And Beer taps Oyster Stout brewed with Kesennuma oysters in Koenji
The Brewpub "And Beer" in Koenji, Tokyo, is operating on April 16 while holding a Kesennuma oyster fair. Its house-brewed "Oyster Stout" is back on tap, and guests can also enjoy oyster biryani and Kerala oyster curry alongside it.
Hop BroAt And Beer in Koenji, the Oyster Stout made with Kesennuma oysters has been tapped again.
MugiHuh! A beer with oysters? So that means it has a slight ocean aroma, right?
Hop BroExactly. And it’s 5.3% ABV, with a rich, full-bodied taste built from pilsner malt layered with wheat malt and chocolate malt.
MugiPilsner, chocolate, and wheat? My brain is already working overtime! I have no idea what each of those is doing!
Hop BroSimply put, the pilsner malt is the base, the wheat malt adds a softer mouthfeel, and the chocolate malt brings in roasted aroma. Then the oyster umami is layered on top, creating stacked savory depth.
MugiI see! And simmering shell-on oysters for 60 minutes sounds like a total umami stew championship!
Hop BroExactly. This time they’re also offering oyster biryani and Kerala oyster curry made with oysters from Yamayo Suisan in Oshima, Kesennuma, so they’re really pushing the pairing of spices and oysters.
MugiBiryani, curry, and stout? That is way too much information! But that’s definitely the kind of meal that makes your stomach happy!
Hop BroAnd because it’s a brewpub in Koenji, you can drop in casually during all-day service, and there’s happy hour too. Being able to enjoy it both inside and as takeout is what gives it that brewpub feel.
MugiOkay, I’ve decided! I want to drink slowly from the first glass with oyster biryani as my snack!
Hop BroThere you go. Then let’s head to Koenji and take our time enjoying Oyster Stout with the food.
MugiLet’s go, let’s go! I’m already in the mood for oysters and dark beer today!
The Brewpub "And Beer" in Koenji, Tokyo, is operating on April 16 while holding a Kesennuma oyster fair. It is open all day from 11:30 to 22:00, with lunch from 11:30 to 15:00 (L.O. 14:30), and happy hour from 15:00 to 18:00. In addition to in-house service, beer can be taken out in bottles, PET bottles, plastic cups, and growlers from 9:30 to 22:00.
Featured Beer
The highlight this time is the house-brewed "Oyster Stout." At 5.3% ABV, it is made with plenty of oysters from Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture. Built around pilsner malt and layered with wheat malt and chocolate malt, it has been crafted into a rich, full-bodied beer that blends oyster umami with malt aroma. This time, the oysters in the shell were simmered thoroughly for 60 minutes, adding even more depth to the aroma.
Food Pairings
On the food side, the menu includes oyster biryani made with oysters from Yamayo Suisan in Oshima, Kesennuma; Kerala oyster curry; and combo plates with ume-vinegar pork vindaloo. Centering on spice dishes and oyster dishes, the lineup is designed so the stout can be paired with the food, a pleasure that is distinctly brewpub. It is a good choice for a day when you want to linger in Koenji and enjoy a drink slowly from the first glass, together with a meal.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt And Beer in Koenji, the Oyster Stout made with Kesennuma oysters has been tapped again.
MugiHuh! A beer with oysters? So that means it has a slight ocean aroma, right?
Hop BroExactly. And it’s 5.3% ABV, with a rich, full-bodied taste built from pilsner malt layered with wheat malt and chocolate malt.
MugiPilsner, chocolate, and wheat? My brain is already working overtime! I have no idea what each of those is doing!
Hop BroSimply put, the pilsner malt is the base, the wheat malt adds a softer mouthfeel, and the chocolate malt brings in roasted aroma. Then the oyster umami is layered on top, creating stacked savory depth.
MugiI see! And simmering shell-on oysters for 60 minutes sounds like a total umami stew championship!
Hop BroExactly. This time they’re also offering oyster biryani and Kerala oyster curry made with oysters from Yamayo Suisan in Oshima, Kesennuma, so they’re really pushing the pairing of spices and oysters.
MugiBiryani, curry, and stout? That is way too much information! But that’s definitely the kind of meal that makes your stomach happy!
Hop BroAnd because it’s a brewpub in Koenji, you can drop in casually during all-day service, and there’s happy hour too. Being able to enjoy it both inside and as takeout is what gives it that brewpub feel.
MugiOkay, I’ve decided! I want to drink slowly from the first glass with oyster biryani as my snack!
Hop BroThere you go. Then let’s head to Koenji and take our time enjoying Oyster Stout with the food.
MugiLet’s go, let’s go! I’m already in the mood for oysters and dark beer today!
