And Beer Koenji Taproom to Pour Oatmeal Stout “Black Swallow” on July 9
And Beer Koenji Taproom is featuring an oatmeal stout called “Black Swallow” in its July 9 post. The brewpub is serving all day, and the menu leans into beer-friendly dishes that pair naturally with the beer.
Hop BroAt And Beer Koenji, today's star is the oatmeal stout Black Swallow. It's the kind of pour that makes a lunchtime detour feel justified.
MugiWait, what is Black Swallow? That name sounds intense. Is it one of those super heavy dark beers?
Hop BroIt's And Beer's Andy recipe series, round three, and it's a 4.6% oatmeal stout. The oats make it go down much smoother than the color suggests.
MugiA black beer that's dry and crisp? My brain needs a reboot. What do oats even do in there?
Hop BroThat's the fun part. An oatmeal stout uses oats to soften the texture while keeping that roasted character. In normal-person terms: dark, toasty, and weirdly easy to drink.
MugiOooh! And the taproom is open 11:30 to 22:00, right? That feels dangerously perfect for lunch, a snack, and somehow still dinner.
Hop BroExactly, and with salmon biryani, Chettinad chicken, and Gujo miso keema, it's made for spicy food. The stout's roasty edge really works with those flavors.
MugiWhat is this lineup, a trap for my wallet? Garlic-butter fried corn with beer is basically a legally binding second pint.
Hop BroAt this point I want a pint immediately. Plus the terrace is pet-friendly, and takeaway runs from 10:00 to 22:00 with growler fills, so there is no bad plan.
MugiThen it's settled: one at lunch, one at night. Put Black Swallow next to biryani and I am ordering before you finish the sentence.
Featured beer
And Beer Koenji Taproom is pouring “Black Swallow,” an oatmeal stout introduced in the post as the third beer in the Andy recipe series. It is described as a dry, clean black beer with a smooth mouthfeel. The brewery’s website lists it as an oatmeal stout at 4.6% ABV.
All-day hours
On July 9, the taproom is open from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. straight through. Lunch runs from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., followed by an idle period from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and dinner from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. It is a practical setup for anyone who wants to start with lunch and continue into the evening.
Food pairing angle
The food line-up includes salmon biryani, Chettinad chicken, and Goujou miso keema to start, plus dinner suggestions such as gimo chili, fried vegetables, shrimp with herb crumbs, and black-vinegar braised pork. The combination gives Black Swallow an easy range of pairing options, from spice-forward dishes to fried and savory snacks.
About the venue
And Beer is a brewpub in Koenji, Tokyo. Its terrace is pet-friendly, and beer takeout is available from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. in bottles, plastic cups, or growlers. For drinkers looking for a black beer with food in a relaxed neighborhood setting, this is a straightforward stop in Koenji.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt And Beer Koenji, today's star is the oatmeal stout Black Swallow. It's the kind of pour that makes a lunchtime detour feel justified.
MugiWait, what is Black Swallow? That name sounds intense. Is it one of those super heavy dark beers?
Hop BroIt's And Beer's Andy recipe series, round three, and it's a 4.6% oatmeal stout. The oats make it go down much smoother than the color suggests.
MugiA black beer that's dry and crisp? My brain needs a reboot. What do oats even do in there?
Hop BroThat's the fun part. An oatmeal stout uses oats to soften the texture while keeping that roasted character. In normal-person terms: dark, toasty, and weirdly easy to drink.
MugiOooh! And the taproom is open 11:30 to 22:00, right? That feels dangerously perfect for lunch, a snack, and somehow still dinner.
Hop BroExactly, and with salmon biryani, Chettinad chicken, and Gujo miso keema, it's made for spicy food. The stout's roasty edge really works with those flavors.
MugiWhat is this lineup, a trap for my wallet? Garlic-butter fried corn with beer is basically a legally binding second pint.
Hop BroAt this point I want a pint immediately. Plus the terrace is pet-friendly, and takeaway runs from 10:00 to 22:00 with growler fills, so there is no bad plan.
MugiThen it's settled: one at lunch, one at night. Put Black Swallow next to biryani and I am ordering before you finish the sentence.
