Kikusaka Bitter and Kikusaka Series Ordinary Bitter Newly Tapped at Craft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar Nakano
At the beer pub "Craft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar Nakano" in Nakano, Kanpai! Brewing's "Kikusaka Bitter" and the 3rd batch of "Kikusaka Series Ordinary Bitter," a collaboration with @oasobier, have been newly tapped. In the calm interior, a little away from the bustle in front of the station, you can take your time enjoying craft beer on tap.
Hop BroNakano's new tap opening is heating up. At Craft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar Nakano, they got in Kanpai! Brewing's "Kikusaka Bitter" and the 3rd batch of the collaboration "Kikusaka Series Ordinary Bitter" with @oasobier.
MugiWait! What's the Kikusaka series? It already sounds stylish from the name, but can I even keep up...!
Hop BroDon't worry. Both are Ordinary Bitter-style beers, so instead of slamming you with bold hop character, they're about the toasted malt aroma and easy drinkability.
MugiI see... but ordinary bitter means bitter yet ordinary? Isn't that kind of contradictory already?
Hop BroThat's the interesting part. The bitterness is gentle, so it's basically like an "English bitter that fits into everyday life." It suits a place like Citra Bar Nakano, where you want to drink slowly.
MugiOhh! And being an 8-minute walk from Nakano Station's north exit makes it feel like a little hideaway, which is nice.
Hop BroExactly. In the calm interior a little away from the station-front bustle, there are counter seats and terrace seats too, so it's easy to use whether you're drinking alone or with a group.
MugiAnd they even have all-you-can-drink with 15 kinds of craft beer? I could spend an entire night just following the tap changes...!
Hop BroThe food is strong too. They have the signature Citra Bar Chicken, beef offal stew, deep-fried tofu with aonori seaweed, and even gari-shiso shime saba, so the best part is that you can drink alongside the food.
MugiWhoa, they're serious not just about beer but about the food too...! Then a tasting comparison of "Kikusaka Bitter" and "Kikusaka Series Ordinary Bitter" is definitely going to be fun.
Hop BroYeah, it's nice because it doesn't hit you with hops, but comes on gently with the umami of malt. Tonight makes me want to really take my time with draft beer in Nakano.
MugiIt's settled! I'm in the mood to start with just one glass today too. Let's go drink something calm and delicious at Citra Bar Nakano!
New Tap Details
According to an Instagram post from Craft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar Nakano, "Kikusaka Bitter" and the 3rd batch of "Kikusaka Series Ordinary Bitter," a collaboration with @oasobier have been newly tapped. The post announced that they were "newly tapped since yesterday," encouraging beer fans to come by early.
"Kikusaka Bitter" is an Ordinary Bitter by Kanpai! Brewing. It is introduced as a light, easy-to-drink beer that suits unhurried time spent at a beer bar. The other beer, "Kikusaka Series Ordinary Bitter," is also a bottle to watch for, as another bitter-style pour meant to be enjoyed as part of everyday drinking.
Features of the Shop
Citra Bar Nakano is a beer pub located about an 8-minute walk from the north exit of Nakano Station. Set a little away from the bustle in front of the station, the compact interior has a relaxed atmosphere. In addition to table seating and counter seating, there is also terrace seating, making it easy to use for solo drinking or meals with a few people.
The drink selection centers on craft beer and craft lemon sours. The official site also advertises all-you-can-drink plans including 15 kinds of craft beer, so there is plenty of fun in following the rotating taps. On the food side, the lineup includes the house specialty Citra Bar Chicken, as well as assorted appetizers, beef offal stew, deep-fried tofu with aonori seaweed, gari-shiso shime saba, and today’s donabe rice, offering a classic izakaya-style selection.
Highlights for Beer Lovers
What stands out in this tap opening is that both beers belong to the Ordinary Bitter style. Rather than pushing with flashy hop character, they are the kind of beers that let you enjoy toasted malt character and drinkability, which makes them easy to pair with food. In a place like Citra Bar Nakano, where the menu is wide-ranging, having a bitter-style draft beer like this makes it easy to drink straight through from appetizers to the final course.
If you are looking for draft craft beer in Nakano, this new tap opening is worth checking out. It is a place to remember as a spot where you can try new taps alongside food in a relaxed setting.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroNakano's new tap opening is heating up. At Craft Beer Sakaba Citra Bar Nakano, they got in Kanpai! Brewing's "Kikusaka Bitter" and the 3rd batch of the collaboration "Kikusaka Series Ordinary Bitter" with @oasobier.
MugiWait! What's the Kikusaka series? It already sounds stylish from the name, but can I even keep up...!
Hop BroDon't worry. Both are Ordinary Bitter-style beers, so instead of slamming you with bold hop character, they're about the toasted malt aroma and easy drinkability.
MugiI see... but ordinary bitter means bitter yet ordinary? Isn't that kind of contradictory already?
Hop BroThat's the interesting part. The bitterness is gentle, so it's basically like an "English bitter that fits into everyday life." It suits a place like Citra Bar Nakano, where you want to drink slowly.
MugiOhh! And being an 8-minute walk from Nakano Station's north exit makes it feel like a little hideaway, which is nice.
Hop BroExactly. In the calm interior a little away from the station-front bustle, there are counter seats and terrace seats too, so it's easy to use whether you're drinking alone or with a group.
MugiAnd they even have all-you-can-drink with 15 kinds of craft beer? I could spend an entire night just following the tap changes...!
Hop BroThe food is strong too. They have the signature Citra Bar Chicken, beef offal stew, deep-fried tofu with aonori seaweed, and even gari-shiso shime saba, so the best part is that you can drink alongside the food.
MugiWhoa, they're serious not just about beer but about the food too...! Then a tasting comparison of "Kikusaka Bitter" and "Kikusaka Series Ordinary Bitter" is definitely going to be fun.
Hop BroYeah, it's nice because it doesn't hit you with hops, but comes on gently with the umami of malt. Tonight makes me want to really take my time with draft beer in Nakano.
MugiIt's settled! I'm in the mood to start with just one glass today too. Let's go drink something calm and delicious at Citra Bar Nakano!
