Half Yard Shiki taps Sankt Gallen's Pineapple Ale
Half Yard Shiki in Honcho, Shiki City, has newly tapped Sankt Gallen's summer-limited fruit beer, "Pineapple Ale." Made with about 600 kg of Golden Pine and finished on a Brut IPA base, it is a beer designed with meat dishes and salads in mind.
Hop BroAt Half Yard Shiki in Shiki, Sankt Gallen's Pineapple Ale has been newly tapped. It's the kind of guest beer perfect for summer, and it's sure to get people talking.
MugiWhoa! Pineapple beer? That alone makes me feel tropical! What's it taste like? Is it juice-like?
Hop BroThat's what makes it interesting: it's brewed with about 600 kg of Golden Pine cut by hand. It doesn't rely on concentrated juice or flavoring, so the aroma stays close to fresh fruit flesh.
MugiHand-cutting 600 kg!? Wait, that's basically pineapple training, isn't it? The brewery folks must be turning into pineapples...
Hop BroThe base is Brut IPA. It has a strong hop aroma, but the finish is dry and light, and even the foam carries pineapple character.
MugiBrut IPA sounds tough, but the aftertaste is crisp? That's kind of the opposite of what I'd imagine, and it's fun.
Hop BroExactly. Including the way the carbonation pops, it brings the fruit aroma forward while keeping the drinking feel light. That's why it pairs excellently with meat dishes and is easy to match with salads too.
MugiIf it goes with both meat and salad, then it's officially the perfect meal companion! Having this on a summer night would be almost unfairly fun!
Hop BroWhat's more, Half Yard Shiki is a beer pub that keeps more than 10 draft beers on tap, rotating them seasonally. It also has a large TV, so it's a pretty strong place for dropping in for a casual drink.
MugiThat's the kind of place where you go in intending to have just one drink in Shiki and it becomes dangerous! I want to drink Pineapple Ale, foam and all, right now!
Guest Beer Update at Half Yard Shiki
Half Yard Shiki, on the 3rd floor of the Hayashi Building in Honcho, Shiki City, is a beer pub where you can enjoy craft beers from Japan and abroad on draft. It offers more than 10 craft beers, rotating them seasonally, and its cozy space with a large TV always on is one of its defining features.
In this Instagram post, it introduced Sankt Gallen's "Pineapple Ale" as a "newly tapped beer." This summer-limited fruit beer uses no concentrated juice or flavoring; by hand-cutting and brewing about 600 kg of Golden Pine, it brings out a fresh, juicy aroma from the fruit itself.
The base is Brut IPA, popular for its hop aroma and dryness. Even the foam carries a strong pineapple impression, while the finish stays crisp and light. The bar highlights how well it pairs with meat dishes and salads, presenting it as a beer to enjoy alongside a meal.
The hashtags in the post include Hansharo Beer, West Coast Brewing, Shiga Kogen Beer, and Ise Kadoya Beer, along with Guinness, Heartland, and Hoegaarden. The announcement also conveys the breadth of the shop's ability to welcome both a wide range of craft beers and classic brands.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Half Yard Shiki in Shiki, Sankt Gallen's Pineapple Ale has been newly tapped. It's the kind of guest beer perfect for summer, and it's sure to get people talking.
MugiWhoa! Pineapple beer? That alone makes me feel tropical! What's it taste like? Is it juice-like?
Hop BroThat's what makes it interesting: it's brewed with about 600 kg of Golden Pine cut by hand. It doesn't rely on concentrated juice or flavoring, so the aroma stays close to fresh fruit flesh.
MugiHand-cutting 600 kg!? Wait, that's basically pineapple training, isn't it? The brewery folks must be turning into pineapples...
Hop BroThe base is Brut IPA. It has a strong hop aroma, but the finish is dry and light, and even the foam carries pineapple character.
MugiBrut IPA sounds tough, but the aftertaste is crisp? That's kind of the opposite of what I'd imagine, and it's fun.
Hop BroExactly. Including the way the carbonation pops, it brings the fruit aroma forward while keeping the drinking feel light. That's why it pairs excellently with meat dishes and is easy to match with salads too.
MugiIf it goes with both meat and salad, then it's officially the perfect meal companion! Having this on a summer night would be almost unfairly fun!
Hop BroWhat's more, Half Yard Shiki is a beer pub that keeps more than 10 draft beers on tap, rotating them seasonally. It also has a large TV, so it's a pretty strong place for dropping in for a casual drink.
MugiThat's the kind of place where you go in intending to have just one drink in Shiki and it becomes dangerous! I want to drink Pineapple Ale, foam and all, right now!
