Izuya Shoten receives Sankt Gallen’s Black Cat Beer in two styles
Izuya Shoten in Nakanobu, Tokyo, has added Sankt Gallen’s “Black Cat Beer” to its lineup. The release comes in Brut IPA and Pale Ale versions, and part of the sales will be donated to cat rescue activities.
Hop BroIzuya Shoten in Nakanobu just got Kuro Neko no Okimochi Beer in two versions, and that’s today’s big topic.
MugiWhat! That name already has me sold! A black cat theme is such a cheap shot, and it totally works!
Hop BroAnd it’s brewed by Sankt Gallen, with Brut IPA and Pale Ale arriving as the pair.
MugiHold on, Brut IPA? What is that supposed to be? It sounds fancy and feral at the same time!
Hop BroIn plain terms, it’s very dry and sharp, basically a clean, crisp finish with tropical hops popping like crackers.
MugiOooh, got it! Then what about the Pale Ale one? Is that the more lap-cat version?
Hop BroPretty much. It leans on citrus hop aroma and soft malt richness, so the easy-drinking balance is the whole charm.
MugiSame series, totally different personalities? That’s a side-by-side flight if I’ve ever heard one!
Hop BroAnd there’s a good story behind it too: the beer is inspired by a rescued black cat, and part of sales supports rescue cats.
MugiOkay, cute and meaningful. But you also dropped brewery cat earlier like I was supposed to know that!
Hop BroThat’s the old brewery tradition of cats protecting malt from mice, so this beer carries a cat-and-beer history with it too.
MugiThat’s it, I’m in. You start with the Brut IPA, I’ll start with the Pale Ale, and then we drink both versions!
Izuya Shoten in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has received Sankt Gallen’s “Black Cat Beer” as a new guest offering. This release is available in two versions, `Brut IPA` and `Pale Ale`, giving drinkers a clear choice between two different expressions of the same concept. The beer is modeled after a black cat that was rescued near the brewery and is now kept by the staff. It also echoes the old tradition of “brewery cats,” which were historically kept around breweries to protect malt.
Beers available
- Black Cat Beer Brut IPA
Dry and sharp, with cracker-like bursts and tropical hop character. A fit for drinkers who prefer a crisp, punchy finish.
- Black Cat Beer Pale Ale
Bright citrus hop aroma with a soft body and an easy, gentle finish.
Izuya Shoten is a beer pub in Nakanobu, Tokyo, and guest beers like this are a natural fit for the venue. The appeal here is not only the flavor range, but also the charitable angle: part of the sales goes to cat rescue efforts. If you like comparing styles side by side, this is a release worth noting.
Reference: Izuya Shoten blog post
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroIzuya Shoten in Nakanobu just got Kuro Neko no Okimochi Beer in two versions, and that’s today’s big topic.
MugiWhat! That name already has me sold! A black cat theme is such a cheap shot, and it totally works!
Hop BroAnd it’s brewed by Sankt Gallen, with Brut IPA and Pale Ale arriving as the pair.
MugiHold on, Brut IPA? What is that supposed to be? It sounds fancy and feral at the same time!
Hop BroIn plain terms, it’s very dry and sharp, basically a clean, crisp finish with tropical hops popping like crackers.
MugiOooh, got it! Then what about the Pale Ale one? Is that the more lap-cat version?
Hop BroPretty much. It leans on citrus hop aroma and soft malt richness, so the easy-drinking balance is the whole charm.
MugiSame series, totally different personalities? That’s a side-by-side flight if I’ve ever heard one!
Hop BroAnd there’s a good story behind it too: the beer is inspired by a rescued black cat, and part of sales supports rescue cats.
MugiOkay, cute and meaningful. But you also dropped brewery cat earlier like I was supposed to know that!
Hop BroThat’s the old brewery tradition of cats protecting malt from mice, so this beer carries a cat-and-beer history with it too.
MugiThat’s it, I’m in. You start with the Brut IPA, I’ll start with the Pale Ale, and then we drink both versions!
