Bordie's Good Beer Releases Farmhouse Ale 'Less is More'
Bordie's Good Beer in Tokyo's Chuo Ward has unveiled a new farmhouse ale, 'Less is More.' Designed at 5.0% ABV and 38 IBU, it uses wheat, rye, and noble hops to aim for a light, dry finish.
Hop BroBordie's Good Beer in Tokyo's Chuo Ward has released a farmhouse ale called 'Less is More.' It's the kind of beer that doesn't try to pile on the flash, but instead competes with a clean, polished drinking experience.
MugiWhoa, even the name sounds stylish! Less is More makes me wonder what exactly they left out!
Hop BroThat's the interesting part: it's designed at 5.0% ABV and 38 IBU. The alcohol is moderate, the bitterness is kept crisp, and it's balanced so it goes down easily even as the weather gets hotter.
MugiIBU again! I get that it's a measure of bitterness, but just looking at the number makes it feel like a science test!
Hop BroBasically, it's a number that shows how strong the bitterness is. At 38, it's not a one-note punch; it has enough contour to stay easy to drink.
MugiI see! And since it uses wheat and rye, it probably has some bready, toasty character too!
Hop BroExactly, and what's cool is that it's paired with only noble hops. Instead of pushing with flashy aromas, they shape the hop additions and timing carefully, and even through fermentation they bring out a farmhouse-like nuance.
MugiWow, the technical talk just got serious! So basically, it's light and dry but still has real character, right?
Hop BroThat's right. And because it's SRM 4, the color is pretty pale too, so it looks crisp from the start. It seems like the kind of beer that cuts through the heaviness of early summer or a run of rainy days.
MugiAnd it's not just the can - there's a MIHO MURAKAMI label too! Getting beer and art in one package is almost unfairly good!
Hop BroThe exhibition is at JOINT AROUND the CORNER, running from May 13 to 19, and you can also buy it online. This is definitely the kind of thing that makes you want to visit for the art and stay for a beer.
MugiYeah, now I want to go out and drink a clean, polished pint! If it's this light and still has depth, it's definitely going to be delicious!
The new release from Bordie's Good Beer in Tokyo's Chuo Ward is the farmhouse ale 'Less is More.' Rather than going for flashiness, it is presented as a beer that puts clean drinkability and crispness front and center, designed to suit the early summer heat and the rainy season.
Beer Highlights
- Style: Farm House Ale
- ABV: 5.0%
- IBU: 38
- SRM: 4
In brewing, the beer is built on a dry, brisk drinking profile, with wheat and rye adding a slight fullness, while using only noble hops. By carefully adjusting hop additions and timing to create the foundation of the flavor, and by fine-tuning fermentation conditions, the brewer says they brought out a farmhouse-like aroma in a beer that remains light.
Another major highlight of this release is the can design. The label, created by artist MIHO MURAKAMI, is tied to her 15th anniversary solo exhibition, 'INSTINCT,' creating a connection not only to the beer itself but also to her wider artistic world. The exhibition is being held at JOINT AROUND the CORNER from May 13 to 19. This move by the Tokyo Chuo Ward brewery, which layers beer and art together in its messaging, leaves an impression both in the flavor design and in the presentation.
The beer is also available through the online store listed by Bordie's Good Beer, making it a noteworthy new release to pick up as the seasons change.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBordie's Good Beer in Tokyo's Chuo Ward has released a farmhouse ale called 'Less is More.' It's the kind of beer that doesn't try to pile on the flash, but instead competes with a clean, polished drinking experience.
MugiWhoa, even the name sounds stylish! Less is More makes me wonder what exactly they left out!
Hop BroThat's the interesting part: it's designed at 5.0% ABV and 38 IBU. The alcohol is moderate, the bitterness is kept crisp, and it's balanced so it goes down easily even as the weather gets hotter.
MugiIBU again! I get that it's a measure of bitterness, but just looking at the number makes it feel like a science test!
Hop BroBasically, it's a number that shows how strong the bitterness is. At 38, it's not a one-note punch; it has enough contour to stay easy to drink.
MugiI see! And since it uses wheat and rye, it probably has some bready, toasty character too!
Hop BroExactly, and what's cool is that it's paired with only noble hops. Instead of pushing with flashy aromas, they shape the hop additions and timing carefully, and even through fermentation they bring out a farmhouse-like nuance.
MugiWow, the technical talk just got serious! So basically, it's light and dry but still has real character, right?
Hop BroThat's right. And because it's SRM 4, the color is pretty pale too, so it looks crisp from the start. It seems like the kind of beer that cuts through the heaviness of early summer or a run of rainy days.
MugiAnd it's not just the can - there's a MIHO MURAKAMI label too! Getting beer and art in one package is almost unfairly good!
Hop BroThe exhibition is at JOINT AROUND the CORNER, running from May 13 to 19, and you can also buy it online. This is definitely the kind of thing that makes you want to visit for the art and stay for a beer.
MugiYeah, now I want to go out and drink a clean, polished pint! If it's this light and still has depth, it's definitely going to be delicious!
