Highbury -The Cave of Beer- Holds "Onmenburoi" Tasting Event on April 18 and 19
The beer pub Highbury -The Cave of Beer- in Yokohama’s Sakuragicho announced a weekend tasting event for comparing smoked and pre-smoked versions on April 18 and 19. Baeren Mai Bock and Onmenburoi will be tapped at the same time, with a comparison smoke set and a limited serving of Hita Black Label also available.
Hop BroThere’s a weekend event at Highbury in Yokohama’s Sakuragicho, and on April 18 and 19 they’re doing a tasting that compares the beer before and after smoking.
MugiWhat!? Before and after smoking? The beer transforms!? "Dramatic Before and After" sounds like a TV show!
Hop BroThe stars are Baeren Mai Bock and the post-smoke Onmenburoi. Mai Bock is a strong lager with solid malt sweetness and depth, which is especially welcome in early spring.
MugiI kind of get lager, but what does "malt character" mean? Like caramel in candy?
Hop BroGood question. Malt character means the sweetness and toasty aroma of the malt. Onmenburoi adds smoke on top of that, so the aroma really stands out.
MugiWhoa, and they even have a Smoke 3-item assortment!? Duck, mackerel, and cheese? The snacks are seriously next level!
Hop BroWhat’s interesting is that they also prepared a NOT-smoked 3-item assortment. They’ve designed it so you can clearly enjoy the differences by pairing smoked items with Onmenburoi and non-smoked items with Mai Bock.
MugiWow, they’re really making you compare them! And with 100 yen off for the pairings, they’re seriously nudging people to do the tasting!
Hop BroExactly. They previously did a before-and-after comparison with Baeren Classic and Lemembroy, so this feels like the second round following that idea. It really has that playful Highbury touch.
MugiAnd Hita Brewery Black Label is limited to 40L? There’s even more reason to make a detour! My feet are already heading toward Momijizaka on their own.
Hop BroA weekend spent comparing smoke aromas and malt in a shop with a British-style pour and a pewter-pipe server sounds about right. After reading this, honestly, I’d want to sit down with a tasting set, not just have one more drink.
MugiI’m totally in that mood too! On April 18 and 19, I want to go all in from Mai Bock to Onmenburoi!
Highbury -The Cave of Beer- announced a weekend event to be held on April 18 and 19 under the slogan, "Dramatic Before and After!?" The stars are "Baeren Mai Bock" before smoking and "Onmenburoi" after smoking. It is a direct expression of the bar’s signature enjoyment: tasting the "before and after" side by side.
The highlight this time is not just the introduction of a new release, but the fact that the lineup has been carefully arranged so guests can compare how the flavor changes. The popular "Smoke 3-item assortment (duck, mackerel, cheese)" also has a "non-smoked" 3-item version made with the same ingredients, and orders combining Onmenburoi with the smoked 3-item set, or Baeren Mai Bock with the NOT-smoked 3-item set, receive 100 yen off. Pairing the beer with the snacks makes it easier to notice how the smoke aroma and malt character come through.
The post also mentions that, as a previous opening act, the shop once offered a comparison between "Baeren Classic (before smoking)" and "Lemembroy (after smoking)," and this event is a continuation of that flow. In addition, due to equipment constraints, "PLZENSKY PRAZDROJ (Urquell)" will be unavailable, while "Hita Brewery Black Label" will be served in a limited 40L quantity. In the Highbury space, with its dedication to a pewter-pipe server and British-style pouring, it looks set to be a weekend where beer lovers can enjoy the Yokohama and Momijizaka beer experience even more deeply.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThere’s a weekend event at Highbury in Yokohama’s Sakuragicho, and on April 18 and 19 they’re doing a tasting that compares the beer before and after smoking.
MugiWhat!? Before and after smoking? The beer transforms!? "Dramatic Before and After" sounds like a TV show!
Hop BroThe stars are Baeren Mai Bock and the post-smoke Onmenburoi. Mai Bock is a strong lager with solid malt sweetness and depth, which is especially welcome in early spring.
MugiI kind of get lager, but what does "malt character" mean? Like caramel in candy?
Hop BroGood question. Malt character means the sweetness and toasty aroma of the malt. Onmenburoi adds smoke on top of that, so the aroma really stands out.
MugiWhoa, and they even have a Smoke 3-item assortment!? Duck, mackerel, and cheese? The snacks are seriously next level!
Hop BroWhat’s interesting is that they also prepared a NOT-smoked 3-item assortment. They’ve designed it so you can clearly enjoy the differences by pairing smoked items with Onmenburoi and non-smoked items with Mai Bock.
MugiWow, they’re really making you compare them! And with 100 yen off for the pairings, they’re seriously nudging people to do the tasting!
Hop BroExactly. They previously did a before-and-after comparison with Baeren Classic and Lemembroy, so this feels like the second round following that idea. It really has that playful Highbury touch.
MugiAnd Hita Brewery Black Label is limited to 40L? There’s even more reason to make a detour! My feet are already heading toward Momijizaka on their own.
Hop BroA weekend spent comparing smoke aromas and malt in a shop with a British-style pour and a pewter-pipe server sounds about right. After reading this, honestly, I’d want to sit down with a tasting set, not just have one more drink.
MugiI’m totally in that mood too! On April 18 and 19, I want to go all in from Mai Bock to Onmenburoi!
