Four IPA Labels, Including Ushitora's Brut IPA, Gather at Beer Pub Kirigirisu
At Beer Pub Kirigirisu in Takashimadaira, Itabashi Ward, the day’s draught beer, bottle, and can selections included Ushitora Brewery’s "Lime-Infused Brut IPA," BrewDog’s "Punk IPA," Heller Brewery’s Rauchbier, and Denver Beer Co.’s "Incredible Pedal IPA." With a small, counter-focused setup, it is a place where IPA fans can enjoy side-by-side tastings.
Hop BroBeer Pub Kirigirisu in Takashimadaira is a tiny place, but it is irresistible for IPA fans. Having Ushitora’s "Lime-Infused Brut IPA" and BrewDog’s "Punk IPA" on draught together is seriously hot.
MugiWhat! It is an IPA fan’s paradise! But what even is a Brut IPA? The name alone sounds sparkly, and it feels like it might be strong!
Hop BroGood eye. A Brut IPA is an IPA that focuses on crispness, and it tends to finish light and dry. This one is 7% alcohol and carries a lime-like aroma, so it feels brisk yet still has real presence.
MugiWow, a beer that is "light despite being 7%" sounds like it breaks your brain... So it is like something rich, but easy to drink?
Hop BroExactly, that is the feeling. And because this place has just five counter seats and two tables, it is well suited to slowly following the flavors.
MugiNice, it sounds like a relaxed place to drink! And being able to move between draught beer and cans/bottles is the kind of thing that tasting fans would love!
Hop BroThis time, the Heller Brewery Rauchbier we were aiming for in bottles was sold out, so we landed on Denver Beer Co.'s "Incredible Pedal IPA" instead. The broad range is what makes this day interesting.
MugiWhat is a Rauchbier!? So it is a smoky beer? Just hearing the name makes me feel like I’m sitting next to a campfire!
Hop BroThat is right. Rauchbier is a fragrant traditional style made with smoked malt. So when you add a smoky beer to an IPA-centered lineup, the contrast in aroma really stands out.
MugiI see, so it is not just an IPA tasting, but an aroma adventure too! And the Cajun chicken and grilled leek skillet must pair perfectly!
Hop BroYeah, on a day like that, it is better to drink than to overthink. Starting with a casual drink in Takashimadaira and enjoying Punk IPA and Brut IPA side by side on draught would be perfect.
MugiIt is settled! Today is tasting day, so I am going to Kirigirisu and try the Brut IPA first!
A drink centered on IPA in Takashimadaira
Near Takashimadaira Station, next to the local Chinese eatery "Hana Maru," "Beer Pub Kirigirisu" is a compact beer pub with five counter seats and two tables. It is known as a place where you can take your time enjoying craft beers from Japan and abroad in a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere.
The draught beers confirmed in this post are Ushitora Brewery’s "Lime-Infused Brut IPA" and BrewDog’s "Punk IPA." The former is introduced as having a light drinking impression despite its 7% alcohol content, making it an intriguing beer with a lime-like accent and the crisp finish characteristic of Brut IPA. The latter is a well-known label in cans and bottles as well, but being able to drink it on draught is a welcome point for beer lovers.
In the bottle selection, the intended choice was "SCHLENKERLA RAUCH BIER Marzen" (Heller Brewery), but it was sold out, so the choice shifted to the American canned beer "Incredible Pedal IPA" (Denver Beer Co.). As a result, the day’s lineup had a wide range, centered on IPA but also spanning from smoky Rauchbier to American IPA. The blackboard menu also showed sold-out notices, and the food options included Cajun chicken and a skillet of grilled leeks, conveying how well the snacks pair with the beers.
Highlights
- Easy to reach on foot from Takashimadaira Station
- A small interior that also makes solo drinking easy
- A lineup that lets you enjoy draught, bottle, and can offerings across the board
- For IPA fans, this is a place to choose around a draught tasting comparison
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBeer Pub Kirigirisu in Takashimadaira is a tiny place, but it is irresistible for IPA fans. Having Ushitora’s "Lime-Infused Brut IPA" and BrewDog’s "Punk IPA" on draught together is seriously hot.
MugiWhat! It is an IPA fan’s paradise! But what even is a Brut IPA? The name alone sounds sparkly, and it feels like it might be strong!
Hop BroGood eye. A Brut IPA is an IPA that focuses on crispness, and it tends to finish light and dry. This one is 7% alcohol and carries a lime-like aroma, so it feels brisk yet still has real presence.
MugiWow, a beer that is "light despite being 7%" sounds like it breaks your brain... So it is like something rich, but easy to drink?
Hop BroExactly, that is the feeling. And because this place has just five counter seats and two tables, it is well suited to slowly following the flavors.
MugiNice, it sounds like a relaxed place to drink! And being able to move between draught beer and cans/bottles is the kind of thing that tasting fans would love!
Hop BroThis time, the Heller Brewery Rauchbier we were aiming for in bottles was sold out, so we landed on Denver Beer Co.'s "Incredible Pedal IPA" instead. The broad range is what makes this day interesting.
MugiWhat is a Rauchbier!? So it is a smoky beer? Just hearing the name makes me feel like I’m sitting next to a campfire!
Hop BroThat is right. Rauchbier is a fragrant traditional style made with smoked malt. So when you add a smoky beer to an IPA-centered lineup, the contrast in aroma really stands out.
MugiI see, so it is not just an IPA tasting, but an aroma adventure too! And the Cajun chicken and grilled leek skillet must pair perfectly!
Hop BroYeah, on a day like that, it is better to drink than to overthink. Starting with a casual drink in Takashimadaira and enjoying Punk IPA and Brut IPA side by side on draught would be perfect.
MugiIt is settled! Today is tasting day, so I am going to Kirigirisu and try the Brut IPA first!
