Aoi Brewing’s “Kiyosawa Lemon Wheat” Arrives at The Pint Shack
The beer pub The Pint Shack in Shizuoka City’s Aoi Ward announced in a March 16 post that it would be serving Aoi Brewing’s seasonal “Kiyosawa Lemon Wheat.” This springlike brew uses lemons from Kiyosawa, with pairing suggestions for fried foods and spicy dishes also included.
Hop BroToday’s highlight is The Pint Shack’s new tap. In a March 16 post, they announced that Aoi Brewing’s seasonal “Kiyosawa Lemon Wheat” had been added!
MugiWhoa! Just the name “Kiyosawa Lemon Wheat” makes it sound like spring! Is it one of those chug-it-like-a-lemon-sour kinds?
Hop BroWhat makes it interesting is that it’s Aoi Brewing’s seasonal beer, and the style is wheat. It uses lemons from Kiyosawa, both juice and peel, to bring out the aroma and acidity beautifully.
MugiWhat?! What’s a wheat beer? I only think of bread when I hear wheat!
Hop BroUsing wheat malt tends to give it a smoother mouthfeel. Paired with the lemon’s brightness like this, it becomes a beer designed to go down lightly, with restrained bitterness.
MugiHuh, I’ve heard beer bitterness is decided by something called IBU! So that means it’s on the lower side?
Hop BroExactly, IBU is a measure of bitterness. This one is balanced so it isn’t too heavy, and they even suggest pairing it with fried foods and spicy dishes. Cajun chicken and nachos should go really well with it.
MugiAmazing! Reset your mouth with lemon, then go chicken -> nachos -> beer, and you’ve basically built a perpetual motion machine!
Hop BroAnd it’s easy to get to from the Shizuoka Station area, plus the taps change fast, so checking social media is a must. Catching seasonal guest beers is all about timing!
MugiIt’s settled! Tonight I’m heading to The Pint Shack for a spring glass of lemon beer. My mouth is already beer now!
At the beer pub The Pint Shack in Miyuki-cho, Shizuoka, Aoi Brewing’s seasonal beer is being featured as a guest beer. The beer introduced this time is “Kiyosawa Lemon Wheat,” a spring staple that draws attention every year.
According to the post, this beer is built with lemons harvested in Shizuoka City’s Kiyosawa area, using both the juice and the peel generously. Its defining qualities are a fresh lemon aroma and gentle acidity layered over the mellow character of wheat. Bitterness is restrained, creating a balance that makes it easy to keep drinking.
The Pint Shack recommends pairing it with the food served in-house, especially fried dishes and spice-forward items. Specific examples include Cajun chicken and nachos, with the lemon’s clean, refreshing character expected to balance the oil and spices.
Conveniently located for access from the Shizuoka Station area, the pub’s day-to-day lineup can be checked on social media. In true beer-pub fashion, with taps changing quickly, it’s a beer worth watching for if you want to catch seasonal guest beers at the right moment.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s highlight is The Pint Shack’s new tap. In a March 16 post, they announced that Aoi Brewing’s seasonal “Kiyosawa Lemon Wheat” had been added!
MugiWhoa! Just the name “Kiyosawa Lemon Wheat” makes it sound like spring! Is it one of those chug-it-like-a-lemon-sour kinds?
Hop BroWhat makes it interesting is that it’s Aoi Brewing’s seasonal beer, and the style is wheat. It uses lemons from Kiyosawa, both juice and peel, to bring out the aroma and acidity beautifully.
MugiWhat?! What’s a wheat beer? I only think of bread when I hear wheat!
Hop BroUsing wheat malt tends to give it a smoother mouthfeel. Paired with the lemon’s brightness like this, it becomes a beer designed to go down lightly, with restrained bitterness.
MugiHuh, I’ve heard beer bitterness is decided by something called IBU! So that means it’s on the lower side?
Hop BroExactly, IBU is a measure of bitterness. This one is balanced so it isn’t too heavy, and they even suggest pairing it with fried foods and spicy dishes. Cajun chicken and nachos should go really well with it.
MugiAmazing! Reset your mouth with lemon, then go chicken -> nachos -> beer, and you’ve basically built a perpetual motion machine!
Hop BroAnd it’s easy to get to from the Shizuoka Station area, plus the taps change fast, so checking social media is a must. Catching seasonal guest beers is all about timing!
MugiIt’s settled! Tonight I’m heading to The Pint Shack for a spring glass of lemon beer. My mouth is already beer now!
