254BeeR taps citrus sour ale "Sazanami," serving 4 regulars and 4 limited releases
Brewpub 254BeeR in Hakuraku, Yokohama announced that it would open at 5 p.m. even on Tuesday. The lineup features eight beers in total, including the long-awaited sour ale "Sazanami," with four regular offerings and four limited releases.
Hop Bro254BeeR in Hakuraku, Yokohama is open on Tuesday, so it's coming in clutch. It's easy to swing by after work, and the star this time is the sour ale "Sazanami," which has returned for the first time in a while.
MugiWait, they're open on Tuesday!? And it's just a 1-minute walk from the station? That's dangerously tempting.
Hop BroAnd "Sazanami" is a new citrus-peel sour ale made with flower yuzu, Shonan Gold, and daidai. The key is that it builds up acidity while layering in a mellow lactic character.
MugiHold on, what does "lactic" even mean? So it's like tart and tasty, kind of like yogurt?
Hop BroBasically, yes. It's not just a sharp sour hit; it also gives a rounded mouthfeel, which helps the honey-like aftertaste in the aroma carry through.
MugiOh wow! And having a full lineup of eight beers sounds fun before you even choose one.
Hop BroThe regulars are Saison, IPA, Hazy IPA, and Dry Hopped Saison, so the four core beers are solid. What makes 254BeeR feel like 254BeeR is the way distinctive beers like SMOKED SAISON are added on top.
MugiJust the name SMOKED already sounds intense! A smoky saison feels like it would go well with yakitori.
Hop BroExactly. And since there are also Alt, Akamugi, and even BLACK IPA instead of White, the four limited releases are really strong. It's interesting how bitterness, haze, smoke, and acidity are each clearly separated.
MugiAlright, I'll just check the latest info before heading out, and then I want to start with "Sazanami." Tart, aromatic, and maybe enough to make me hungry too!
Hop BroThat's the plan. I'd also want to go for the Hakuraku IPA, and in the end the urge to drink right now always wins. So today, let's have one by one at 254BeeR.
The brewpub "254BeeR" in Hakuraku, Yokohama is open from 5 p.m. today, Tuesday as well. Located just a 1-minute walk from Hakuraku Station on the Tokyu Toyoko Line, it opens at a time that makes it easy to stop by on the way home from work. The post also noted that it is scheduled to be open next Monday and Tuesday.
The highlight this time is the new sour ale "Sazanami," made with multiple citrus peels. It is a beer that combines flower yuzu, Shonan Gold, and daidai, and is designed to layer a strong acidity with a mellow lactic character. Its aroma is said to be strikingly orange- and lemon-like, followed by a honey-like sweetness, while the subtle bitterness of yuzu tightens the overall impression on the palate. It should work well not only as a first drink, but also as a refreshing break between meals.
The lineup includes eight beers in total. The regulars are "S54 (Saison)", "Hakuraku IPA (IPA)", "Sheep & Sheep (Hazy IPA)", and "Utatane (Dry Hopped Saison)". The limited releases are "SMOKED SAISON (Smoked)", "Akamugi (Alt)", "BLACK IPA (Black IPA)", and "Sazanami (Fruited Sour)". From a smoky saison and a hop-forward IPA to a hazy, murky IPA and a fruit sour focused on acidity, the lineup clearly spans a wide range of flavors.
254BeeR opens at 5 p.m. on weekdays, 3 p.m. on Saturdays, and 3 p.m. on Sundays and holidays, and is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Since this post announces Tuesday service, it would be wise to check the latest information before visiting. For anyone who likes to start with the regulars and then sample the limiteds and new releases little by little, 254BeeR is definitely worth checking out right now.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop Bro254BeeR in Hakuraku, Yokohama is open on Tuesday, so it's coming in clutch. It's easy to swing by after work, and the star this time is the sour ale "Sazanami," which has returned for the first time in a while.
MugiWait, they're open on Tuesday!? And it's just a 1-minute walk from the station? That's dangerously tempting.
Hop BroAnd "Sazanami" is a new citrus-peel sour ale made with flower yuzu, Shonan Gold, and daidai. The key is that it builds up acidity while layering in a mellow lactic character.
MugiHold on, what does "lactic" even mean? So it's like tart and tasty, kind of like yogurt?
Hop BroBasically, yes. It's not just a sharp sour hit; it also gives a rounded mouthfeel, which helps the honey-like aftertaste in the aroma carry through.
MugiOh wow! And having a full lineup of eight beers sounds fun before you even choose one.
Hop BroThe regulars are Saison, IPA, Hazy IPA, and Dry Hopped Saison, so the four core beers are solid. What makes 254BeeR feel like 254BeeR is the way distinctive beers like SMOKED SAISON are added on top.
MugiJust the name SMOKED already sounds intense! A smoky saison feels like it would go well with yakitori.
Hop BroExactly. And since there are also Alt, Akamugi, and even BLACK IPA instead of White, the four limited releases are really strong. It's interesting how bitterness, haze, smoke, and acidity are each clearly separated.
MugiAlright, I'll just check the latest info before heading out, and then I want to start with "Sazanami." Tart, aromatic, and maybe enough to make me hungry too!
Hop BroThat's the plan. I'd also want to go for the Hakuraku IPA, and in the end the urge to drink right now always wins. So today, let's have one by one at 254BeeR.
