Beer O'clock taps CRAFTROCK BREWING x SPECIAL OTHERS 'SPECIAL OTHERS'
Beer O'clock in Chiba has introduced the guest beer 'SPECIAL OTHERS' from CRAFTROCK BREWING and SPECIAL OTHERS. The beer is a 6.5% NZ IPA with mint, featuring bright citrus, lychee, and a refreshing finish.
Hop BroBeer O'clock in Chiba just tapped SPECIAL OTHERS on draft. It’s a collaboration between CRAFTROCK BREWING and the band SPECIAL OTHERS, which is a pretty sharp pairing.
MugiWait, a band collaboration beer? Not a T-shirt, not a poster, but a whole keg? That is outrageously cool!
Hop BroAnd it’s not random either, it’s an anniversary brew. It was made to celebrate SPECIAL OTHERS’ 20th anniversary and SPECIAL OTHERS ACOUSTIC’s 11th.
MugiWhoa! But a minty NZ IPA is a lot to process. What does NZ mean here, does the beer carry a passport?
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. It uses New Zealand-style hops, so you get notes like lemon peel, lychee, and white wine, layered with Cuban mint.
MugiWhat is that, a mojito-like IPA? It sounds super refreshing, but does it still drink like proper beer?
Hop BroIt does. This thing has a solid 6.5% body, but the opening sip is built to feel clean and brisk. In brewing terms, the attack is light and the weight shows up later.
MugiHold on, a light attack? Are you saying the beer throws a punch and then politely pulls it back?
Hop BroPretty much, yeah. It starts crisp and breezy, then the fuller flavor catches up after that. The aroma stays airy without making the taste feel thin.
MugiOkay, I get it now. It’s perfect for warm days, but it still won’t leave you feeling shortchanged. That sounds dangerous after work.
Hop BroAnd Beer O'clock is the kind of place where guest keg character really gets to shine. In Fujimi, Chiba, it sounds great for either a quick pint or a slower meal pairing.
MugiThat settles it, I want a glass now. First sip for the refreshment, second sip for the swoon, and I’m fully prepared to handle both.
Beer O'clock, a craft beer pub in the Fujimi area of Chiba, is now pouring `SPECIAL OTHERS` as a guest beer.
The beer is a collaboration between `CRAFTROCK BREWING` and the band `SPECIAL OTHERS`, created to celebrate the 20th anniversary of `SPECIAL OTHERS` and the 11th anniversary of `SPECIAL OTHERS ACOUSTIC`. It is an NZ IPA with mint, clocking in at 6.5% ABV. The aroma brings to mind lemon peel, lychee, and white-wine-like brightness, with a cool mint note layered on top.
On the palate, it leads with a clean, crisp profile before a fuller body shows up underneath. The result is refreshing without feeling light. It is the kind of beer that works well when the weather turns warmer and you want both freshness and substance in one glass.
Beer O'clock's appeal is that it lets guest kegs show their character clearly in a pub setting focused on craft beer. Located in Chiba's busy Fujimi district, it is an easy stop for a beer after work or a slower drink alongside food.
For fans of music-linked collaborations, or for anyone looking for a mint-tinged, citrus-forward IPA, this is an easy recommendation.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBeer O'clock in Chiba just tapped SPECIAL OTHERS on draft. It’s a collaboration between CRAFTROCK BREWING and the band SPECIAL OTHERS, which is a pretty sharp pairing.
MugiWait, a band collaboration beer? Not a T-shirt, not a poster, but a whole keg? That is outrageously cool!
Hop BroAnd it’s not random either, it’s an anniversary brew. It was made to celebrate SPECIAL OTHERS’ 20th anniversary and SPECIAL OTHERS ACOUSTIC’s 11th.
MugiWhoa! But a minty NZ IPA is a lot to process. What does NZ mean here, does the beer carry a passport?
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. It uses New Zealand-style hops, so you get notes like lemon peel, lychee, and white wine, layered with Cuban mint.
MugiWhat is that, a mojito-like IPA? It sounds super refreshing, but does it still drink like proper beer?
Hop BroIt does. This thing has a solid 6.5% body, but the opening sip is built to feel clean and brisk. In brewing terms, the attack is light and the weight shows up later.
MugiHold on, a light attack? Are you saying the beer throws a punch and then politely pulls it back?
Hop BroPretty much, yeah. It starts crisp and breezy, then the fuller flavor catches up after that. The aroma stays airy without making the taste feel thin.
MugiOkay, I get it now. It’s perfect for warm days, but it still won’t leave you feeling shortchanged. That sounds dangerous after work.
Hop BroAnd Beer O'clock is the kind of place where guest keg character really gets to shine. In Fujimi, Chiba, it sounds great for either a quick pint or a slower meal pairing.
MugiThat settles it, I want a glass now. First sip for the refreshment, second sip for the swoon, and I’m fully prepared to handle both.
