Craft Beer Spot Hathor Adds Minamishinshu Beer and Minoh Beer to the Draft Lineup on 3/27
The beer pub "Craft Beer Spot Hathor" in Osaka's Kyobashi has released its tap list for March 27. The lineup includes labels such as Minamishinshu Beer, Minoh Beer, and T.Y. Harbor, offering a wide range from fruit beers and IPAs to lagers and dark beers.
Hop BroOsaka's Kyobashi Craft Beer Spot Hathor has a pretty strong draft lineup for March 27. I like that it has 16 taps and covers everything from classics to more unusual picks.
MugiWhat, 16 taps!? If there are that many, wouldn't indecisive people just melt at the entrance?
Hop BroAnd the highlight is Minamishinshu Beer's Apple Hop Ringo Sanchi Ver. It's a sparkling ale made with apples from the Ina Valley in Shinshu, and the apple aroma and acidity are layered with hop character.
MugiWhat is that! I thought apples plus hops would turn into a sweet juice flavor. It's not like that?
Hop BroThat's what makes it interesting. It's not just sweet; it brings out the aroma while still giving it some crispness. And on top of that, it won a silver medal at the JAPAN GREAT BEER AWARDS 2023, so it's the real thing.
MugiOhhh! Then IPA fans might want Minoh Beer's Rockin' Osaru IPA. The name alone already sounds way too energetic!
Hop BroThis is a stronger version of the standard "Osaru IPA," brought up to 8.5% ABV, with a grapefruit-like aroma and solid bitterness. It's the kind of beer that hits when you want IPA with some punch.
Mugi8.5%!? That's already too rockin'. It's almost scary that it lives up to its name!
Hop BroThe recommended section isn't to be underestimated either: Chimay Blue, Tomodachi Saison, and Peanut Butter Milk Stout are all there. From dark beers to saison and dessert-like stout, the range is really nice.
MugiIf they also have house-smoked dishes, isn't that basically a win? I'm also curious about the Helles and Yuzu Howaite, and now there are just too many reasons to drink in Kyobashi!
Hop BroExactly. Today is all about comparing aromas and bitterness, and if you pair that with smoked dishes too, it'll be perfect. This is definitely one of those places that makes both of us want to go right now.
At Craft Beer Spot Hathor in Osaka's Kyobashi, the draft lineup for March 27 has been announced. With 16 taps and the venue's own smoked dishes, the selection is balanced, from classic styles to more distinctive brews.
Highlights of the day
- In the fruit beer category, Minamishinshu Beer's Apple Hop Ringo Sanchi Ver makes an appearance. This sparkling ale uses apples from the Ina Valley in Shinshu, and its refreshing aroma and acidity blend with hop character. It also won a silver award at the Japan Great Beer Awards 2023.
- In the IPA category, Minoh Beer's Rockin' Osaru IPA stands out. It is a stronger version of the standard "Osaru IPA," raised to 8.5% ABV, and is characterized by aromas reminiscent of grapefruit and passion fruit, along with firm bitterness.
- In the recommended section, Chimay Blue from Scourmont Abbey, Tomodachi Saison from Himitsu Beer × Tone × Kemupar, and Peanut Butter Milk Stout from Belching Beaver are listed. From dark beers to saison and dessert-like stout, the range for tasting comparisons is broad.
Other drafts
Also on the day's lineup were T.Y. Harbor × Hathor's Kyobashi Helles ~ Stay of Execution ~, De Dues du Ciel!'s Sentinel (Lookout), Minoh Beer's BATON 010 Pilsner and Yuzu Howaite, T.Y. Harbor's Extreme Chidoriaashi 2025, Minamishinshu Beer's Cask Red, and Trademark's Ocean Thunder WC IPA.
Hathor is a place to go in Kyobashi when you want a wide selection of craft beer. From aromatic fruit beers to bitter IPAs and dark beers meant to be sipped slowly, the lineup makes food pairings easy to build. Paired with smoked dishes, the character of the draft beers should stand out even more.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroOsaka's Kyobashi Craft Beer Spot Hathor has a pretty strong draft lineup for March 27. I like that it has 16 taps and covers everything from classics to more unusual picks.
MugiWhat, 16 taps!? If there are that many, wouldn't indecisive people just melt at the entrance?
Hop BroAnd the highlight is Minamishinshu Beer's Apple Hop Ringo Sanchi Ver. It's a sparkling ale made with apples from the Ina Valley in Shinshu, and the apple aroma and acidity are layered with hop character.
MugiWhat is that! I thought apples plus hops would turn into a sweet juice flavor. It's not like that?
Hop BroThat's what makes it interesting. It's not just sweet; it brings out the aroma while still giving it some crispness. And on top of that, it won a silver medal at the JAPAN GREAT BEER AWARDS 2023, so it's the real thing.
MugiOhhh! Then IPA fans might want Minoh Beer's Rockin' Osaru IPA. The name alone already sounds way too energetic!
Hop BroThis is a stronger version of the standard "Osaru IPA," brought up to 8.5% ABV, with a grapefruit-like aroma and solid bitterness. It's the kind of beer that hits when you want IPA with some punch.
Mugi8.5%!? That's already too rockin'. It's almost scary that it lives up to its name!
Hop BroThe recommended section isn't to be underestimated either: Chimay Blue, Tomodachi Saison, and Peanut Butter Milk Stout are all there. From dark beers to saison and dessert-like stout, the range is really nice.
MugiIf they also have house-smoked dishes, isn't that basically a win? I'm also curious about the Helles and Yuzu Howaite, and now there are just too many reasons to drink in Kyobashi!
Hop BroExactly. Today is all about comparing aromas and bitterness, and if you pair that with smoked dishes too, it'll be perfect. This is definitely one of those places that makes both of us want to go right now.
