Beer&Cafe Hafen Taps Sanktgallen's Seasonal Limited-Edition Pineapple Ale
Beer&Cafe Hafen in Esaka, Osaka, has tapped Sanktgallen's seasonal Pineapple Ale. In addition to beers from Isekadoya Beer and TAROS BREWING, the lineup also includes Black Label and draft Guinness, with a tap selection designed with food pairings in mind.
Hop BroAt Beer&Cafe Hafen in Esaka, the seasonal Pineapple Ale has been tapped. It's a very summer-like beer from Sanktgallen, and the tap lineup at the bar is really interesting too.
MugiWhat! A pineapple beer? That's already super tropical! Is it a fruit beer?
Hop BroExactly, and it uses about 600 kg of golden pineapple. They even hand-cut the fruit for brewing. Since they don't rely on concentrated juice or flavoring, the real fruit character comes through nicely.
MugiHand-cut? So they just keep cutting pineapples forever!? Wow, that must turn the brewers' hands into a pineapple hell!
Hop BroThat's the impressive part: the base is Brut IPA. It keeps the malt sweetness in check and finishes crisp and dry, so the pineapple aroma comes through cleanly without feeling heavy.
MugiI see, so it's not like a sweet juice drink, but a dry finish that goes well with food. Now I really want one...
Hop BroAnd right now at Hafen, they've also got Isekadoya Beer's Mugi no Manimani and TAROS BREWING's SUCKER PUNCH #3 on tap. Even regulars like Black Label and draft Guinness are available, so it strikes a nice balance between adventurous and familiar.
MugiWait, they have not just craft beer but Black Label and Guinness too!? It's like a paradise for tasting flights!
Hop BroThe food is solid too: Asian-style yakisoba with shrimp and cilantro, fried rice, and onion rings made with fresh onions from Awaji Island. The Asian snacks and the sweetness of the pineapple go surprisingly well together.
MugiThey've got all my favorites! And if Minoh Beer is even on the list of possible next taps, Kansai fans definitely can't miss this. Now I feel like having a drink in Esaka tonight!
At the beer pub Beer&Cafe Hafen in Esaka-cho, Suita City, Osaka, a seasonal fruit beer has been tapped. The new arrival is Sanktgallen's "Pineapple Ale". The post says it is a summer-only release made with about 600 kg of golden pineapple, and highlights its hand-cut pineapple, a brewing method that uses no concentrated juice or flavoring, and a dry finish based on a Brut IPA.
Alongside it, the current taps include Isekadoya Beer "Mugi no Manimani" and TAROS BREWING "SUCKER PUNCH #3". The regular lineup also includes Sapporo Beer "Black Label" and draft Guinness, creating a setup that centers on craft beer while also covering familiar, easy-drinking brands.
On the food side, the menu includes Asian-style yakisoba with shrimp and cilantro, fried rice, and onion rings made with fresh onions from Awaji Island, and the pairing with Pineapple Ale is also mentioned. Matching the sweetness of fruit with the sharp edges of hops, alongside Asian-style bar snacks, is a fitting way to enjoy this place.
The post also points to possible next taps: DD4D BREWING, TAROS BREWING "AWAKENING #4", Minami Shinshu Beer Ogna "Biscuit Hop", and Minoh Beer "Spring Lager". The presence of local Osaka brewery Minoh Beer on deck is something Kansai beer fans will not want to miss.
Beer&Cafe Hafen is a small shop in the Esaka Station area where you can enjoy craft beer at the center of the experience. Parties of three or more require a reservation, last order is at 22:00, and if there are no guests, the shop may close early. It is closed on Sundays and on irregular days. This is the kind of place where you can quietly compare seasonal beers while following tap changes and food pairings.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Beer&Cafe Hafen in Esaka, the seasonal Pineapple Ale has been tapped. It's a very summer-like beer from Sanktgallen, and the tap lineup at the bar is really interesting too.
MugiWhat! A pineapple beer? That's already super tropical! Is it a fruit beer?
Hop BroExactly, and it uses about 600 kg of golden pineapple. They even hand-cut the fruit for brewing. Since they don't rely on concentrated juice or flavoring, the real fruit character comes through nicely.
MugiHand-cut? So they just keep cutting pineapples forever!? Wow, that must turn the brewers' hands into a pineapple hell!
Hop BroThat's the impressive part: the base is Brut IPA. It keeps the malt sweetness in check and finishes crisp and dry, so the pineapple aroma comes through cleanly without feeling heavy.
MugiI see, so it's not like a sweet juice drink, but a dry finish that goes well with food. Now I really want one...
Hop BroAnd right now at Hafen, they've also got Isekadoya Beer's Mugi no Manimani and TAROS BREWING's SUCKER PUNCH #3 on tap. Even regulars like Black Label and draft Guinness are available, so it strikes a nice balance between adventurous and familiar.
MugiWait, they have not just craft beer but Black Label and Guinness too!? It's like a paradise for tasting flights!
Hop BroThe food is solid too: Asian-style yakisoba with shrimp and cilantro, fried rice, and onion rings made with fresh onions from Awaji Island. The Asian snacks and the sweetness of the pineapple go surprisingly well together.
MugiThey've got all my favorites! And if Minoh Beer is even on the list of possible next taps, Kansai fans definitely can't miss this. Now I feel like having a drink in Esaka tonight!
