Hongo Kikuzaka Town Camos previews a rosemary craft beer
Hongo Kikuzaka Town Camos in Bunkyo, Tokyo, says it will unveil a special craft beer made with rosemary harvested from the rooftop of Toyo Gakuen University at an event this weekend. The brewery also shared a photo of focaccia baked with the same herb, highlighting a small local cycle from neighborhood produce to the table.
Hop BroThis preview from Hongo Kikuzakacho Kamosu really caught my attention. They're planning to unveil a new craft beer this weekend using rosemary grown on Toyo Gakuen University's rooftop.
MugiWait, rooftop rosemary is becoming beer? I thought its whole job was just sitting politely on roasted potatoes!
Hop BroAnd the post also showed fragrant focaccia baked with that same rosemary. One herb connecting food and beer is a pretty great little local loop.
MugiWhoa! But what was that botanical aroma thing you almost said? It sounds like I wandered into a luxury skincare aisle!
Hop BroBotanical just means aroma or character that comes from plants. With rosemary here, think herbal, piney notes rising gently from the glass.
MugiOkay, so this is basically a garden-walk beer? No official name yet, but my expectations are already running laps!
Hop BroThat's the fun part: the beer name is unreleased, and the style hasn't been announced either. Could be an ale, could lean saison, and that kind of mystery gets beer nerds going.
MugiA saison? What's that! The style is still secret and you're already hosting a full brew meeting in your head!
Hop BroA saison is a lighter, expressive beer style that often pairs well with herbs. But the real charm here is turning a small local cycle into something you can actually drink.
MugiFrom a Bunkyo rooftop to the table and the tap, that's ridiculously charming. This weekend I want that one special pour with focaccia on the side!
Hop BroSame here. When a neighborhood's own aroma makes it into the glass, that's the good stuff. This rosemary beer sounds like one I need to try in person.
Hongo Kikuzaka Town Camos, a brewery and taproom in Bunkyo, Tokyo, shared a post about a local rosemary project linked to Toyo Gakuen University. According to the post, a customer took home rosemary harvested from the university rooftop and later sent back a photo of focaccia baked with it.
From neighborhood herbs to the table
The brewery described the scene as a small cycle that makes everyday life a little richer. The focaccia photo shows the herb used simply and visibly, with rosemary placed on top of the bread before baking.
A rosemary beer is next
Camos also said a special craft beer using the Toyo Gakuen University rosemary will be introduced at an event this weekend. The shop added that more rosemary is still available for customers who would like some, and asked them to speak with staff.
As a brewery rooted in Hongo, the project fits Camos' neighborhood-focused approach. Using a locally grown herb in both food and beer gives the release a clear connection to place, while keeping the announcement grounded in everyday ingredients rather than a one-off gimmick.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThis preview from Hongo Kikuzakacho Kamosu really caught my attention. They're planning to unveil a new craft beer this weekend using rosemary grown on Toyo Gakuen University's rooftop.
MugiWait, rooftop rosemary is becoming beer? I thought its whole job was just sitting politely on roasted potatoes!
Hop BroAnd the post also showed fragrant focaccia baked with that same rosemary. One herb connecting food and beer is a pretty great little local loop.
MugiWhoa! But what was that botanical aroma thing you almost said? It sounds like I wandered into a luxury skincare aisle!
Hop BroBotanical just means aroma or character that comes from plants. With rosemary here, think herbal, piney notes rising gently from the glass.
MugiOkay, so this is basically a garden-walk beer? No official name yet, but my expectations are already running laps!
Hop BroThat's the fun part: the beer name is unreleased, and the style hasn't been announced either. Could be an ale, could lean saison, and that kind of mystery gets beer nerds going.
MugiA saison? What's that! The style is still secret and you're already hosting a full brew meeting in your head!
Hop BroA saison is a lighter, expressive beer style that often pairs well with herbs. But the real charm here is turning a small local cycle into something you can actually drink.
MugiFrom a Bunkyo rooftop to the table and the tap, that's ridiculously charming. This weekend I want that one special pour with focaccia on the side!
Hop BroSame here. When a neighborhood's own aroma makes it into the glass, that's the good stuff. This rosemary beer sounds like one I need to try in person.
