Kitazawa Konishi Introduces VERTERE's 'Typhina' and 'Heliconia'
The beer pub Kitazawa Konishi in Shimokitazawa introduced two guest beers from VERTERE on Instagram. Modern Pilsner 'Typhina' and Hazy IPA 'Heliconia' were featured side by side, expanding the choices for what to drink in the shop.
Hop BroSomething interesting showed up in the guest-beer guide at the Shimokitazawa beer pub, Kitazawa Konishi. VERTERE's 'Typhina' and 'Heliconia' are lined up, and it's the kind of setup that makes you hesitate over which one to choose today.
MugiWait, just having two bottles lined up makes it that fun!? Typhina and Heliconia already sound so stylish that I can't choose anymore!
Hop BroFirst, 'Typhina' is a Modern Pilsner. It has that crisp lager-like character, but with a more contemporary aroma and outline, and the can lists it at 5.5%.
MugiModern... Pilsner? So in the end, does that mean a crisp lager-like profile? Some suddenly smart-sounding words came out of nowhere!
Hop BroBasically, it means it's light on the palate, but not just thin. It has a sharp drinking impression, pairs well with food, and works strongly as a first beer.
MugiI get it! Then 'Heliconia' sounds like the exact opposite! I've heard Hazy IPA before, but isn't that the cloudy kind?
Hop BroExactly. The haze in appearance is part of it, but the star is the aroma. 'Heliconia' is a hop-aroma-burst type, and at 7.0% in the can, it's on the solid side. It's an IPA to enjoy for its juiciness and body.
Mugi7.0% is pretty serious, isn't it!? But if it's an IPA that drinks through aroma, it makes me want to take my time and enjoy it.
Hop BroBeing able to drink it right there in the shop is what makes Kitazawa Konishi great. Because it's a kakuuchi-style setup, it doesn't end at just buying it; it's nice to be able to have a drink in a calm space.
MugiChoosing while looking at cans on a wooden counter feels nice. If I can try whatever catches my eye on the spot, I'd start with Typhina to settle in, then dive into the hops with Heliconia!
Hop BroThat's a good flow. The appeal of this post is that you can enjoy the rotating guest-beer vibe without it feeling overly flashy, and it makes you want to swing by Shimokitazawa after work today.
MugiIt's decided! I want to go drink right now too! Why does a night of tasting side by side feel so exciting?
In an Instagram post from Kitazawa Konishi, two guest beers from VERTERE were introduced. The beers featured were Typhina and Heliconia. In the photo, the names and styles of the beers can be confirmed alongside the can labels lined up on a wooden counter.
Typhina is a Modern Pilsner, and Heliconia is a Hazy IPA. On the can, they are listed at 5.5% and 7.0%, respectively, creating a lineup where you can compare a crisp lager-style beer with a rich IPA that highlights hop aroma.
Kitazawa Konishi is a beer pub in the Shimokitazawa area of Tokyo. One of its features is a kakuuchi-style setup, where you can drink on the spot inside the shop, making it appealing to enjoy the beer you bought in a relaxed space. The refrigerator case shown in the photo is lined with many cans, conveying an atmosphere where you can enjoy everything from an everyday drink to a search for new labels.
This post focuses less on flashy presentation and more on clearly conveying which beers have arrived. Following the rotation of guest beers and choosing a bottle or can on the spot is part of the charm that feels very Kitazawa Konishi.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSomething interesting showed up in the guest-beer guide at the Shimokitazawa beer pub, Kitazawa Konishi. VERTERE's 'Typhina' and 'Heliconia' are lined up, and it's the kind of setup that makes you hesitate over which one to choose today.
MugiWait, just having two bottles lined up makes it that fun!? Typhina and Heliconia already sound so stylish that I can't choose anymore!
Hop BroFirst, 'Typhina' is a Modern Pilsner. It has that crisp lager-like character, but with a more contemporary aroma and outline, and the can lists it at 5.5%.
MugiModern... Pilsner? So in the end, does that mean a crisp lager-like profile? Some suddenly smart-sounding words came out of nowhere!
Hop BroBasically, it means it's light on the palate, but not just thin. It has a sharp drinking impression, pairs well with food, and works strongly as a first beer.
MugiI get it! Then 'Heliconia' sounds like the exact opposite! I've heard Hazy IPA before, but isn't that the cloudy kind?
Hop BroExactly. The haze in appearance is part of it, but the star is the aroma. 'Heliconia' is a hop-aroma-burst type, and at 7.0% in the can, it's on the solid side. It's an IPA to enjoy for its juiciness and body.
Mugi7.0% is pretty serious, isn't it!? But if it's an IPA that drinks through aroma, it makes me want to take my time and enjoy it.
Hop BroBeing able to drink it right there in the shop is what makes Kitazawa Konishi great. Because it's a kakuuchi-style setup, it doesn't end at just buying it; it's nice to be able to have a drink in a calm space.
MugiChoosing while looking at cans on a wooden counter feels nice. If I can try whatever catches my eye on the spot, I'd start with Typhina to settle in, then dive into the hops with Heliconia!
Hop BroThat's a good flow. The appeal of this post is that you can enjoy the rotating guest-beer vibe without it feeling overly flashy, and it makes you want to swing by Shimokitazawa after work today.
MugiIt's decided! I want to go drink right now too! Why does a night of tasting side by side feel so exciting?
