Open Air Minatoyama Brewery Releases 'dusk', a New Beer That Looks Dark but Drinks Light
Open Air Minatoyama Brewery has begun selling its new beer 'dusk' in kegs and cans. Though it looks black, it is defined by a light roast character and a crisp finish, crafted as a Schwarzbier with ABV 5.5% and IBU 25.
Hop BroThe new release 'dusk' from Open Air Minatoyama Brewery is interesting. It looks dark, but it has appeared as a Schwarzbier that drinks light, available in kegs and cans.
MugiWait, dark but light!? So it's like someone who looks intimidating, but is actually easy to talk to?
Hop BroExactly, that's the feeling. At ABV 5.5% and IBU 25, it has the aroma of roasted malt, but it lands with a crisp finish.
MugiIBU again! I hear it's a guide to bitterness, but what kind of image does a number like 25 give?
Hop BroRoughly speaking, the bitterness isn't too strong, but it still has a clear outline. And since it uses Aurum hops and is harmonized with roasted aromas, it's designed so that only heaviness doesn't linger.
MugiOhh! So it sounds easy to pair with dinner. I'm also curious about the food pairings mentioned in the article. What goes with it?
Hop BroSausages, roast chicken, and grilled vegetables. Especially when paired with dishes that have a nice sear, the savory aroma doubles, and the beer's darkness really does good work.
MugiWhat!? And Open Air Minatoyama Brewery uses the former Minatoyama Elementary School cafeteria kitchen, right? A school as a brewery is such a strong setup!
Hop BroIt's located inside NATURE STUDIO in Kobe's Hyogo Ward. Making beers that let people enjoy the changing seasons is part of its character, and that seasonal sensibility really shows in this 'dusk' too.
MugiNice, if I can buy it from the official online shop, there's no need to hesitate! Tonight I want to elevate dinner a little with something dark yet light.
Open Air Minatoyama Brewery's new release, 'dusk,' is a beer that balances a dark appearance with a light, easy-drinking feel. On the brewery's official Instagram, it is introduced as "black in appearance, yet with a light roast character and a clean finish", and is positioned as an ideal first beer for the season heading into summer, or one to accompany dinnertime.
The style is Schwarzbier, ABV 5.5%, IBU 25. It uses Aurum hops, layering in the aroma of roasted malt while avoiding any lean toward heaviness. The caption also evoked an image of contours emerging in the dim light, and noted pairings with sausages, roast chicken, and grilled vegetables.
Open Air Minatoyama Brewery was born inside NATURE STUDIO in Kobe's Hyogo Ward, using the former Minatoyama Elementary School cafeteria kitchen. With a mission to make beers that let people enjoy the changing seasons, the brewery develops not only standard styles like IPA but also new styles that bring out seasonal hops and herbs. Born in that environment, 'dusk' can be seen as a new release that naturally reflects the brewery's seasonal sensibility and drinkability.
Sales have started through the official online shop and the trade shop, with kegs and cans now available. This is a beer to choose when you want to take your time and enjoy a calm-toned beer alongside a meal.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe new release 'dusk' from Open Air Minatoyama Brewery is interesting. It looks dark, but it has appeared as a Schwarzbier that drinks light, available in kegs and cans.
MugiWait, dark but light!? So it's like someone who looks intimidating, but is actually easy to talk to?
Hop BroExactly, that's the feeling. At ABV 5.5% and IBU 25, it has the aroma of roasted malt, but it lands with a crisp finish.
MugiIBU again! I hear it's a guide to bitterness, but what kind of image does a number like 25 give?
Hop BroRoughly speaking, the bitterness isn't too strong, but it still has a clear outline. And since it uses Aurum hops and is harmonized with roasted aromas, it's designed so that only heaviness doesn't linger.
MugiOhh! So it sounds easy to pair with dinner. I'm also curious about the food pairings mentioned in the article. What goes with it?
Hop BroSausages, roast chicken, and grilled vegetables. Especially when paired with dishes that have a nice sear, the savory aroma doubles, and the beer's darkness really does good work.
MugiWhat!? And Open Air Minatoyama Brewery uses the former Minatoyama Elementary School cafeteria kitchen, right? A school as a brewery is such a strong setup!
Hop BroIt's located inside NATURE STUDIO in Kobe's Hyogo Ward. Making beers that let people enjoy the changing seasons is part of its character, and that seasonal sensibility really shows in this 'dusk' too.
MugiNice, if I can buy it from the official online shop, there's no need to hesitate! Tonight I want to elevate dinner a little with something dark yet light.
