shiso in beer!? I can't stop thinking about craft beer with Japanese ingredients!
Hop BroIt's an ale style, with a design that puts the shiso-derived aroma front and center.
MugiHold on, aroma design derived from? Why does this suddenly feel like a science class!?
Hop BroSimply put, it's aiming for the fresh, leafy character of shiso. In other words, it has a botanical nuance.
MugiOhhh! So it's about enjoying the refreshing feel of a Japanese herb, different from hop citrus!
Hop BroExactly. And mugi in Kaminoboricho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, is a place where the guest taps rotate quickly, so there are plenty of chances to discover something new.
MugiThen checking the Instagram NEW BEER posts before going is a must!
Hop BroA beer with a story rooted in its ingredients really hits when you drink slowly with a meal at night. You get a different experience from the usual.
MugiIt's decided! Tonight, let's toast at Hiroshima's mugi with Shiso Ale!
