CraftBeerSpot Hathor in Kyobashi pours Isekadoya Brown Ale and Broken Record
CraftBeerSpot Hathor, a beer pub in Osaka's Kyobashi district, updated its tap list on July 17. The featured picks are Isekadoya Beer’s Brown Ale and Embolden’s Broken Record, alongside a broad lineup ranging from lager to dark beer.
Hop BroHathor in Kyobashi has a real headliner today: Isekadoya Brown Ale. Embolden's Broken Record is on the featured list too, so this tap lineup is basically an invitation to detour.
MugiWait, Broken Record sounds intense already! And Brown Ale... is that one of those beers where calling it "just brown" gets you scolded?
Hop BroBefore the beer police arrive, Hathor is a 16-tap beer pub with house-smoked food, which is a dangerous level of temptation. They've got everything from lagers to dark beer.
MugiBut seriously, what is Brown Ale ? Not as heavy as a stout, but more solid than a lager... like middle management in beer form?
Hop BroThat comparison is weirdly accurate. The base is malty depth and complexity. Think caramel and chocolate notes, then Citra and Amarillo layer in orange-like aroma on top.
MugiWhat is that! Citra and Amarillo sound like two foreign baseball imports. Those aren't people, right?
Hop BroThey're hop varieties. In plain terms, they bring orange and citrus aroma, so even with a firm body the finish stays tight and crisp.
MugiOhhh! Then what kind of character is Embolden's West Coast IPA ? Please don't tell me it tastes like salty sea breeze.
Hop BroNot salty, thankfully. With Nelson and Mosaic, it pushes citrus and fruity notes up front in a light, snappy IPA. The name sounds loud, but the drink goes down smooth.
MugiWow, having everything from lager to dark on one list is strong. First drink, last drink, mood swing drink... all covered!
Hop BroAnd if you pair it with the smoked food, the Brown Ale's maltiness and the depth of the dark beers stand out even more. The pairing starts before you even sit down.
MugiI've made my decision! First, a stop at Hathor, then I want Brown Ale and Broken Record side by side for a proper taste-off. My stomach and my throat are fully ready!
Highlights
CraftBeerSpot Hathor in Osaka's Kyobashi posted its July 17 draft beer list. The day's recommended pours are Isekadoya Beer’s Brown Ale and Embolden’s Broken Record. The pub opened in 2015, runs 16 taps, and is also known for its house-smoked food.
The Brown Ale is built on malt depth and complexity, then lifted by hop aroma. According to the shop note, it shows caramel and chocolate malt character, with orange and citrus notes from Citra and Amarillo. It has a firm body, a clear bitterness, and a finish that stays rich yet clean. Broken Record is a more classic-leaning West Coast IPA with a lighter body and a vivid citrus-fruity profile from Nelson and Mosaic.
Tap List
- Lager: Edelpils / Sapporo Beer, First Lager / Shimanami Brewery, Helles / Shonan Beer
- White Beer: Hoegaarden White / Hoegaarden
- Ale Beer: Honey Saison / Minoh Beer, Brown Ale / Isekadoya Beer, Sage / Falo Brewing × Karakuri
- Fruits: Totonoimashita! Yuzucchi / Ushitora Brewery
- IPA: Kind of Gold Real Ale Ver / Shiga Kogen Beer × Dogfish Head × Oxbow, Kind of Gold / Shiga Kogen Beer × Dogfish Head × Oxbow, Broken Record / Embolden
- Black Beer: Velvet Merkin 2017 / Firestone Walker
With lager, wheat beer, saison, fruit beer, IPA, and black beer on tap, the lineup is easy to navigate by mood. The house-smoked dishes should pair especially well with the malt-driven Brown Ale and the darker beers on the board.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroHathor in Kyobashi has a real headliner today: Isekadoya Brown Ale. Embolden's Broken Record is on the featured list too, so this tap lineup is basically an invitation to detour.
MugiWait, Broken Record sounds intense already! And Brown Ale... is that one of those beers where calling it "just brown" gets you scolded?
Hop BroBefore the beer police arrive, Hathor is a 16-tap beer pub with house-smoked food, which is a dangerous level of temptation. They've got everything from lagers to dark beer.
MugiBut seriously, what is Brown Ale ? Not as heavy as a stout, but more solid than a lager... like middle management in beer form?
Hop BroThat comparison is weirdly accurate. The base is malty depth and complexity. Think caramel and chocolate notes, then Citra and Amarillo layer in orange-like aroma on top.
MugiWhat is that! Citra and Amarillo sound like two foreign baseball imports. Those aren't people, right?
Hop BroThey're hop varieties. In plain terms, they bring orange and citrus aroma, so even with a firm body the finish stays tight and crisp.
MugiOhhh! Then what kind of character is Embolden's West Coast IPA ? Please don't tell me it tastes like salty sea breeze.
Hop BroNot salty, thankfully. With Nelson and Mosaic, it pushes citrus and fruity notes up front in a light, snappy IPA. The name sounds loud, but the drink goes down smooth.
MugiWow, having everything from lager to dark on one list is strong. First drink, last drink, mood swing drink... all covered!
Hop BroAnd if you pair it with the smoked food, the Brown Ale's maltiness and the depth of the dark beers stand out even more. The pairing starts before you even sit down.
MugiI've made my decision! First, a stop at Hathor, then I want Brown Ale and Broken Record side by side for a proper taste-off. My stomach and my throat are fully ready!
