Two Kegs Tapped at SOUL BIRD in Hamamatsucho: Yamaguchi Local Beer "Yamaguchi no Mugi" and YOKOHAMA XPA
Cafe & CraftBeer Dining SOUL BIRD in Hamamatsucho announced in a post on April 15 that two kegs had been tapped. Yamaguchi Ji Beer’s pilsner "Yamaguchi no Mugi" and SanktGallen’s "YOKOHAMA XPA" appeared, alongside several standard and limited beers on tap.
Hop BroSOUL BIRD in Hamamatsucho announced two kegs tapped on April 15. Yamaguchi Ji Beer’s "Yamaguchi no Mugi" and SanktGallen’s "YOKOHAMA XPA" are a pairing that really teases beer lovers.
MugiWhoa, two kegs at once is seriously a happy thing! But "Yamaguchi no Mugi" sounds like it would go well with food just from the name alone.
Hop BroExactly. It’s a pilsner made entirely from domestic ingredients, using Sachiho Golden from Yamaguchi Prefecture and domestic hop IBUKI. It has a solid malt presence, but the finish is a little dry, so it goes down smoothly with a meal.
MugiSachiho Golden and IBUKI? That suddenly sounds like a research lab! But what does "malt presence" even mean? Is it like the difference in how rice is cooked?
Hop BroPretty close. It means the body is substantial. On top of that, there’s a gentle Japanese citrus note, so it’s excellent as a beer for drinking with food.
MugiI see! So "YOKOHAMA XPA" is the bold one, then? Just seeing "sharp bitterness" makes my mouth tighten up!
Hop BroThat’s right. It’s a revival IPA, and what’s interesting is that it uses source water from "Hamakkodoushi," Yokohama City’s official water, as the brewing water. It opens with a citrusy aroma, and then a lingering bitterness stays with you through the finish.
MugiEven the water feels local, that’s some serious dedication! But if the bitterness lasts that long, it sounds like a reward for bitterness lovers.
Hop BroAnd SOUL BIRD’s tap list is strong too. Touch Down’s Dunkel, Kyoto Brewing’s "Sharaku," and Vertere × Inkhorn’s "Viburnum" are all on there, so there’s real fun in following the daily tap lineup.
MugiWow, it sounds like just choosing would make you happy. I heard it’s easy to use for welcome and farewell parties too, so having a drink with food sounds amazing.
Hop BroSo that’s the move: HAPPY NIGHT SOUL BIRD in Hamamatsucho, starting gently with Yamaguchi no Mugi and finishing with YOKOHAMA XPA. Mugi-chan, now you want to raise a glass at the counter tonight, don’t you?
MugiI do, I do! At this point, it’s basically a two-beer lineup for tonight’s drink of choice!
The Kegs Tapped That Day
The beer pub "Cafe & CraftBeer Dining SOUL BIRD" in Hamamatsucho announced two new keg taps in an April 15 Instagram post under the heading "HAPPY NIGHT SOUL BIRD." The newly added beers were Yamaguchi Ji Beer’s pilsner "Yamaguchi no Mugi" and SanktGallen’s IPA "YOKOHAMA XPA."
"Yamaguchi no Mugi" is a beer made entirely from domestic ingredients, using Sachiho Golden barley from Yamaguchi Prefecture and domestic hop IBUKI. It is described as a beer with a substantial malt presence, a somewhat dry finish, and a gentle Japanese citrus aroma, making it an easy companion to meals.
"YOKOHAMA XPA" is a revival IPA brewed with source water from "Hamakkodoushi," Yokohama City’s official water. It is said to feature a citrus-like aroma and a sharp bitterness that lingers through the finish, making it a good fit for those looking for a bitter, hop-forward beer.
The Tap List That Day
The post also introduced Touch Down’s "Dunkel," Kyoto Brewing’s "Sharaku," Vertere × Inkhorn’s "Viburnum," Be Easy Brewing’s "Nepparu," Range × Mountain Culture’s "Take A Hike," and Dieu Du Ciel!’s "Petite Morale." A WC Pale Ale and a Belgian White were also listed as coming soon.
SOUL BIRD is a craft beer pub located in Hamamatsucho, Minato City, Tokyo. It offers semi-private room rentals, full-venue rentals, a projector, and standing-party arrangements, making it a convenient spot for gatherings such as welcome and farewell parties. With a rotating daily tap lineup, it is a place worth remembering for drinking alongside a meal.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSOUL BIRD in Hamamatsucho announced two kegs tapped on April 15. Yamaguchi Ji Beer’s "Yamaguchi no Mugi" and SanktGallen’s "YOKOHAMA XPA" are a pairing that really teases beer lovers.
MugiWhoa, two kegs at once is seriously a happy thing! But "Yamaguchi no Mugi" sounds like it would go well with food just from the name alone.
Hop BroExactly. It’s a pilsner made entirely from domestic ingredients, using Sachiho Golden from Yamaguchi Prefecture and domestic hop IBUKI. It has a solid malt presence, but the finish is a little dry, so it goes down smoothly with a meal.
MugiSachiho Golden and IBUKI? That suddenly sounds like a research lab! But what does "malt presence" even mean? Is it like the difference in how rice is cooked?
Hop BroPretty close. It means the body is substantial. On top of that, there’s a gentle Japanese citrus note, so it’s excellent as a beer for drinking with food.
MugiI see! So "YOKOHAMA XPA" is the bold one, then? Just seeing "sharp bitterness" makes my mouth tighten up!
Hop BroThat’s right. It’s a revival IPA, and what’s interesting is that it uses source water from "Hamakkodoushi," Yokohama City’s official water, as the brewing water. It opens with a citrusy aroma, and then a lingering bitterness stays with you through the finish.
MugiEven the water feels local, that’s some serious dedication! But if the bitterness lasts that long, it sounds like a reward for bitterness lovers.
Hop BroAnd SOUL BIRD’s tap list is strong too. Touch Down’s Dunkel, Kyoto Brewing’s "Sharaku," and Vertere × Inkhorn’s "Viburnum" are all on there, so there’s real fun in following the daily tap lineup.
MugiWow, it sounds like just choosing would make you happy. I heard it’s easy to use for welcome and farewell parties too, so having a drink with food sounds amazing.
Hop BroSo that’s the move: HAPPY NIGHT SOUL BIRD in Hamamatsucho, starting gently with Yamaguchi no Mugi and finishing with YOKOHAMA XPA. Mugi-chan, now you want to raise a glass at the counter tonight, don’t you?
MugiI do, I do! At this point, it’s basically a two-beer lineup for tonight’s drink of choice!
