CRAFT BEER BASE BUD kicks off “LAGER FAIR in SPRING,” unveiling 10 taps
At the beer pub CRAFT BEER BASE BUD in Umeda, Osaka, the tap list for April 18 was released. Centered on lagers, the lineup spans pale ales, IPAs, and schwarzbier, making it a must-see selection for anyone hunting for a spring pint.
Hop BroAt CRAFT BEER BASE BUD in Umeda, Osaka, they’ve put out an April 18-only tap list. This time it’s the LAGER FAIR in SPRING, so it’s basically the perfect day for spring tasting.
MugiWait, a lager-centered fair is that unusual? I’ve been chasing pale ales this whole time, so this might open up a whole new world!
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting. They’re saying there are at least five lager taps. With Bohemian Style Pilsner, Schwarzbier, Altbier, Bock, and Rauchbock all lined up, it really shows how broad the lager category can be.
MugiHold on, hold on, what is Schwarzbier? The dark name sounds intense, but it’s not one of those beers that suddenly turns drinking into a training montage, right?
Hop BroNo training montage here. Schwarzbier is a dark beer, but it’s often cleaner and easier to drink than it looks. Here they’ve got HarvestMoon’s Schwarz on tap, so you should be able to enjoy the roasted aroma without losing that light, crisp feel.
MugiOhhh! Then Maple Bock sounds interesting just from the name. If it has maple syrup, it might have a dessert-like feel!
Hop BroExactly. It’s a German Style Bock blended with maple, so you get a strong malt backbone with a gentle sweetness on top. And they even have ONMEN BRÄU’s Rauchbock, so if you like smoky aromas, that one should really hit the spot.
MugiWhat the heck! They even have smoked beer? They’re really going for it! And in the basement of Umeda, it feels like a secret base, which makes it even more exciting!
Hop BroAnd the location is Basement 2F of Osaka Station Front Building No. 1, with hours from 12:00 to 22:30 and last call at 22:00. It’s the kind of place where you can drop in after work and take your time choosing from the kegs, which is very BUD.
MugiThat’s great! You can drink signature beers like Gentle Lion and vera, so IPA fans are covered too. One place showing so many sides of itself is kind of unfair!
Hop BroExactly. What’s fun is that while tracking where lagers are now, you can also try West Coast Pilsner, West Coast Pale Ale, and even mixed-culture table beer. This is the kind of night that makes you want more than just one drink in Umeda.
At CRAFT BEER BASE BUD, located on the basement second floor of Osaka Station Front Building No. 1, the tap list for April 18 was unveiled. Business hours are 12:00-22:30, with last call for beer at 22:00. It is a Umeda beer pub that is easy to stop by after work, and the lineup offers a chance to enjoy a spring tasting session.
The theme for the day is “LAGER FAIR in SPRING.” The post highlights that there will be “at least five lager-style taps,” and the lineup stands out for showcasing the broad range of lagers, from light and crisp to fuller-bodied examples. Even the actual tap list is eye-catching, with Bohemian Style Pilsner, Schwarzbier, Altbier, German Style Bock with Maple Syrup, and Rauchbock among the offerings, making it especially appealing for craft lager fans.
The notable 10 taps are as follows.
1. Gentle Lion / CRAFT BEER BASE × Matt Brynildson - Modern American Pale Ale
2. vera / CRAFT BEER BASE - IPA
3. Schwarz / HarvestMoon - Schwarzbier
4. Album / Swanlakebeer, HEIWA CRAFT, YAMAMORIDO, KaruizawaQ - Altbier
5. Maple Bock / Hinterland - German Style Bock with Maple Syrup
6. Hona, Sorede! / OUR BREWING - West Coast Pilsner
7. One Louder / Trademark - West Coast Pale Ale
8. GOLDEN PILSNER / Fremont - Bohemian Style Pilsner
9. Live By The Sun & Moon / Finback × Brasserie Lapisse - Mix Cultured Table Beer with Merlot Pamice
10. ONMEN BRÄU / Baeren Brewery - Rauchbock
What is especially interesting is that the list includes not only signature beers like Gentle Lion and vera, but also distinctive selections such as ONMEN BRÄU and Maple Bock. While the focus is on lagers, the lineup also includes IPA, West Coast Pale Ale, and mixed-culture table beer, so you can sample a wide range of flavors in one place.
Drinking while carefully choosing from the kegs in the basement of Osaka’s Umeda district is very much BUD’s style. This is a tap list worth checking out for beer lovers, as it covers the classics of craft beer while letting you catch up on what lagers are like right now.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt CRAFT BEER BASE BUD in Umeda, Osaka, they’ve put out an April 18-only tap list. This time it’s the LAGER FAIR in SPRING, so it’s basically the perfect day for spring tasting.
MugiWait, a lager-centered fair is that unusual? I’ve been chasing pale ales this whole time, so this might open up a whole new world!
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting. They’re saying there are at least five lager taps. With Bohemian Style Pilsner, Schwarzbier, Altbier, Bock, and Rauchbock all lined up, it really shows how broad the lager category can be.
MugiHold on, hold on, what is Schwarzbier? The dark name sounds intense, but it’s not one of those beers that suddenly turns drinking into a training montage, right?
Hop BroNo training montage here. Schwarzbier is a dark beer, but it’s often cleaner and easier to drink than it looks. Here they’ve got HarvestMoon’s Schwarz on tap, so you should be able to enjoy the roasted aroma without losing that light, crisp feel.
MugiOhhh! Then Maple Bock sounds interesting just from the name. If it has maple syrup, it might have a dessert-like feel!
Hop BroExactly. It’s a German Style Bock blended with maple, so you get a strong malt backbone with a gentle sweetness on top. And they even have ONMEN BRÄU’s Rauchbock, so if you like smoky aromas, that one should really hit the spot.
MugiWhat the heck! They even have smoked beer? They’re really going for it! And in the basement of Umeda, it feels like a secret base, which makes it even more exciting!
Hop BroAnd the location is Basement 2F of Osaka Station Front Building No. 1, with hours from 12:00 to 22:30 and last call at 22:00. It’s the kind of place where you can drop in after work and take your time choosing from the kegs, which is very BUD.
MugiThat’s great! You can drink signature beers like Gentle Lion and vera, so IPA fans are covered too. One place showing so many sides of itself is kind of unfair!
Hop BroExactly. What’s fun is that while tracking where lagers are now, you can also try West Coast Pilsner, West Coast Pale Ale, and even mixed-culture table beer. This is the kind of night that makes you want more than just one drink in Umeda.
