CraftBeerSpot Hathor adds Minoh Beer and Isekadoya to its 7/4 draft lineup
CraftBeerSpot Hathor, a beer pub in Kyobashi, Osaka, has released its 7/4 draft list. The lineup centers on two real-ale Minoh Beer pours, alongside Isekadoya, a collaboration saison, and more.
Hop BroAt Kyobashi's Craft Beer Spot Hathor, the July 4 tap update looks excellent. Two Minoh Beer pours lead the list, with Isekadoya and collabs backing them up.
MugiWait, what! Real ale version means what exactly? Like the beer wakes up and starts introducing itself?
Hop BroClose, but not quite. It is more about a softer mouthfeel, gentle natural carbonation, and aroma that opens up in a relaxed way.
MugiOhhh! Then Pale Ale Real Ale ver sounds easygoing but still full of character!
Hop BroExactly. Citrus hop aroma, pleasant bitterness, and a clean finish make it a great food beer that works with both Japanese and Western dishes.
MugiThen what about W-IPA Real Ale ver? The name sounds like it does push-ups before breakfast!
Hop BroThat one really is a powerhouse. Brewed with 2.5 times the malt and hops, it is a 9% strong ale built for slow post-meal sipping.
MugiWow, the closing beer is the main character! But Sakekasu Hazy IPA ZAKU Natsuzake from Isekadoya sounds wild too!
Hop BroThat one is clever. It layers hazy IPA haze and tropical notes with ginjo-like nuance, making it a summer-ready design with pineapple and pear notes but a slightly dry finish.
MugiHold on, that is a lot already! And what is barrel aged supposed to mean? Beer taking a nap inside a cask?
Hop BroBasically a grown-up nap. Bourbon Barrel Aged Shadowplay 2025 is a rich stout with chocolate, coffee, toasted coconut, tonka bean, and banana notes, plus a 2024 version for comparison, and Hathor has 16 taps and house-smoked food to match.
MugiThen it is settled! If the lineup runs from Super Dry to collabs, I want to start with the pale ale and end with the stout at Hathor right now!
Minoh Beer takes center stage
For today’s openings, Hathor features two Minoh Beer pours: "Pale Ale Real Ale Ver" and "W-IPA Real Ale Ver." The Pale Ale brings citrusy hop aroma, pleasant bitterness, and a clean finish, with a balance designed to work well alongside food. It is the kind of beer that fits easily at the table.
The W-IPA is a stronger statement piece. Brewed with 2.5 times the usual malt and hops, it comes in at 9% ABV and layers hop aroma, bitterness, and a rich malt profile. It is presented as a beer to sip slowly, making it a natural choice after a meal or as a final glass of the night.
From summer-friendly aromatics to barrel-aged depth
Isekadoya Beer’s "Sakekasu Hazy IPA ZAKU Natsuzake" adds a seasonal twist, combining the hazy IPA’s tropical hop character with notes that recall ginjo sake. The aroma suggests pineapple and pear, while the recipe leans a little drier, making it easier to keep drinking even in the heat of summer.
On the darker side, "Bourbon Barrel Aged Shadowplay 2025" brings a more contemplative finish. Built on aged base beer, it layers chocolate, coffee, toasted coconut, tonka bean, and banana nuances into a rich, slow-sipping strong stout. A 2024 version is also listed, giving beer fans something to compare.
A 16-tap beer pub in Kyobashi
CraftBeerSpot Hathor is a beer pub in Kyobashi, Osaka, with 16 taps and house-smoked food. That setup makes the bar well suited to a lineup that ranges from crisp lagers and wheat beers to hop-driven ales, strong IPAs, wheat wine, and barrel-aged dark beer.
The draft board also includes Asahi’s "Super Dry," Isekadoya’s "Fresh Pressed Beyond the Pacific" and "Ume White," Oni Densetsu Beer’s "Yuya Boys IPL Jamboree SP Ver," Good Hops’ "Tono no Wind," and a collaboration beer, "Sage" from Falo Brewing × Karakuri. It is a broad, food-friendly list that works for both casual pints and more serious tasting sessions.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Kyobashi's Craft Beer Spot Hathor, the July 4 tap update looks excellent. Two Minoh Beer pours lead the list, with Isekadoya and collabs backing them up.
MugiWait, what! Real ale version means what exactly? Like the beer wakes up and starts introducing itself?
Hop BroClose, but not quite. It is more about a softer mouthfeel, gentle natural carbonation, and aroma that opens up in a relaxed way.
MugiOhhh! Then Pale Ale Real Ale ver sounds easygoing but still full of character!
Hop BroExactly. Citrus hop aroma, pleasant bitterness, and a clean finish make it a great food beer that works with both Japanese and Western dishes.
MugiThen what about W-IPA Real Ale ver? The name sounds like it does push-ups before breakfast!
Hop BroThat one really is a powerhouse. Brewed with 2.5 times the malt and hops, it is a 9% strong ale built for slow post-meal sipping.
MugiWow, the closing beer is the main character! But Sakekasu Hazy IPA ZAKU Natsuzake from Isekadoya sounds wild too!
Hop BroThat one is clever. It layers hazy IPA haze and tropical notes with ginjo-like nuance, making it a summer-ready design with pineapple and pear notes but a slightly dry finish.
MugiHold on, that is a lot already! And what is barrel aged supposed to mean? Beer taking a nap inside a cask?
Hop BroBasically a grown-up nap. Bourbon Barrel Aged Shadowplay 2025 is a rich stout with chocolate, coffee, toasted coconut, tonka bean, and banana notes, plus a 2024 version for comparison, and Hathor has 16 taps and house-smoked food to match.
MugiThen it is settled! If the lineup runs from Super Dry to collabs, I want to start with the pale ale and end with the stout at Hathor right now!
