HINO x Swan Lake's 'Gold Van!' Is Tapped at BEER COLONY
At BEER COLONY in Toyama, the HINO x Swan Lake collaboration beer 'Gold Van!' has gone on tap. With barrels from Barbaric WORKS, Yorocco, and WCB also on the list, plus the next candidates and canned-beer arrival updates, the tap list gives a clear snapshot of what's happening in the shop.
Hop BroAt BEER COLONY in Toyama, today's big news is the Gold Van! tap. It's a HINO x Swan Lake collaboration, and it's the star of the tap list.
MugiWhoa, Gold Van! sounds way too energetic! The name alone makes it feel like it could go bang even though it's beer!
Hop BroWhat's inside is solid too: it's an unfiltered Golden Ale made by finishing Swan Lake's Golden Ale on HINO's equipment.
MugiUnfiltered? What is that? Suddenly I'm being dragged into the world of beer nerds!
Hop BroBasically, it means they don't filter it too much, so some of the yeast and flavor edges stay in the beer. That's why it brings out malt sweetness and more body.
MugiAh, so the noble hop aroma sounds elegant even though it's not flashy! Gentle aroma kind of gives off grown-up confidence.
Hop BroExactly, and BEER COLONY's current lineup is really interesting. They've got Barbaric WORKS' Nostalgia, Yorocco's Natsumikan Saison, and WCB's Full Hop Alchemist v29 lined up.
MugiWait, what! That's enough to fill you up already, and now there's even that much style variety?
Hop BroThere is. From American Pilsner to Hazy Double IPA and West Coast IPA, it's nice that you can pick by mood depending on whether you want something light or something aggressive.
MugiAnd they've even got Trademark's Codebreaker and Due Du Ciel!'s Petit Moral as next candidates, which feels like they're planting future fun too. Seeing the next rotation is the best!
Hop BroIt's fun not just drinking in the shop, but looking over cans from Revision, WCB, KCBC, and others too. A strong canned-beer selection is a rabbit hole in its own right.
MugiWhat's more, the beer-share event on April 17 is full, and May 5 is a 13th-anniversary event, so it's completely buzzing! There are plenty of events too, and now I want to go today!
Hop BroExactly, start with a Gold Van! and then look at the cans on the shelves and you'll never be able to leave. Let's toast at BEER COLONY tonight.
MugiAgreed! Today's plan is definitely a pint at BEER COLONY. Let's make Toyama's night last longer while we compare beers!
BEER COLONY, the beer pub in Ushijimahonmachi, Toyama, has updated its tap list. The highlight this time is 'Gold Van!', a collaboration beer from HINO and Swan Lake. Built on Swan Lake's Golden Ale and finished unfiltered on HINO's equipment, this Golden Ale is said to balance malt sweetness, the gentle aroma of noble hops, and both fullness and drinkability.
Currently on tap are six beers in total: Barbaric WORKS 'Nostalgia', Yorocco 'Natsumikan Saison', WCB 'Full Hop Alchemist v29', Mikkeller NZ 'Forest Friends', and Knee Deep 'Deep Clarity'. With styles ranging from American Pilsner to Farmhouse Ale with Natsu-Mikan citrus, Hazy Double IPA, West Coast IPA, and IPA, the lineup lets you choose from a light lager to hop-forward IPAs depending on your mood.
In addition, Trademark 'Codebreaker' and Due Du Ciel! 'Petit Moral' are listed as the next candidates. It's not just that the taps are full; being able to see what comes next is one of the pleasures of this place.
The shop also noted that the beer-sharing event on April 17 is fully booked, and that 'Nanse JPOP. 13th Anniversary!' is scheduled for May 5. They are also taking reservations for private parties and farewell gatherings, making it a beer pub that's easy to use for everything from an everyday pint to event use.
The canned-beer selection is also strong, with names like Revision, WCB, LA Ale Works, North Island Beer, Faction, KCBC, Grimm, Mountain Culture, One Drop, Hobo, 8bit, Topa Topa, and Karl Strauss. Being able to enjoy both draft beer in the shop and cans picked while browsing the shelves is very much BEER COLONY.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt BEER COLONY in Toyama, today's big news is the Gold Van! tap. It's a HINO x Swan Lake collaboration, and it's the star of the tap list.
MugiWhoa, Gold Van! sounds way too energetic! The name alone makes it feel like it could go bang even though it's beer!
Hop BroWhat's inside is solid too: it's an unfiltered Golden Ale made by finishing Swan Lake's Golden Ale on HINO's equipment.
MugiUnfiltered? What is that? Suddenly I'm being dragged into the world of beer nerds!
Hop BroBasically, it means they don't filter it too much, so some of the yeast and flavor edges stay in the beer. That's why it brings out malt sweetness and more body.
MugiAh, so the noble hop aroma sounds elegant even though it's not flashy! Gentle aroma kind of gives off grown-up confidence.
Hop BroExactly, and BEER COLONY's current lineup is really interesting. They've got Barbaric WORKS' Nostalgia, Yorocco's Natsumikan Saison, and WCB's Full Hop Alchemist v29 lined up.
MugiWait, what! That's enough to fill you up already, and now there's even that much style variety?
Hop BroThere is. From American Pilsner to Hazy Double IPA and West Coast IPA, it's nice that you can pick by mood depending on whether you want something light or something aggressive.
MugiAnd they've even got Trademark's Codebreaker and Due Du Ciel!'s Petit Moral as next candidates, which feels like they're planting future fun too. Seeing the next rotation is the best!
Hop BroIt's fun not just drinking in the shop, but looking over cans from Revision, WCB, KCBC, and others too. A strong canned-beer selection is a rabbit hole in its own right.
MugiWhat's more, the beer-share event on April 17 is full, and May 5 is a 13th-anniversary event, so it's completely buzzing! There are plenty of events too, and now I want to go today!
Hop BroExactly, start with a Gold Van! and then look at the cans on the shelves and you'll never be able to leave. Let's toast at BEER COLONY tonight.
MugiAgreed! Today's plan is definitely a pint at BEER COLONY. Let's make Toyama's night last longer while we compare beers!
