MOKICHI KAMAKURA to Serve Limited Shonan Beer “Helles” from April 29
At MOKICHI KAMAKURA in Hase, Kamakura, a limited Shonan Beer “Helles” will be available from April 29. This Munich-style lager emphasizes its easy-drinking 5.0% ABV and its pairing with tomato-based pizza.
Hop BroAt the limited MOKICHI KAMAKURA in Kamakura’s Hase, Shonan Beer “Helles” is coming out from April 29. It’s a Munich-style lager, and it’s a great one made with food pairing in mind.
MugiWhoa! What is Helles!? It sounds intense from the name, but is it easy to drink?
Hop BroThat’s the thing, the key is its easy-drinking 5.0% ABV. Plus it uses Czech Saaz hops and is lagered at low temperature with lager yeast, so instead of being flashy and aromatic, it feels very well balanced.
MugiWhat is that! Is low-temperature lagering like letting beer take a nap in the fridge?
Hop BroPretty much. To put it simply, chilling and resting it carefully gives it a crisp finish. So it goes down easily, but the flavor still stays tight.
MugiWow! And it’s said to have a freshly baked bread aroma too, so even though it’s beer, it sounds like a bakery. The kind that makes you want breakfast!
Hop BroExactly. The malt’s gentle sweetness wraps around the bitterness, so you really get that soft barley sweetness. Helles is the classic example of something that’s “not noisy, but delicious.”
MugiAnd if it pairs well with tomato-based pizza, then it’s clearly meant to be eaten with food! It’s strong both on its own and with a meal.
Hop BroMOKICHI KAMAKURA is in a building that makes use of the former pressure pump station, so the historic space is part of the appeal too. It also has herb-garden dishes and fermented ingredients, which makes this Helles fit right in.
MugiWhoa, drinking there sounds like it would make the air of Kamakura itself taste better! Sitting quietly and having a beer while looking at the scenery sounds amazing.
Hop BroIn the end, the best way is still one sip on its own and then a sip with pizza. Gentle barley sweetness and a lively bitterness, this is the kind of beer that makes you want to go drink it right now.
MugiYeah, I can’t wait! I can’t wait until April 29, so I’m making plans to go to Kamakura and eat pizza with a Helles in hand!
Details of the Limited Beer
On MOKICHI KAMAKURA’s Instagram, “Helles” is being introduced as the limited Shonan Beer available from April 29. The style is Munich-style Helles, with an alcohol content of 5.0%. It uses Czech Saaz hops and is lagered at low temperature with lager yeast.
Helles is characterized by an aroma reminiscent of freshly baked bread and a crisp finish. The gentle sweetness of the malt wraps the bitterness just enough, making it a beer that is easy to keep drinking. The post also notes that it pairs well with Mokichi Kamakura’s tomato-based pizza, suggesting it as a beer to enjoy alongside a meal.
What Makes the Shop Special
MOKICHI KAMAKURA is a directly operated beer pub by Kumazawa Brewery, located in Hase, Kamakura. The building makes use of the former Kanagawa Prefectural Kamakura Pressure Pump Station, and its historic exterior, along with beams and high ceilings, creates an open, airy atmosphere. The shop is also known for its dishes built around the herb garden on the premises and fermented ingredients, making it easy to enjoy beer and food together.
Tips for Drinking It
If you want to enjoy this limited beer, it is best to first taste the Helles on its own and appreciate its gentle barley sweetness and light bitterness, then pair it with pizza or dishes using herbs. Rather than being flashy, this is a beer that values balance when enjoyed with food, and it feels right at home in Kamakura’s calm atmosphere as a limited offering.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt the limited MOKICHI KAMAKURA in Kamakura’s Hase, Shonan Beer “Helles” is coming out from April 29. It’s a Munich-style lager, and it’s a great one made with food pairing in mind.
MugiWhoa! What is Helles!? It sounds intense from the name, but is it easy to drink?
Hop BroThat’s the thing, the key is its easy-drinking 5.0% ABV. Plus it uses Czech Saaz hops and is lagered at low temperature with lager yeast, so instead of being flashy and aromatic, it feels very well balanced.
MugiWhat is that! Is low-temperature lagering like letting beer take a nap in the fridge?
Hop BroPretty much. To put it simply, chilling and resting it carefully gives it a crisp finish. So it goes down easily, but the flavor still stays tight.
MugiWow! And it’s said to have a freshly baked bread aroma too, so even though it’s beer, it sounds like a bakery. The kind that makes you want breakfast!
Hop BroExactly. The malt’s gentle sweetness wraps around the bitterness, so you really get that soft barley sweetness. Helles is the classic example of something that’s “not noisy, but delicious.”
MugiAnd if it pairs well with tomato-based pizza, then it’s clearly meant to be eaten with food! It’s strong both on its own and with a meal.
Hop BroMOKICHI KAMAKURA is in a building that makes use of the former pressure pump station, so the historic space is part of the appeal too. It also has herb-garden dishes and fermented ingredients, which makes this Helles fit right in.
MugiWhoa, drinking there sounds like it would make the air of Kamakura itself taste better! Sitting quietly and having a beer while looking at the scenery sounds amazing.
Hop BroIn the end, the best way is still one sip on its own and then a sip with pizza. Gentle barley sweetness and a lively bitterness, this is the kind of beer that makes you want to go drink it right now.
MugiYeah, I can’t wait! I can’t wait until April 29, so I’m making plans to go to Kamakura and eat pizza with a Helles in hand!
