Introducing Mother’s Day Beer (Alt) from Shonan Beer’s Brewery Direct Sales Basement
From Kumazawa Sake Brewery’s “Brewery Direct Sales Basement,” Shonan Beer’s seasonal limited release “Mother’s Day Beer (Alt)” has been introduced. It is characterized by elegant malt sweetness and a fruity, delicate flavor, making it a spring beer to enjoy around April and May.
Hop BroToday we’re introducing Shonan Beer’s Mother’s Day Beer (Alt). It’s a spring-themed limited release that was introduced from Kumazawa Sake Brewery’s Brewery Direct Sales Basement.
MugiWait, you can choose beer in a basement!? And it’s called Mother’s Day Beer? Just the name already makes me curious~!
Hop BroExactly. It’s located in Kagawa, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, in the basement of mokichi cafe. The great part is that you can browse sake, beer, and craft gin at a relaxed pace.
MugiHuh~! But what’s an Alt? I’m already feeling like my brain is full of foam with ale and lager and everything!
Hop BroAlt is a traditional top-fermented beer that originated in Düsseldorf, where the yeast works higher up during fermentation. That makes the aroma come through softly, but this one is more about balance than flashiness.
MugiI see! So the point is the malt sweetness?
Hop BroThat’s right. The official description says it is fruity and delicate, with an elegant malt sweetness that lingers gently. It’s built to accompany the table without being overly showy.
MugiOh, so it would go well with spring vegetables too! If it pairs with just about any dish, isn’t it pretty versatile?
Hop BroExactly. As a spring beer, the nice thing is that you can enjoy it around April and May. It also works well as a Mother’s Day gift, and there’s fun in choosing a limited label too.
MugiAnd the direct-sales shop even has paid tastings, right? Being able to try it before buying is super reassuring!
Hop BroYep, the charm of a brewery-run shop is that you can choose slowly in a calm underground space. So yeah, let’s say this is the kind of article that makes you want to head to Chigasaki and toast with a spring Alt.
Highlights
Shonan Beer’s seasonal limited-edition beer, “Mother’s Day Beer (Alt),” is being featured from Kumazawa Sake Brewery’s direct-sales base, the “Brewery Direct Sales Basement.” The Basement is a direct-sales shop set up under mokichi cafe in the fall of 2020, offering a relaxed space where you can browse Kumazawa Sake Brewery’s sake, beer, and craft gin at your leisure. Paid tastings are also available, making it easy to check the flavor before buying.
What Is Mother’s Day Beer (Alt)?
“Mother’s Day Beer (Alt)” is a traditional top-fermented beer that originated in Düsseldorf. According to the official website, it is defined by elegant malt sweetness and a fruity, delicate flavor, and is said to pair well with just about any dish. It is sold around April to May. This seasonal limited release fits both spring celebrations and gift-giving needs.
Where to Buy Shonan Beer
If you want to pick up Shonan Beer, the Brewery Direct Sales Basement in Kagawa, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture is an easy place to check out. In a calm underground space, being able to compare limited labels and seasonal offerings while choosing is one of the pleasures of a brewery-owned shop. When you drink it after learning the story behind the label, the same glass can leave a slightly different impression.
Tasting Notes
This beer is not the kind that overwhelms you with a flashy aroma; instead, it is designed to accompany the table with the outline of malt and a subtle fruitiness. It seems well suited to spring vegetable appetizers, lightly salted dishes, and plates that work across Japanese and Western styles. It is for people looking for a beer whose appeal comes through gradually during a meal rather than through showiness.
Shop Information
- Shop name: Shonan Beer / Brewery Direct Sales Basement
- Address: 7-10-7 Kagawa, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture
- Direct-sales shop hours: Weekdays 10:00-17:30, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 9:00-17:30
- Closed: Tuesdays
The appeal of this shop is that, at a brewery in Shonan, you can take your time choosing from seasonal labels. If you are picking out one bottle for Mother’s Day, this limited Alt is one you will want to keep in mind.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday we’re introducing Shonan Beer’s Mother’s Day Beer (Alt). It’s a spring-themed limited release that was introduced from Kumazawa Sake Brewery’s Brewery Direct Sales Basement.
MugiWait, you can choose beer in a basement!? And it’s called Mother’s Day Beer? Just the name already makes me curious~!
Hop BroExactly. It’s located in Kagawa, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, in the basement of mokichi cafe. The great part is that you can browse sake, beer, and craft gin at a relaxed pace.
MugiHuh~! But what’s an Alt? I’m already feeling like my brain is full of foam with ale and lager and everything!
Hop BroAlt is a traditional top-fermented beer that originated in Düsseldorf, where the yeast works higher up during fermentation. That makes the aroma come through softly, but this one is more about balance than flashiness.
MugiI see! So the point is the malt sweetness?
Hop BroThat’s right. The official description says it is fruity and delicate, with an elegant malt sweetness that lingers gently. It’s built to accompany the table without being overly showy.
MugiOh, so it would go well with spring vegetables too! If it pairs with just about any dish, isn’t it pretty versatile?
Hop BroExactly. As a spring beer, the nice thing is that you can enjoy it around April and May. It also works well as a Mother’s Day gift, and there’s fun in choosing a limited label too.
MugiAnd the direct-sales shop even has paid tastings, right? Being able to try it before buying is super reassuring!
Hop BroYep, the charm of a brewery-run shop is that you can choose slowly in a calm underground space. So yeah, let’s say this is the kind of article that makes you want to head to Chigasaki and toast with a spring Alt.
