Shinjuku's Jibeer Bar Marumugi to Serve Five Beers Including Minami Shinshu Beer and Ushitora on May 21
The beer pub "Jibeer Bar Marumugi" in Arakicho, Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, has released its craft beer lineup for May 21. The five selections from Minami Shinshu Beer, Ushitora Brewery, Shima Brewing, and Baird Brewing create a lineup rich in citrus and hop aromas.
Hop BroThe Jibeer Bar Marumugi in Arakicho, Shinjuku, has rolled out its draft lineup for May 21. Having Minami Shinshu Beer, Ushitora, Shima Brewing, and Baird Brewing all in one place is a pretty strong lineup, right?
MugiWhoa! Only five kegs and it still sounds that luxurious? Even though it's a small shop, it has real event vibes!
Hop BroExactly, and it ranges from springlike drinkability all the way to citrus-forward IPA. With a large size at 1,200 yen+α and a small size at 900 yen+α, it's the kind of lineup that makes you want to compare them.
MugiOhh! But what does session mean? Whenever it shows up in a beer name, I suddenly stop understanding anything!
Hop BroGood question. Minami Shinshu Beer's SPRING SESSION is 4.0%, meaning it's the kind of beer you can keep drinking easily. Here, the appeal is its gentle, fruity springlike finish.
MugiI see! So Ushitora-man is the opposite? The name alone sounds like it's going to pack a punch, which is kind of funny!
Hop BroExactly. The Dyna IPA is 6.5%, and the key points are its strong aroma and well-rounded bitterness. The hop presence is solid, so IPA fans are definitely going to grin at this one.
MugiSeriously! Does Shiranui Ale use a kind of mandarin orange? And the peel too? That's a little too stylish, isn't it?
Hop BroThat's right. It's Shima Brewing's Fruit Ale, where the citrus character of Shiranui peel is layered with sweetness, tartness, and the toasty aroma of malt. And because it finishes light and dry, it should work really well with food too.
MugiSo basically, it has a wide range of aroma and flavor. With Baird Brewing's citrus IPA on the list too, it's hard to decide where to start today...!
Hop BroExactly. It's the kind of place where you want to sit in the Arakicho alleyways and take your time with each changing keg. Since it's closed on Tuesdays and public holidays, if we can go on an open day, it's the kind of lineup that makes me want to drink there too.
The beer pub "Jibeer Bar Marumugi" in Arakicho, Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, announced today's craft beer lineup for May 21. With a large size at 1,200 yen+α and a small size at 900 yen+α, five kegs are on tap.
This lineup ranges from springlike drinkability to IPAs with pronounced citrus notes, giving it a broad appeal. For example, Minami Shinshu Beer (Nagano) offers "SPRING SESSION," a 4.0% beer with a gentle, fruity finish. Meanwhile, Ushitora Brewery (Tochigi) is serving "Ushitora-man Dyna IPA," a 6.5% beer noted for its strong aroma and well-balanced bitterness.
For those who want to enjoy fruit-driven character, Shima Brewing (Mie) has "Shiranui Ale," which also stands out. The article describes it as a fruit ale made with Shiranui peel, with flavors layered from citrus sweetness and tartness to the toasty aroma of malt. Its light, dry finish is another feature, making it seem easy to pair with food.
Also on the list are Baird Brewing (Shizuoka)'s "Fruitful Life Citrus IPA," a 7.0% IPA bursting with citrus character, and Minami Shinshu Beer (Nagano)'s "Komagatake Ale," also 7.0%, presented as a golden ale with a refreshing yet rich profile.
"Jibeer Bar Marumugi" is a small beer bar that opened in 2011, about a three-minute walk from Yotsuya-Sanchome Station. Located in a quiet alley in Arakicho, it is a place where you can slowly enjoy each keg as it changes. The shop is closed on Tuesdays and public holidays.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe Jibeer Bar Marumugi in Arakicho, Shinjuku, has rolled out its draft lineup for May 21. Having Minami Shinshu Beer, Ushitora, Shima Brewing, and Baird Brewing all in one place is a pretty strong lineup, right?
MugiWhoa! Only five kegs and it still sounds that luxurious? Even though it's a small shop, it has real event vibes!
Hop BroExactly, and it ranges from springlike drinkability all the way to citrus-forward IPA. With a large size at 1,200 yen+α and a small size at 900 yen+α, it's the kind of lineup that makes you want to compare them.
MugiOhh! But what does session mean? Whenever it shows up in a beer name, I suddenly stop understanding anything!
Hop BroGood question. Minami Shinshu Beer's SPRING SESSION is 4.0%, meaning it's the kind of beer you can keep drinking easily. Here, the appeal is its gentle, fruity springlike finish.
MugiI see! So Ushitora-man is the opposite? The name alone sounds like it's going to pack a punch, which is kind of funny!
Hop BroExactly. The Dyna IPA is 6.5%, and the key points are its strong aroma and well-rounded bitterness. The hop presence is solid, so IPA fans are definitely going to grin at this one.
MugiSeriously! Does Shiranui Ale use a kind of mandarin orange? And the peel too? That's a little too stylish, isn't it?
Hop BroThat's right. It's Shima Brewing's Fruit Ale, where the citrus character of Shiranui peel is layered with sweetness, tartness, and the toasty aroma of malt. And because it finishes light and dry, it should work really well with food too.
MugiSo basically, it has a wide range of aroma and flavor. With Baird Brewing's citrus IPA on the list too, it's hard to decide where to start today...!
Hop BroExactly. It's the kind of place where you want to sit in the Arakicho alleyways and take your time with each changing keg. Since it's closed on Tuesdays and public holidays, if we can go on an open day, it's the kind of lineup that makes me want to drink there too.