Taru Taru in Takamatsu Pours Kyufuku Brewing Honjima's 067 Fuku Honjima Lager
Taru Taru, a beer pub in Takamatsu’s Kawaramachi district, is featuring Kyufuku Brewing Honjima’s 067 Fuku Honjima Lager as a guest beer. The California Common brings a crisp finish, malt sweetness, and fruity yeast character.
Hop BroAt Taru Taru in Takamatsu, they just tapped 067 Fuku Honjima Lager as a guest beer from Kyufuku Brewing Honjima.
MugiWait, that name already sounds lucky! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's a California Common, so you get lager-like drinkability with the more layered aroma people usually associate with ales.
MugiWhat is that! Lager and ale in one glass? That's beer pulling double duty!
Hop BroPretty much. It's the best of both: easy to drink, but still aromatic enough to make you stop and notice it.
MugiOoh, and the article said there's malty sweetness too, right? So it's not just a plain crisp chugger.
Hop BroExactly. At 5% ABV, with 39 IBU, it still brings snap, fruity yeast character, and a little toasty depth.
MugiIBU 39 suddenly sounds like an exam score. Is the bitterness strong?
Hop BroNot in a harsh way. The bitterness balance just tightens everything up, so it stays refreshing even in hot weather.
MugiAnd it used to be called Honjima Summer Common, right? That sounds like a summer headliner already.
Hop BroRight, and it won IBC 2023 gold, so this isn't just a charming island beer, it has serious credentials.
MugiI'm already craving a sip! Getting an island-inspired beer like that in the middle of town sounds too good.
Hop BroThen it's settled, let's grab a pint at Taru Taru tonight and see if that clean finish and fruity edge are as good as they sound.
Guest Beer
Taru Taru, a beer pub at 2-5-5 Kawaramachi in Takamatsu, Kagawa, is showcasing Kyufuku Brewing Honjima’s 067 Fuku Honjima Lager on Instagram. Brewed on Honjima Island in the Seto Inland Sea, the beer is presented as a California Common, a style that bridges lager-like drinkability with ale-like complexity.
The post highlights a clean finish along with malt sweetness, fruity yeast notes, and a lightly toasted, aromatic balance. At 5% ABV and 39 IBU, it looks like an approachable choice for warmer weather, but one with enough depth to keep each sip interesting.
The beer also has competition pedigree: it won a gold medal at the International Beer Cup 2023, where it was entered under the former name Honjima Summer Common. For a neighborhood beer pub like Taru Taru, that makes for a guest tap worth noting, especially for drinkers who like lagers with a little extra dimension.
Beer details
- 067 Fuku Honjima Lager
- Style: California Common
- ABV: 5%
- IBU: 39
- Former name: Honjima Summer Common
- Award: International Beer Cup 2023 Gold
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Taru Taru in Takamatsu, they just tapped 067 Fuku Honjima Lager as a guest beer from Kyufuku Brewing Honjima.
MugiWait, that name already sounds lucky! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's a California Common, so you get lager-like drinkability with the more layered aroma people usually associate with ales.
MugiWhat is that! Lager and ale in one glass? That's beer pulling double duty!
Hop BroPretty much. It's the best of both: easy to drink, but still aromatic enough to make you stop and notice it.
MugiOoh, and the article said there's malty sweetness too, right? So it's not just a plain crisp chugger.
Hop BroExactly. At 5% ABV, with 39 IBU, it still brings snap, fruity yeast character, and a little toasty depth.
MugiIBU 39 suddenly sounds like an exam score. Is the bitterness strong?
Hop BroNot in a harsh way. The bitterness balance just tightens everything up, so it stays refreshing even in hot weather.
MugiAnd it used to be called Honjima Summer Common, right? That sounds like a summer headliner already.
Hop BroRight, and it won IBC 2023 gold, so this isn't just a charming island beer, it has serious credentials.
MugiI'm already craving a sip! Getting an island-inspired beer like that in the middle of town sounds too good.
Hop BroThen it's settled, let's grab a pint at Taru Taru tonight and see if that clean finish and fruity edge are as good as they sound.
