Two Beers Tap at Sakura Taps: WCB x Inkhorn's New IPA and a Baltic Porter
The beer pub Sakura Taps in Yoshidamachi, Yokohama, published its May 21 operating update. On tap are West Coast Brewing × Inkhorn Brewing's "Super Fresh" and Utopian Brewing's "Black Boxxx," forming a contrasting pair. Information about staff recruitment was also announced.
Hop BroA tap update has come out from Sakura Taps in Yoshidamachi, Yokohama. This time it's a pretty wide-ranging day, with WCB x Inkhorn's new release and Utopian Brewing's porter on the board.
MugiWhoa, so by two contrasting beers you mean? Having something sweet and juicy and something dark and hefty at the same time is already making my brain busy!
Hop BroFirst up is Super Fresh, the Hazy Double IPA from West Coast Brewing × Inkhorn Brewing. It uses Nectaron as the centerpiece, with Citra and Krush layered in to pack the aroma full.
MugiNectaron? Krush? Wait, those hop names sound like spells!
Hop BroThey're hop variety names. With Nectaron in the lead, you get aromas like strawberries and grapes, a citrus note like grapefruit, and even nuances of yellow peach and peach nectar.
MugiWhat is that, a fruit basket? And Hazy Double IPA means both the look and the flavor are super loaded, right?
Hop BroExactly, and what matters is that it's described as full-bodied yet silky. Even though it's rich, the mouthfeel is smooth, so it's the kind of beer you can drink while slowly tracing the aroma.
MugiHuh, then the other one, Black Boxxx, sounds serious just from the name!
Hop BroIt's a Baltic Porter from Utopian Brewing, with dark fruit, chocolate, and a coffee-like roasted aroma. Low-temperature fermentation and low-temperature maturation make it look heavy, but the drinkability is very smooth.
MugiLow-temperature fermentation and maturation sounds like a refrigerator resident kind of brewing process. But maybe that's what brings out the calm depth?
Hop BroExactly. Handling it at a lower temperature makes it easier for a smooth malt character to come through. In a place like Sakura Taps, where the lineup changes daily, this pairing really stands out.
MugiWhoa, I want to compare both the bright hop character and the rugged coolness of the roast! This is definitely not the kind of night where you stop after just one at Sakura Taps!
Hop BroRight? Since the aroma and temperature both change, I want to slowly follow these two beers. If I were standing in front of this lineup after work, even I as the owner would want a drink.
From Sakura Taps, on the second floor along Noraneko Street in Yoshidamachi, Yokohama, came tap-opening information for May 21. This time, alongside a job posting, two beers with very different personalities are lined up.
The first highlight is Super Fresh / West Coast Brewing × Inkhorn Brewing. It is a Hazy Double IPA built around Nectaron, paired with Citra and Krush. The caption described aromas reminiscent of strawberries and grapes, a bright citrus character like grapefruit, and tropical nuances evoking yellow peach and peach nectar. It was also described as full-bodied yet silky on the palate, making it a beer for those who want to slowly enjoy the richness of its aroma.
The other beer is Black Boxxx / Utopian Brewing. This is a Baltic Porter with notes of dark fruit, chocolate, and coffee-like roasty character. While touching on the smooth drinkability created by low-temperature fermentation and low-temperature maturation, it also mentions the history of the Baltic porter style. The description of a low-centered malt presence with a smooth mouthfeel captures the appeal of this style well.
Sakura Taps is known as a beer pub where you can enjoy craft beer and seasonal dishes. In addition to a tap lineup that changes daily, its unpretentious space is part of its charm. This time, a hop-forward, vibrant IPA and a porter that highlights roasted malt appear side by side, making for a lineup that clearly shows the breadth of flavor on offer. It is the kind of selection that makes you want to take your time, comparing the beers while following how their aromas and temperatures change.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA tap update has come out from Sakura Taps in Yoshidamachi, Yokohama. This time it's a pretty wide-ranging day, with WCB x Inkhorn's new release and Utopian Brewing's porter on the board.
MugiWhoa, so by two contrasting beers you mean? Having something sweet and juicy and something dark and hefty at the same time is already making my brain busy!
Hop BroFirst up is Super Fresh, the Hazy Double IPA from West Coast Brewing × Inkhorn Brewing. It uses Nectaron as the centerpiece, with Citra and Krush layered in to pack the aroma full.
MugiNectaron? Krush? Wait, those hop names sound like spells!
Hop BroThey're hop variety names. With Nectaron in the lead, you get aromas like strawberries and grapes, a citrus note like grapefruit, and even nuances of yellow peach and peach nectar.
MugiWhat is that, a fruit basket? And Hazy Double IPA means both the look and the flavor are super loaded, right?
Hop BroExactly, and what matters is that it's described as full-bodied yet silky. Even though it's rich, the mouthfeel is smooth, so it's the kind of beer you can drink while slowly tracing the aroma.
MugiHuh, then the other one, Black Boxxx, sounds serious just from the name!
Hop BroIt's a Baltic Porter from Utopian Brewing, with dark fruit, chocolate, and a coffee-like roasted aroma. Low-temperature fermentation and low-temperature maturation make it look heavy, but the drinkability is very smooth.
MugiLow-temperature fermentation and maturation sounds like a refrigerator resident kind of brewing process. But maybe that's what brings out the calm depth?
Hop BroExactly. Handling it at a lower temperature makes it easier for a smooth malt character to come through. In a place like Sakura Taps, where the lineup changes daily, this pairing really stands out.
MugiWhoa, I want to compare both the bright hop character and the rugged coolness of the roast! This is definitely not the kind of night where you stop after just one at Sakura Taps!
Hop BroRight? Since the aroma and temperature both change, I want to slowly follow these two beers. If I were standing in front of this lineup after work, even I as the owner would want a drink.
