Vector Brewing's 'Mugi Neko Punch' on Tap at CRAFT BEER Market Tokyo Torch
CRAFT BEER Market Tokyo Torch has introduced Vector Brewing's seasonal saison, 'Mugi Neko Punch.' The Tokyo Torch beer pub, a short walk from Tokyo Station, pairs the new guest beer with its signature gyoza and spice-driven food menu.
Hop BroToday's topic is Mugineko Punch on tap. CRAFT BEER Market Tokyo Torch just brought in Vector Brewing's summer limited beer.
MugiWait, a cat-punch beer? I'm already invested. It's cute and somehow sounds dangerous!
Hop BroHere's the fun part: it's a summer saison at 5.0% ABV, designed with spicy notes, floral aroma, and a refreshing finish.
MugiHold on, what is saison? That's a beer style, right, not a secret cat attack?
Hop BroDefinitely a style. It has Belgian-style brightness, a dry finish, and expressive aroma. If I go full nerd, it's about ester and phenol balance...
MugiWhoa, esters and phenols? Why did this turn into class? So basically it tastes great and goes down easy?
Hop BroThat's exactly the right translation. And the place is all about gyoza and spice dishes, so it should pair really well with house dumplings and Mao-style fried chicken.
MugiNo way, Mao-style fried chicken already sounds like it fights back. Put that next to Mugineko Punch and the menu becomes a title match!
Hop BroThe location helps too. It's three minutes from Tokyo Station on the first floor of TOKYO TORCH Tokiwabashi Tower, with around 30 draft beers on tap.
MugiThirty taps and I still want to lock onto the guest beer? That's dangerous. And they have all-you-can-drink courses too, right?
Hop BroThey do. There are two hours all-you-can-drink courses at 5,500 and 6,500 yen, and I'm fully ready to pair Mugineko Punch with gyoza and spicy plates.
MugiThen it's settled. This is way beyond one after work now. I want ice-cold Mugineko Punch and gyoza immediately!
A Summer-Only Saison Joins the Lineup
According to the venue's Instagram post, the new tap addition is Vector Brewing's "Mugi Neko Punch". On Vector Brewing's official site, the beer is listed as a Saison / 5.0% ABV summer release. The brewery describes it as spicy, aromatic, and refreshingly drinkable, with a profile that is especially appealing when well chilled.
A Natural Match for Gyoza and Spice Dishes
CRAFT BEER Market Tokyo Torch is a beer pub on the first floor of TOKYO TORCH's Tokiwabashi Tower. The restaurant's concept centers on gyoza and spice dishes, and the menu is built around items such as house-made dumplings, ebi-sen shrimp crackers, Mao-style fried chicken, and fries. With around 30 craft beers on draft, the venue is set up for rotating guest taps like this one, especially if you want a lighter, aromatic beer alongside bold seasoning.
Beer-Focused, But Easy to Use
The post also highlights the shop's two-hour all-you-can-drink party plans. The "Spice Snack Course" is priced at 5,500 yen and includes two appetizers, ebi-sen, pork gyoza, fries, and Mao-style fried chicken. The 6,500 yen "Choose Two Gyoza! Spice Course" adds a pair of dumpling choices from a wider lineup that includes pork, spicy lamb mint, hot-and-spicy, wasabi, tomato basil, and shrimp shiso.
Located about three minutes from the Nihonbashi Exit of Tokyo Station, the shop works well for a quick pint after work or a longer food-and-beer session. The Instagram post also hints at plans for July 25-26, suggesting there is more to come beyond this guest beer pour.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's topic is Mugineko Punch on tap. CRAFT BEER Market Tokyo Torch just brought in Vector Brewing's summer limited beer.
MugiWait, a cat-punch beer? I'm already invested. It's cute and somehow sounds dangerous!
Hop BroHere's the fun part: it's a summer saison at 5.0% ABV, designed with spicy notes, floral aroma, and a refreshing finish.
MugiHold on, what is saison? That's a beer style, right, not a secret cat attack?
Hop BroDefinitely a style. It has Belgian-style brightness, a dry finish, and expressive aroma. If I go full nerd, it's about ester and phenol balance...
MugiWhoa, esters and phenols? Why did this turn into class? So basically it tastes great and goes down easy?
Hop BroThat's exactly the right translation. And the place is all about gyoza and spice dishes, so it should pair really well with house dumplings and Mao-style fried chicken.
MugiNo way, Mao-style fried chicken already sounds like it fights back. Put that next to Mugineko Punch and the menu becomes a title match!
Hop BroThe location helps too. It's three minutes from Tokyo Station on the first floor of TOKYO TORCH Tokiwabashi Tower, with around 30 draft beers on tap.
MugiThirty taps and I still want to lock onto the guest beer? That's dangerous. And they have all-you-can-drink courses too, right?
Hop BroThey do. There are two hours all-you-can-drink courses at 5,500 and 6,500 yen, and I'm fully ready to pair Mugineko Punch with gyoza and spicy plates.
MugiThen it's settled. This is way beyond one after work now. I want ice-cold Mugineko Punch and gyoza immediately!
