KUNITACHI "903" tapped at Beer shop Llama, NITRO service begins
At Beer shop Llama in Mitaka City, Tokyo, KUNITACHI BREWERY's standard altbier "903" has been newly tapped. It is being served with NITRO gas; on the day of the post it is non-carbonated, and from next week onward it will be poured for an even smoother mouthfeel. The current tap list ranges widely from sour, pilsner, saison, DIPA to porter.
Hop BroAt Beer shop Llama near Mitaka Station, KUNITACHI BREWERY's standard "903" is newly tapped. It's an Altbier at ABV 4.5%, and a calm beer like this coming in really gets me excited.
MugiWhoa! What's an Altbier anyway? What kind of creature is Altbier, some mysterious slot in the beer world!?
Hop BroIn short, it's top-fermented in the German style, but the drinking experience leans crisp. This 903 has a gentle spicy aroma, with malty toast and nutty notes that come through gradually.
MugiHuh! But once the description starts talking about hop-derived aroma, it suddenly feels like chemistry class!
Hop BroThat's what makes it interesting. The hop aroma, the yeast's subtle fruitiness, and the malt richness overlap, so it's light but not thin. And today it's served with NITRO gas, so because it's non-carbonated the mouthfeel is soft.
MugiNon-carbonated means no bubbles!? So even though it's beer, you can drink it all fluffy and soft, that's kind of weird!
Hop BroExactly. Today's serve is not too sharp, and from next week onward it should lean even smoother. If you want to enjoy the texture of the foam, a smooth mouthfeel is the target.
MugiAnd the tap list is strong too! Sour and pilsner too are on there, the choices are so broad I'd be letting out a happy scream inside the shop!
Hop BroYeah, Jofu's Medieval Scents, KOBO's Dekoboko Pilsner, CYCAD's Hanami, and so on, covering everything from crisp styles to more unique ones. Plus the IPA/DIPA lineup is solid, so hop lovers will be satisfied.
MugiThis lineup in Mitaka is unfair! If it's usable as either the first stop or for a tasting comparison, it makes me want to go right now!
Hop BroBottom line, Beer shop Llama is fun whether you drop in casually or settle in for a slow drink. Start with 903 and calm down, then attack the taps according to your mood - let's make it tonight's beer candidate.
MugiDeal! I'll start with 903, and hop-brother can be the one who talks and drinks everything. Tonight, my throat is completely waiting for beer already!
At the beer pub Beer shop Llama (1F Inoue Building, 3-23-5 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka City, Tokyo) near Mitaka Station, new tap information has been updated. This time's star is KUNITACHI BREWERY's "903". The style is Altbier, and the ABV is 4.5%.
The post explains the gentle, spicy hop-derived aroma, the subtle fruity notes from the yeast, and the toasty, nutty richness from the malt, describing a balance between lightness and gentle sweetness. It is served with NITRO gas, and on the day of the post it is non-carbonated. From next week onward, it will be served aiming for an even smoother mouthfeel.
The tap list released at the same time is also impressive. "Medieval Scents" from Jofu (Unhopped Sour), "Dekoboko Pilsner" from KOBO (Pilsner), and "Hanami" from CYCAD (Specialty Saison) are among the options, offering a wide range of choices from crisp styles to character-driven beers, making it easy to compare beers according to your mood. In addition, hop-forward labels such as Ushitora's "C-cho Dubble ni Goyojin", Stoup's "Chrome Posies", and WCB's "Full Hop Alchemist r7" are also on tap, making it a lineup that IPA/DIPA fans won't want to miss.
From the overall tone of the shop's post, you can feel the atmosphere of dropping in casually as part of daily life and enjoying one beer carefully. It is a place to check out as a craft beer hub in the Mitaka area, easy to use both as the first stop on a weekend night out and for beer comparison outings.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Beer shop Llama near Mitaka Station, KUNITACHI BREWERY's standard "903" is newly tapped. It's an Altbier at ABV 4.5%, and a calm beer like this coming in really gets me excited.
MugiWhoa! What's an Altbier anyway? What kind of creature is Altbier, some mysterious slot in the beer world!?
Hop BroIn short, it's top-fermented in the German style, but the drinking experience leans crisp. This 903 has a gentle spicy aroma, with malty toast and nutty notes that come through gradually.
MugiHuh! But once the description starts talking about hop-derived aroma, it suddenly feels like chemistry class!
Hop BroThat's what makes it interesting. The hop aroma, the yeast's subtle fruitiness, and the malt richness overlap, so it's light but not thin. And today it's served with NITRO gas, so because it's non-carbonated the mouthfeel is soft.
MugiNon-carbonated means no bubbles!? So even though it's beer, you can drink it all fluffy and soft, that's kind of weird!
Hop BroExactly. Today's serve is not too sharp, and from next week onward it should lean even smoother. If you want to enjoy the texture of the foam, a smooth mouthfeel is the target.
MugiAnd the tap list is strong too! Sour and pilsner too are on there, the choices are so broad I'd be letting out a happy scream inside the shop!
Hop BroYeah, Jofu's Medieval Scents, KOBO's Dekoboko Pilsner, CYCAD's Hanami, and so on, covering everything from crisp styles to more unique ones. Plus the IPA/DIPA lineup is solid, so hop lovers will be satisfied.
MugiThis lineup in Mitaka is unfair! If it's usable as either the first stop or for a tasting comparison, it makes me want to go right now!
Hop BroBottom line, Beer shop Llama is fun whether you drop in casually or settle in for a slow drink. Start with 903 and calm down, then attack the taps according to your mood - let's make it tonight's beer candidate.
MugiDeal! I'll start with 903, and hop-brother can be the one who talks and drinks everything. Tonight, my throat is completely waiting for beer already!
