Four beers including Plank Brewery's Helles appear at Niigata's 04&Beer
The beer pub "04&Beer" in Chuo Ward, Niigata City, introduced its tap lineup on Instagram for the muggy weather. The four beers on tap include Helles from Plank Brewery, Swan Lake Beer, Falo Brewing, and Karuizawa Q.
Hop BroNiigata City's 04&Beer's tap lineup really hits the spot on a muggy day. Anchored by Plank Brewery's Helles, the local lineup is solid too, and just looking at it makes your throat want a beer.
MugiWait, what kind of beer is Helles? The name sounds intense, but it's surprising that it works on a hot day!
Hop BroHelles is a clean, easy-drinking lager from Bavaria. The bitterness doesn't come forward too much, and it has a gentle malt sweetness and a crisp finish, so it's very kind to people who prioritize smooth drinking.
MugiI see! Then Swan Lake Beer's Swan Lake Porter sounds pretty sturdy just from the name.
Hop BroExactly. A porter's appeal is its calm, mellow drinking feel. It has the toasted aroma of roasted malt, but it's not heavy in a hard-to-drink way, and even on a hot day it's the kind of beer that makes you feel like, 'Okay, I'll take my time today.'
MugiWhat?! Then Falo Brewing's Tsubame Draught sounds interesting too, since even the name feels like a new face!
Hop BroThat's one of the highlights this time, and apparently it sold out in no time last time. The shop said they wanted to 'put it on again,' so you can tell a lot of people were waiting for a repeat.
MugiBut wait, what's draft? That suddenly sounds like a construction site!
Hop BroHaha, that's an important one. In beer, draft means draught beer, poured from the tap at the bar instead of from a bottle or can. That's why the freshness and aroma really come through.
MugiOh, I see! Then Nagano's Karuizawa Q's Kizashi would probably taste different on tap too.
Hop BroExactly. What's interesting is that real ale is also planned this time. The temperature and foam feel a little different, so even the same beer can feel more 'alive,' which is irresistible for people who like comparing beers.
MugiSo basically, it's pick your first drink after work however you want! If it opens at 5 p.m., maybe I really do have to go today.
Hop BroYeah, and there's also the fun of following tap turnover in the Furumachi area. Whether you start light with the Helles or settle in with the porter, the whole experience, including the time spent deciding, is what makes it great. All right, today the two of us are definitely in the mood to go drinking.
The beer pub "04&Beer" on Nishibori-Mae-dori 8-bancho in Chuo Ward, Niigata City, posted the details of its draft lineup on Instagram for the increasingly hot weather.
This day's lineup featured `Helles` by Bavaria's Plank Brewery, the local Niigata Swan Lake Beer's `Swan Lake Porter`, `Tsubame Draught`, a new arrival from Miyagi's Falo Brewing, and `Kizashi` from Nagano's Karuizawa Q. From easy-drinking lager styles to a calm, mellow porter and more distinctive labels, the selection lets drinkers choose according to their mood.
In the post, `Tsubame Draught` was introduced with the note, "Last time it disappeared in no time, so we wanted to put it on again," showing they had been waiting for its return. As described as "right in the center" for a muggy day, it's a selection aimed at people looking for a beer that goes down smoothly.
It was also noted that real ale is expected to arrive the next day or later. As a beer pub in the Furumachi area where part of the fun is tracking tap turnover, 04&Beer once again showed that strength in this tap lineup. Opening time is 5 p.m. It's the kind of setup that makes you want to stop by after work and pick your first pint.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroNiigata City's 04&Beer's tap lineup really hits the spot on a muggy day. Anchored by Plank Brewery's Helles, the local lineup is solid too, and just looking at it makes your throat want a beer.
MugiWait, what kind of beer is Helles? The name sounds intense, but it's surprising that it works on a hot day!
Hop BroHelles is a clean, easy-drinking lager from Bavaria. The bitterness doesn't come forward too much, and it has a gentle malt sweetness and a crisp finish, so it's very kind to people who prioritize smooth drinking.
MugiI see! Then Swan Lake Beer's Swan Lake Porter sounds pretty sturdy just from the name.
Hop BroExactly. A porter's appeal is its calm, mellow drinking feel. It has the toasted aroma of roasted malt, but it's not heavy in a hard-to-drink way, and even on a hot day it's the kind of beer that makes you feel like, 'Okay, I'll take my time today.'
MugiWhat?! Then Falo Brewing's Tsubame Draught sounds interesting too, since even the name feels like a new face!
Hop BroThat's one of the highlights this time, and apparently it sold out in no time last time. The shop said they wanted to 'put it on again,' so you can tell a lot of people were waiting for a repeat.
MugiBut wait, what's draft? That suddenly sounds like a construction site!
Hop BroHaha, that's an important one. In beer, draft means draught beer, poured from the tap at the bar instead of from a bottle or can. That's why the freshness and aroma really come through.
MugiOh, I see! Then Nagano's Karuizawa Q's Kizashi would probably taste different on tap too.
Hop BroExactly. What's interesting is that real ale is also planned this time. The temperature and foam feel a little different, so even the same beer can feel more 'alive,' which is irresistible for people who like comparing beers.
MugiSo basically, it's pick your first drink after work however you want! If it opens at 5 p.m., maybe I really do have to go today.
Hop BroYeah, and there's also the fun of following tap turnover in the Furumachi area. Whether you start light with the Helles or settle in with the porter, the whole experience, including the time spent deciding, is what makes it great. All right, today the two of us are definitely in the mood to go drinking.
