And Beer Koenji taps PICO PICO fruit lager alongside Tohoseiso collab dishes
And Beer Koenji Taproom highlighted PICO PICO on June 24. The beer is a 3.9% fruit lager inspired by the Mexican michelada, brewed with lemon, five kinds of chili, black pepper, and salt.
Hop BroA pretty interesting pour just landed in Koenji: PICO PICO on tap. It's the guest beer at AND BEER Koenji Taproom starting June 24.
MugiWait, what? The name sounds like a video game sound effect, and it's a fruit lager? Is this cute, spicy, or both at once?
Hop BroThat's exactly why it's fun. It's a michelada-inspired beer with lemon, five kinds of chili, black pepper, and salt, and it sits at 3.9% ABV.
MugiWhat even is michelada-inspired supposed to mean? That sounds like beer showing up dressed like a taco stand.
Hop BroHonestly, not far off. It's a beer-cocktail idea built on a light lager, then layered with citrusy acidity, chili heat, and a salty snap, so it stays refreshing instead of floppy.
MugiOh wow, and at 3.9% ABV it sounds like a lunch-friendly beer. On a hot day I'd take one sip and lose all vocabulary except 'whoa, that's good!'
Hop BroThe shop setup fits that perfectly too. The Koenji taproom has all-day service from 11:30, plus takeout from 10:00 to 22:00, growler fills, and even a pet-friendly terrace.
MugiSeriously? A pet-friendly terrace, beer and curry to-go, and even Uber Eats? That's not a taproom anymore, that's life support.
Hop BroAnd on top of that, they're doing a collab with Tohon Seiso, serving dashi biryani and curry udon that should lock in beautifully with PICO PICO's citrus-and-chili profile.
MugiHold on, that's basically a championship pairing. If I get sweetness, acidity, and saltiness all working together, my stomach and my throat are already on the train.
Hop BroAnd PICO PICO is also an olla anniversary beer for the sister shop in Asagaya, so it has a nice story behind it too. This really doesn't sound like a one-glass night.
MugiThen it's settled, I want a Koenji beer run today. Give me PICO PICO, a plate of biryani, and let the inside of my mouth throw a festival.
Guest beer
And Beer Koenji Taproom announced "PICO PICO" for June 24. According to And Beer, it is a 3.9% fruit lager inspired by the Mexican michelada, brewed with lemon, five kinds of chili, black pepper, and salt. It is also a 3rd-anniversary beer for Olla, the sister shop in Asagaya.
Why go
The brewpub runs all day from lunch through dinner, making it easy to stop by for a quick pint or stay for a meal. Beer takeout is available from 10:00 to 22:00, and the shop also accepts bottles, plastic cups, and growlers. The terrace is pet-friendly, and takeout for curry and soft drinks is available as well, along with Uber Eats.
Food pairing
This week's kitchen collaboration with Tohoseiso brings dishes such as dashi-poured biryani and Tohoseso-style curry udon. The citrus, spice, and salinity in PICO PICO should pair naturally with that menu, giving the beer a sharp, food-friendly profile. For beer fans in Koenji, it is an easy place to line up a limited release with a proper meal.
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Hop BroA pretty interesting pour just landed in Koenji: PICO PICO on tap. It's the guest beer at AND BEER Koenji Taproom starting June 24.
MugiWait, what? The name sounds like a video game sound effect, and it's a fruit lager? Is this cute, spicy, or both at once?
Hop BroThat's exactly why it's fun. It's a michelada-inspired beer with lemon, five kinds of chili, black pepper, and salt, and it sits at 3.9% ABV.
MugiWhat even is michelada-inspired supposed to mean? That sounds like beer showing up dressed like a taco stand.
Hop BroHonestly, not far off. It's a beer-cocktail idea built on a light lager, then layered with citrusy acidity, chili heat, and a salty snap, so it stays refreshing instead of floppy.
MugiOh wow, and at 3.9% ABV it sounds like a lunch-friendly beer. On a hot day I'd take one sip and lose all vocabulary except 'whoa, that's good!'
Hop BroThe shop setup fits that perfectly too. The Koenji taproom has all-day service from 11:30, plus takeout from 10:00 to 22:00, growler fills, and even a pet-friendly terrace.
MugiSeriously? A pet-friendly terrace, beer and curry to-go, and even Uber Eats? That's not a taproom anymore, that's life support.
Hop BroAnd on top of that, they're doing a collab with Tohon Seiso, serving dashi biryani and curry udon that should lock in beautifully with PICO PICO's citrus-and-chili profile.
MugiHold on, that's basically a championship pairing. If I get sweetness, acidity, and saltiness all working together, my stomach and my throat are already on the train.
Hop BroAnd PICO PICO is also an olla anniversary beer for the sister shop in Asagaya, so it has a nice story behind it too. This really doesn't sound like a one-glass night.
MugiThen it's settled, I want a Koenji beer run today. Give me PICO PICO, a plate of biryani, and let the inside of my mouth throw a festival.
