Tamsang in Tomigaya taps Kyoto Brewing’s Secret Chord on draft
Tamsang, a beer pub in Tomigaya, Shibuya, is now pouring Kyoto Brewing’s Secret Chord as a New on Tap release. Served only on draft, the beer is a 7% Belgian Dubbel brewed with Japanese kuromitsu dark sugar.
Hop BroTumsan in Tomigaya just tapped Kyoto Brewing's Secret Chord. It's New on Tap, draft only, and that is exactly how my self-control falls apart.
MugiWhat! A draft-only guest beer? That's the kind of thing that makes me want to run to the pub, and the name sounds suspiciously cool.
Hop BroThe style is Belgian Dubbel, and it sits at 7% ABV. It doesn't come in shouting; it builds complexity sip by sip.
MugiThere it is again, Belgian Dubbel! That sounds like a wizard class. What does it actually taste like?
Hop BroShort version: fruity Belgian yeast, solid malt depth, and here a kuromitsu twist that adds a refined, gentle richness.
MugiKuromitsu in beer? So it's basically dessert in a glass? Please tell me it doesn't turn into pancake syrup with bubbles!
Hop BroNot at all. Pilsner, Munich, and Special B build a three-malt harmony with notes of toffee, biscuit, caramel, and raisin.
MugiHold on, who is Special B? That sounds like the secret member of a jazz band. Beginner translation, please!
Hop BroSpecial B is a darker Belgian-style malt that adds raisin-like depth. The finish still has a clean dry snap, so it stays drinkable even with all that richness.
MugiOoh, then with food at Tumsan it's a pint worth tracking as the temperature changes. That is dangerously convincing.
Hop BroExactly. The fun part is the stacked layers of flavor. It never gets flashy, it just keeps pulling you back for another sip.
MugiThen it's settled, straight to Tumsan tonight. I'll handle the first 'wow,' and you can start the malt lecture after sip two!
Tamsang, a beer pub in Tomigaya, Shibuya, has added Kyoto Brewing’s Secret Chord to its New on Tap lineup. The beer is being served only on draft and comes in as a 7% Belgian Dubbel. It is part of Kyoto Brewing’s Rediscovery series and stands out for its Japanese twist: kuromitsu dark sugar.
The beer is built on a malt base of Pilsner, Munich, and Special B, giving it layers of toffee, biscuit, caramel, and raisin-like depth. Belgian yeast brings a fruity aroma, while the kuromitsu adds a refined sweetness and a sense of richness. Rather than leaning on sweetness alone, it finishes dry, which keeps the beer balanced and drinkable despite its fuller profile.
For a beer pub like Tamsang, that makes it a natural fit for a slow pint alongside food. Secret Chord is the kind of guest beer that rewards a little attention: the aroma, malt depth, and dry finish all unfold step by step as the glass warms. For drinkers who enjoy Belgian styles with a distinctly Japanese accent, this is a notable tap to catch in Tomigaya.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroTumsan in Tomigaya just tapped Kyoto Brewing's Secret Chord. It's New on Tap, draft only, and that is exactly how my self-control falls apart.
MugiWhat! A draft-only guest beer? That's the kind of thing that makes me want to run to the pub, and the name sounds suspiciously cool.
Hop BroThe style is Belgian Dubbel, and it sits at 7% ABV. It doesn't come in shouting; it builds complexity sip by sip.
MugiThere it is again, Belgian Dubbel! That sounds like a wizard class. What does it actually taste like?
Hop BroShort version: fruity Belgian yeast, solid malt depth, and here a kuromitsu twist that adds a refined, gentle richness.
MugiKuromitsu in beer? So it's basically dessert in a glass? Please tell me it doesn't turn into pancake syrup with bubbles!
Hop BroNot at all. Pilsner, Munich, and Special B build a three-malt harmony with notes of toffee, biscuit, caramel, and raisin.
MugiHold on, who is Special B? That sounds like the secret member of a jazz band. Beginner translation, please!
Hop BroSpecial B is a darker Belgian-style malt that adds raisin-like depth. The finish still has a clean dry snap, so it stays drinkable even with all that richness.
MugiOoh, then with food at Tumsan it's a pint worth tracking as the temperature changes. That is dangerously convincing.
Hop BroExactly. The fun part is the stacked layers of flavor. It never gets flashy, it just keeps pulling you back for another sip.
MugiThen it's settled, straight to Tumsan tonight. I'll handle the first 'wow,' and you can start the malt lecture after sip two!
