Citraba Koenji taps three new guest beers, led by Shonan Beer Lime Session
Craft Beer Sakaba Citraba in Koenji announced three new tap beers in a June 24 post: Shonan Beer Lime Session, GOOD HOPS Pacific Lines, and Shiga Kogen IPA. The lineup mixes bright summer drinkability with classic hop-forward depth.
Hop BroCraft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar in Koenji just tapped three new kegs. Shonan Beer, GOOD HOPS, and Shiga Kogen Beer in one lineup is basically a summer trap for anyone leaving work.
MugiWhat! That is a post-work summer ambush! What beers are on?
Hop BroFirst up is Shonan Beer's Lime Session. It's a 3.5% seasonal fruit lager with bright lime acidity and juicy freshness, perfect for a hot day.
MugiAt 3.5%, that is the guzzle-friendly slot! But session means easy to keep drinking, right?
Hop BroExactly, low ABV and breezy. It stays light but still flavorful, so as a first pint it feels like your throat is applauding.
MugiYour throat applauds now? Then what about Pacific Lines from GOOD HOPS?
Hop BroThat one is a two-hemisphere IPA, built with Southern Hemisphere hops and hops from Tono. You get pineapple and lemon notes, some floral aroma, then a dry finish.
MugiHold on, dry finish? What does that even mean? The beer suddenly sounds like it's writing poetry.
Hop BroSimple version: it doesn't finish sweet. The aroma is bright, but the sip clears out clean, so the next mouthful shows up on its own.
MugiOkay, that sounds dangerous. So Shiga Kogen Beer's classic IPA is the final boss?
Hop BroPretty much. It has solid malt body, so it can carry those intense hop flavors without turning rough. It's a flagship IPA where the bitterness comes with real depth.
MugiOhh, nice. Light lime, aromatic Pacific Lines, then sturdy Shiga IPA... that is a three-pint summer break right there. And Citra Bar opens from 4 p.m. on weekdays?
Hop BroThat settles it, straight to Citra Bar. Add some Citra Bar chicken and drink those three in order, and you've basically solved summer.
MugiDone. My just one drink plan is already falling apart, and honestly, I have no objection.
Three new taps in Koenji
Craft Beer Sakaba Citraba in Koenji introduced three new guest beers in a post on June 24. The beer pub opens from 4 p.m. on weekdays, making it an easy stop for an after-work pint in the Koenji area.
The new lineup features Shonan Beer’s seasonal Lime Session, GOOD HOPS Pacific Lines, and the perennial favorite Shiga Kogen IPA. It is a balanced selection that matches Citraba’s beer-bar style: approachable, refreshing, and still firmly hop-driven.
The most summery release is Shonan Beer Lime Session. At 3.5% ABV, it is described as a low-alcohol fruit lager with lively lime acidity and juicy fruit character. It is the kind of beer you can keep sipping when the weather turns hot.
GOOD HOPS Pacific Lines is an IPA that connects Southern Hemisphere hops with hops from Tono. The beer is described as bringing pineapple and lemon-like fruit aromas, layered with floral notes, before finishing dry. It is a good pick for drinkers who want to follow the hop profile from aroma to finish.
Shiga Kogen IPA rounds out the trio with a classic, flagship expression. Its strong hop character is supported by a solid malt body, delivering the kind of bitter, satisfying drink that has long made it one of the brewery’s signature beers.
Citraba is also known for its lively pub atmosphere and for serving craft lemon sours and its signature fried chicken alongside beer. It works well for solo drinking as well as small groups, and the rotating tap list is part of the appeal. This three-beer update is a neat snapshot of the bar’s range: light, aromatic, and firmly beer-geek friendly.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroCraft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar in Koenji just tapped three new kegs. Shonan Beer, GOOD HOPS, and Shiga Kogen Beer in one lineup is basically a summer trap for anyone leaving work.
MugiWhat! That is a post-work summer ambush! What beers are on?
Hop BroFirst up is Shonan Beer's Lime Session. It's a 3.5% seasonal fruit lager with bright lime acidity and juicy freshness, perfect for a hot day.
MugiAt 3.5%, that is the guzzle-friendly slot! But session means easy to keep drinking, right?
Hop BroExactly, low ABV and breezy. It stays light but still flavorful, so as a first pint it feels like your throat is applauding.
MugiYour throat applauds now? Then what about Pacific Lines from GOOD HOPS?
Hop BroThat one is a two-hemisphere IPA, built with Southern Hemisphere hops and hops from Tono. You get pineapple and lemon notes, some floral aroma, then a dry finish.
MugiHold on, dry finish? What does that even mean? The beer suddenly sounds like it's writing poetry.
Hop BroSimple version: it doesn't finish sweet. The aroma is bright, but the sip clears out clean, so the next mouthful shows up on its own.
MugiOkay, that sounds dangerous. So Shiga Kogen Beer's classic IPA is the final boss?
Hop BroPretty much. It has solid malt body, so it can carry those intense hop flavors without turning rough. It's a flagship IPA where the bitterness comes with real depth.
MugiOhh, nice. Light lime, aromatic Pacific Lines, then sturdy Shiga IPA... that is a three-pint summer break right there. And Citra Bar opens from 4 p.m. on weekdays?
Hop BroThat settles it, straight to Citra Bar. Add some Citra Bar chicken and drink those three in order, and you've basically solved summer.
MugiDone. My just one drink plan is already falling apart, and honestly, I have no objection.
