Inkhorn Brewing introduces Koflamingo 2026 for Watering Hole's 14th anniversary
Inkhorn Brewing, based in Mejiro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, has introduced Koflamingo 2026, a Bohemian Pilsner at 4.3% ABV. It is one of the beers for Watering Hole's 14th anniversary and will be served from June 26 to June 29.
Hop BroToday's feature is Koflamingo 2026. Ink Horn Brewing in Mejiro made it as one of Watering Hole's 14th anniversary beers, and it's pouring from June 26 to 29.
MugiWait, an anniversary beer just for the celebration? And only for four days? That's basically a destiny-level pint!
Hop BroYep, it's a Bohemian Pilsner. At 4.3% ABV it's easygoing, but built to work as a first beer, a palate reset, or even the closer.
MugiOoh! But what makes a Bohemian Pilsner different from a regular pilsner? The name sounds like it should come with a feathered hat.
Hop BroIn simple terms, it's about Saaz hop character and a fuller Czech-style malt profile. This one layers in floral notes like lemon blossom, plus a faint citrus edge.
MugiLemon blossom? That sounds like a flower shop lager! But if it also has toasty malt and a proper bitterness, it's not just perfumey then.
Hop BroExactly, and the build is nerdy in the best way: floor-malted Bohemian pilsner malt, Wyeast 2124, and even a single decoction mash.
MugiWhat is that, a single decoction mash or a finishing move? Does the foam level up three times?
Hop BroVery dramatic, but no. It's a boil-and-return method where part of the mash is heated and put back, which sharpens the malt definition and adds body. That's why 4.3% doesn't drink thin.
MugiOkay, so all that work is there to make it a light-but-not-thin pint! And if it settled into better balance after a week of early pouring, I really want this at Watering Hole from June 26 to 29.
Hop BroThat's the Ink Horn thing, really: a precise house recipe you can taste immediately. For an anniversary beer, fitting the first sip, the break, and the last round is kind of elite.
MugiThen it's settled, we're doing pre-gaming the cheers. If I spot Koflamingo 2026 at Watering Hole's 14th, I'm absolutely ready to go 'whoa' on the first sip.
A traditional Bohemian Pilsner
On June 25, 2026, Inkhorn Brewing announced Koflamingo 2026. The beer is a Bohemian Pilsner with an ABV of 4.3%, created by the Mejiro, Tokyo-based brewery for an anniversary setting.
Koflamingo 2026 is one of the beers being poured for Watering Hole's 14th anniversary, with service planned from June 26 through June 29. Inkhorn says it had already been served in advance during the brewery's own 5th anniversary period in Mejiro, and that the beer has become more balanced after about a week on tap.
The flavor profile is described as crisp and herbal, with floral notes that recall lemon blossoms and a subtle citrus edge. Malt aroma and a measured bitterness are layered in as well, giving the beer more structure than its modest alcohol level might suggest.
Brew details
- Malt: Floor-malted Bohemian Pilsner
- Hops: Saaz
- Yeast: Wyeast 2124
The grist uses Czech malt and Saaz hops, fermented with lager yeast. Inkhorn also applied a traditional approach that includes step mashing and a single decoction, which helps push the malt character further.
That extra work shows in the body: the beer is meant to feel fuller and less watery than a standard pilsner while still staying refreshing and easy to drink. It should work as a first pour, a mid-session reset, or a final beer of the night.
Based in Mejiro, Toshima-ku, Inkhorn Brewing has built a reputation for precise recipes and careful execution. Koflamingo 2026 fits that approach well, offering a classic Czech-leaning pilsner profile for an anniversary toast.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's feature is Koflamingo 2026. Ink Horn Brewing in Mejiro made it as one of Watering Hole's 14th anniversary beers, and it's pouring from June 26 to 29.
MugiWait, an anniversary beer just for the celebration? And only for four days? That's basically a destiny-level pint!
Hop BroYep, it's a Bohemian Pilsner. At 4.3% ABV it's easygoing, but built to work as a first beer, a palate reset, or even the closer.
MugiOoh! But what makes a Bohemian Pilsner different from a regular pilsner? The name sounds like it should come with a feathered hat.
Hop BroIn simple terms, it's about Saaz hop character and a fuller Czech-style malt profile. This one layers in floral notes like lemon blossom, plus a faint citrus edge.
MugiLemon blossom? That sounds like a flower shop lager! But if it also has toasty malt and a proper bitterness, it's not just perfumey then.
Hop BroExactly, and the build is nerdy in the best way: floor-malted Bohemian pilsner malt, Wyeast 2124, and even a single decoction mash.
MugiWhat is that, a single decoction mash or a finishing move? Does the foam level up three times?
Hop BroVery dramatic, but no. It's a boil-and-return method where part of the mash is heated and put back, which sharpens the malt definition and adds body. That's why 4.3% doesn't drink thin.
MugiOkay, so all that work is there to make it a light-but-not-thin pint! And if it settled into better balance after a week of early pouring, I really want this at Watering Hole from June 26 to 29.
Hop BroThat's the Ink Horn thing, really: a precise house recipe you can taste immediately. For an anniversary beer, fitting the first sip, the break, and the last round is kind of elite.
MugiThen it's settled, we're doing pre-gaming the cheers. If I spot Koflamingo 2026 at Watering Hole's 14th, I'm absolutely ready to go 'whoa' on the first sip.
