Gambrinus in Kokubunji Reveals 13 Draft Beers for May 13, Opens Kajiya Brewery’s "Pils No. 1"
BEER CAFE GAMBRINUS announced its regular draft lineup on May 13. Thirteen beers are on tap, including Kajiya Brewery’s "Pils No. 1," Cold IPA, Hazy Double IPA, and Robust Porter, with the next rotation candidates also previewed.
Hop BroThat 13-tap lineup at Gambrinus, just off the south exit of Kokubunji Station, is pretty bold for May 13. The lead beer is Kajiya Brewery’s "Pils No. 1," which feels like it’s calling out to be the first drink of the night.
MugiWait, they have 13 draft beers? With that many, I’d feel full just deciding what to order!
Hop BroAnd it’s not just a big list for the sake of it. They’ve got a broad lineup that includes Cold IPA, Hazy Double IPA, and Robust Porter. On top of that, the place is completely non-smoking, has no cover charge, and offers free Wi-Fi, so it’s easy to settle in and compare beers at your own pace.
MugiWhat? Does that mean a Cold IPA is just a cold IPA? Or is it the kind that chills your heart?
Hop BroNot that kind of cold. Roughly speaking, it’s a style that leans toward a crisp, sharp IPA. The aroma is still strong, but the finish tends to be clean. By contrast, Hazy Double IPA puts its haze and juiciness front and center, so even though both are IPAs, the impression is very different.
MugiOhhh. So the raspberry one and the yuzu one sound like they’d be fun almost like dessert beers.
Hop BroExactly. Iwate Kura Beer’s "Raspberry Pink" and Yokohama Bay Brewing’s "Yuzu Weiss" both have fruit character that really comes through, so they’re strong choices if you want to pick a beer based on aroma. And with a classic lager like Pilsner Urquell in the mix, the lineup is smartly built so you can end on a reassuring note.
MugiAnd they even have a "Coming Soon!" section? That’s cheating! If the next rotation is already visible, of course I’ll want to come back!
Hop BroThat’s part of what makes Gambrinus so fun. They’ve got Umekin’s Weizen, Minoh Beer’s Kozaru IPA, Ushitora’s West Coast IPA, and Outsider’s Juicy IPA waiting in the wings, so you could spend a whole day just following the tap rotation.
MugiNow I’m totally in beer mode! Tonight I want to go to Kokubunji for a full-on beer-tasting outing!
BEER CAFE GAMBRINUS, located on the 6th floor of the No. 46 Tokyo Building, just a one-minute walk from the south exit of Kokubunji Station, released its tap list for May 13. The shop is completely non-smoking, has no cover charge, and offers free Wi-Fi. It is the kind of place where you can easily sample small pours of beers that catch your eye, and enjoy draft beer alongside handmade dishes prepared by a Japanese cuisine chef.
This day’s "On Tap!" lineup ranged widely in style, led by Kajiya Brewery’s "Pils No. 1," and including Hop Kotan Brewing’s "Seiran [Cold IPA]," U.B.P Brewery’s "Hazy Celebration [Hazy Double IPA]," and Craft Beer Base’s "Robust Porter." From stronger IPAs like Oni Densetsu Jibeer x Asaya’s "NEW Maki 11.5 IPA [Hazy IPA]" to Great Dane’s "Scotch Ale" and Fermentary’s "Niko [Milky Ale]," the wide spread of flavors is another highlight.
For those who care about fruit character and aroma, Iwate Kura Beer’s "Raspberry Pink [Fruit Wheat Ale]" and Yokohama Bay Brewing’s "Yuzu Weiss [Fruit Weizen]" stand out. As a familiar closing option, Pilsner Urquell is also on the list, securing the reassuring appeal of a lager.
The "Coming Soon!" section also includes Umekin Beer’s "Weizen," Minoh Beer’s "Kozaru IPA [Session IPA]," Ushitora’s "Ushitora Man Dyna [West Coast IPA]," Outsider’s "Lagoon Juicy IPA," and U.B.P Brewery’s "Keyaki Forward [Hazy IPA]." This is a place where you can compare the 13 beers available now with the 5 coming next, and enjoy following the rhythm of the rotating taps.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThat 13-tap lineup at Gambrinus, just off the south exit of Kokubunji Station, is pretty bold for May 13. The lead beer is Kajiya Brewery’s "Pils No. 1," which feels like it’s calling out to be the first drink of the night.
MugiWait, they have 13 draft beers? With that many, I’d feel full just deciding what to order!
Hop BroAnd it’s not just a big list for the sake of it. They’ve got a broad lineup that includes Cold IPA, Hazy Double IPA, and Robust Porter. On top of that, the place is completely non-smoking, has no cover charge, and offers free Wi-Fi, so it’s easy to settle in and compare beers at your own pace.
MugiWhat? Does that mean a Cold IPA is just a cold IPA? Or is it the kind that chills your heart?
Hop BroNot that kind of cold. Roughly speaking, it’s a style that leans toward a crisp, sharp IPA. The aroma is still strong, but the finish tends to be clean. By contrast, Hazy Double IPA puts its haze and juiciness front and center, so even though both are IPAs, the impression is very different.
MugiOhhh. So the raspberry one and the yuzu one sound like they’d be fun almost like dessert beers.
Hop BroExactly. Iwate Kura Beer’s "Raspberry Pink" and Yokohama Bay Brewing’s "Yuzu Weiss" both have fruit character that really comes through, so they’re strong choices if you want to pick a beer based on aroma. And with a classic lager like Pilsner Urquell in the mix, the lineup is smartly built so you can end on a reassuring note.
MugiAnd they even have a "Coming Soon!" section? That’s cheating! If the next rotation is already visible, of course I’ll want to come back!
Hop BroThat’s part of what makes Gambrinus so fun. They’ve got Umekin’s Weizen, Minoh Beer’s Kozaru IPA, Ushitora’s West Coast IPA, and Outsider’s Juicy IPA waiting in the wings, so you could spend a whole day just following the tap rotation.
MugiNow I’m totally in beer mode! Tonight I want to go to Kokubunji for a full-on beer-tasting outing!
