Jotan Beer "Great Blue" Served at Kokage Sakaba - Today's Craft Beer for May 21
The beer pub Kokage Sakaba in Jiyugaoka introduced Jotan Beer’s "Great Blue" as its "Today's Craft Beer" for May 21. A fruit ale with the refreshing brightness of lemon and a vivid blue color, it is presented as an easy-drinking beer even for people who do not usually like beer.
Hop BroToday’s drink of the day at Kokage Sakaba in Jiyugaoka is interesting. It’s Jotan Beer’s "Great Blue," and it already catches your eye just from the look of it.
MugiWait, you mean it’s blue beer!? That sounds less like beer and more like a magic drink!
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. It’s a fruit ale. The refreshing lemon character really stands out, and it has a strong summer vibe.
MugiI get that a fruit ale is a beer with fruit in it, but is it like a sweet juice?
Hop BroIt looks juice-like, but it’s definitely beer. This one has the bright tartness of lemon and a light feel, so it’s meant to be enjoyed like an adult lemon squash.
MugiThat sounds amazing! If it’s easy for people who don’t like beer to drink, it seems perfect for a first glass!
Hop BroExactly, and it’s brewed by Jotan Beer. They’re known for fruit beers and other distinctive brews, and this one really shows off that character.
MugiWow, so not only the taste but also the vivid blue color sounds like it would lift your mood.
Hop BroAnd the shop is only about a three-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station, so the easy-to-stop-by distance is another nice point. It’s perfect for dropping in casually and enjoying a seasonal guest beer.
MugiWow, if I saw that on a hot day, I’d definitely want one! A cool blue glass like that makes me want to go drink one right now!
Hop BroRight? It’s the kind of drink you can enjoy with both your eyes and your throat. If that refreshing lemon character comes through, I’d want a glass tonight too.
Jotan Beer "Great Blue" Served at Kokage Sakaba
At Kokage Sakaba, the beer pub in Jiyugaoka, Tokyo, Jotan Beer’s "Great Blue" is being featured as the "Today's Craft Beer" for May 21.
"Great Blue" is a fruit ale whose striking appearance is the first thing that stands out. The post describes it as having a refreshing lemon-forward flavor and a blue liquid color that evokes summer, presenting it as a glass that even people who are not fond of beer can enjoy easily, almost like an "adult lemon squash." Rather than strongly emphasizing alcohol, it is crafted to be light and easy to enjoy, making it a good choice for a first drink as well.
Jotan Beer is a brewery known for making distinctive beers with fruit, tea, and other unique ingredients, and "Great Blue" is one of its popular standard offerings that strongly reflects that character. Not only does its color make an impact, but its bright lemon-derived tartness and drinkability make it approachable both for people already familiar with craft beer and for those who want to try it for the first time.
Kokage Sakaba is a beer pub on the second floor, about a three-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station. It is conveniently close to the station, making it an easy place to drop by and just the right distance for taking your time with craft beer. In a relaxed setting where you can enjoy a drink casually, meeting a seasonal guest beer like this is a pleasant surprise. This "Great Blue" is a noteworthy glass for people looking for a crisp, refreshing taste as the weather turns hotter.
Featured Beer
- Jotan Beer "Great Blue"
- Style: Fruit Ale
- Characteristics: Refreshing lemon character, blue liquid color, light and brisk drinkability
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s drink of the day at Kokage Sakaba in Jiyugaoka is interesting. It’s Jotan Beer’s "Great Blue," and it already catches your eye just from the look of it.
MugiWait, you mean it’s blue beer!? That sounds less like beer and more like a magic drink!
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. It’s a fruit ale. The refreshing lemon character really stands out, and it has a strong summer vibe.
MugiI get that a fruit ale is a beer with fruit in it, but is it like a sweet juice?
Hop BroIt looks juice-like, but it’s definitely beer. This one has the bright tartness of lemon and a light feel, so it’s meant to be enjoyed like an adult lemon squash.
MugiThat sounds amazing! If it’s easy for people who don’t like beer to drink, it seems perfect for a first glass!
Hop BroExactly, and it’s brewed by Jotan Beer. They’re known for fruit beers and other distinctive brews, and this one really shows off that character.
MugiWow, so not only the taste but also the vivid blue color sounds like it would lift your mood.
Hop BroAnd the shop is only about a three-minute walk from Jiyugaoka Station, so the easy-to-stop-by distance is another nice point. It’s perfect for dropping in casually and enjoying a seasonal guest beer.
MugiWow, if I saw that on a hot day, I’d definitely want one! A cool blue glass like that makes me want to go drink one right now!
Hop BroRight? It’s the kind of drink you can enjoy with both your eyes and your throat. If that refreshing lemon character comes through, I’d want a glass tonight too.
