At Half Yard Shiki, Hansharo Beer "M Shake Matcha Flavor" and SHIKI BEER White Are on Tap
At the beer pub "Half Yard Shiki" in Shiki, two newly connected beers were introduced. Hansharo Beer’s milkshake ale "M Shake ~Matcha Flavor~" and SHIKI BEER’s "White" are lined up side by side, offering a striking contrast between rich matcha intensity and the easy-drinking character of a light wheat ale.
Hop BroAt Half Yard Shiki in Shiki, two beers from Hansharo Beer and SHIKI BEER were tapped. Putting a rich, full-bodied beer next to a light, easygoing one makes for a pretty interesting lineup.
MugiWhat! A matcha beer? That’s basically dessert already! And they’re taking that kind of bold approach at a beer pub? That’s intense!
Hop BroThe star this time is Hansharo Beer’s M Shake ~Matcha Flavor~. It’s a milkshake ale that layers Shizuoka-grown matcha with oats and lactose to create a smooth texture.
MugiLactose? What is that, and is that even allowed in beer!? This is starting to feel like a science experiment, and my brain can’t keep up!
Hop BroLactose adds a gentle sweetness, and because yeast can’t fully ferment it, it gives the beer a rounder mouthfeel. On top of that come the bitterness of matcha and hop aromas that hint at strawberry and honeydew melon.
MugiWhat! Even mango-like aromas? It’s matcha, but there’s so much going on! Sweet and green at the same time? That’s delicious chaos!
Hop BroThe other beer is SHIKI BEER’s White. It’s a wheat ale made with wheat, and the yeast’s fruitiness combines with house-grown fresh hops to make it easy to drink.
MugiOhhh! With that easygoing 4% ABV, it sounds like something you could gulp down on a hot day. If you drink it after a rich matcha shake ale, your throat might actually applaud!
Hop BroExactly. When you compare rich and easygoing side by side, you really get a feel for what Half Yard Shiki is pouring right now. The lineup itself becomes part of the experience.
MugiI’m completely at I want to drink this right now levels! The thick, creamy matcha character and the smooth drinkability of White together mean one glass definitely won’t be enough!
At the beer pub "Half Yard Shiki" in Shiki, two beers newly connected to the taps were introduced. Inside the pub, guests can enjoy a lineup that pairs distinctive guest beers with SHIKI BEER, which carries the venue’s name.
The first beer featured this time is Hansharo Beer "M Shake ~Matcha Flavor~". It is a milkshake ale made generously with matcha from Shizuoka Prefecture, and its defining features are the smooth mouthfeel created by oats and lactose. The hop-derived aroma is said to include hints of strawberry, honeydew melon, and even mango-like nuances, making it a beer that can be enjoyed almost like dessert.
The second is SHIKI BEER "White". This is a light wheat ale made with wheat, and in addition to yeast-derived fruitiness, it is said to carry the fresh aroma of house-grown fresh hops. Bitterness is restrained, and with its easygoing 4% ABV, it is introduced as a beer that goes down smoothly even during seasons of rising heat and humidity.
Half Yard Shiki is a beer pub in Honcho, Shiki City, Saitama Prefecture. Centered on craft beer, its appeal lies in how its character changes depending on what is on tap that day. By comparing the richly dense matcha shake ale with the smoothly drinkable white ale, you get a clear sense of the pub’s current lineup.
Featured Beers
- Hansharo Beer "M Shake ~Matcha Flavor~"
- SHIKI BEER "White"
Venue Information
- Name: Half Yard Shiki
- Type: Beer pub
- Address: 5-25-12 Honcho, Shiki City, Saitama Prefecture, Hayashi Building 3F
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Half Yard Shiki in Shiki, two beers from Hansharo Beer and SHIKI BEER were tapped. Putting a rich, full-bodied beer next to a light, easygoing one makes for a pretty interesting lineup.
MugiWhat! A matcha beer? That’s basically dessert already! And they’re taking that kind of bold approach at a beer pub? That’s intense!
Hop BroThe star this time is Hansharo Beer’s M Shake ~Matcha Flavor~. It’s a milkshake ale that layers Shizuoka-grown matcha with oats and lactose to create a smooth texture.
MugiLactose? What is that, and is that even allowed in beer!? This is starting to feel like a science experiment, and my brain can’t keep up!
Hop BroLactose adds a gentle sweetness, and because yeast can’t fully ferment it, it gives the beer a rounder mouthfeel. On top of that come the bitterness of matcha and hop aromas that hint at strawberry and honeydew melon.
MugiWhat! Even mango-like aromas? It’s matcha, but there’s so much going on! Sweet and green at the same time? That’s delicious chaos!
Hop BroThe other beer is SHIKI BEER’s White. It’s a wheat ale made with wheat, and the yeast’s fruitiness combines with house-grown fresh hops to make it easy to drink.
MugiOhhh! With that easygoing 4% ABV, it sounds like something you could gulp down on a hot day. If you drink it after a rich matcha shake ale, your throat might actually applaud!
Hop BroExactly. When you compare rich and easygoing side by side, you really get a feel for what Half Yard Shiki is pouring right now. The lineup itself becomes part of the experience.
MugiI’m completely at I want to drink this right now levels! The thick, creamy matcha character and the smooth drinkability of White together mean one glass definitely won’t be enough!
