Hathor Taps Shiga Kogen Porter Real Ale Ver on September 27
CraftBeerSpot Hathor, a beer pub in Osaka, has announced its September 27 draft lineup. Highlights include Shiga Kogen Beer’s Porter Real Ale Ver and Karl Strauss’s richly barrel-aged 37th Anniversary Golden Ale.
Hop BroAt Craft Beer Spot Hato Hol in Osaka, Shiga Kogen's Porter Real Ale is being tapped on September 27.
MugiWhoa! Dark beer sounds bitter and heavy—so what makes the Real Ale version different?
Hop BroReal ale is traditionally conditioned in the cask, so it tends to have a softer natural carbonation and gentler texture.
MugiOoh, so it is a dark beer without fizzy chaos? That sounds like a gentler dark beer for my stomach!
Hop BroPretty much! It uses British Maris Otter malt, bringing a subtle roasted aroma that recalls espresso.
MugiWhat is that? Is Maris Otter a fashionable beer otter? And what does premium malt actually mean?
Hop BroNo otters involved—it is a barley-malt variety. Think of it like fragrant bread flour that builds deep malty richness in the beer.
MugiGot it! It is meant for grilled food, so with something smoky and savory, even a dark-beer beginner like me can try it.
Hop BroThe other recommendation is Karl Strauss's 37th Anniversary Golden Ale—golden in color, yet surprisingly stout-like and rich.
MugiGolden but stout-like?! That is a golden plot twist in a glass!
Hop BroIt is bourbon-barrel aged for coffee, oak, and whiskey-like warmth, then layered with cacao and vanilla for extra richness.
MugiPorter with grilled food, Golden Ale as a slow dessert sip—now I want a Hato Hol tasting night immediately!
September 27 draft highlights
CraftBeerSpot Hathor has announced its draft beer selections for September 27. The featured pour is Shiga Kogen Beer’s Porter Real Ale Ver. Brewed with premium British Maris Otter malt, it offers a subtle espresso-like roast aroma.
Despite its dark color, the beer is presented as approachable rather than overwhelmingly heavy. Hathor also notes its compatibility with grilled dishes, making it a natural choice for pairing with food. The real ale version will be available on tap.
A richly layered anniversary ale
The pub’s other recommendation is Karl Strauss’s 37th Anniversary Golden Ale, brewed to commemorate the brewery’s 37th anniversary. Its golden appearance contrasts with a flavor profile closer to a stout.
The beer is aged in bourbon barrels, developing coffee and oak notes along with a warm whiskey-like finish. Coffee beans, cacao nibs, and vanilla beans add further depth and richness. It is a beer suited to slow sipping and careful tasting.
At CraftBeerSpot Hathor, known for its broad craft beer selection, September 27 offers a chance to compare a roast-forward real ale with a complex barrel-aged specialty beer. Availability should be confirmed with the pub.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Craft Beer Spot Hato Hol in Osaka, Shiga Kogen's Porter Real Ale is being tapped on September 27.
MugiWhoa! Dark beer sounds bitter and heavy—so what makes the Real Ale version different?
Hop BroReal ale is traditionally conditioned in the cask, so it tends to have a softer natural carbonation and gentler texture.
MugiOoh, so it is a dark beer without fizzy chaos? That sounds like a gentler dark beer for my stomach!
Hop BroPretty much! It uses British Maris Otter malt, bringing a subtle roasted aroma that recalls espresso.
MugiWhat is that? Is Maris Otter a fashionable beer otter? And what does premium malt actually mean?
Hop BroNo otters involved—it is a barley-malt variety. Think of it like fragrant bread flour that builds deep malty richness in the beer.
MugiGot it! It is meant for grilled food, so with something smoky and savory, even a dark-beer beginner like me can try it.
Hop BroThe other recommendation is Karl Strauss's 37th Anniversary Golden Ale—golden in color, yet surprisingly stout-like and rich.
MugiGolden but stout-like?! That is a golden plot twist in a glass!
Hop BroIt is bourbon-barrel aged for coffee, oak, and whiskey-like warmth, then layered with cacao and vanilla for extra richness.
MugiPorter with grilled food, Golden Ale as a slow dessert sip—now I want a Hato Hol tasting night immediately!
