Minoh Beer’s Limited Lager Arrives at Eflash in Matsue

At the beer pub Dining Bar Eflash in Teramachi, Matsue City, Minoh Beer’s “Spring Lager” has been added to the lineup. In an Instagram post, it was introduced as a “new arrival,” and the post also mentioned a comparison tasting with Minoh Beer’s standard “Pilsner.”

“Pilsner” is a Czech-style Bohemian Pilsner. By contrast, “Spring Lager” is a limited-release beer made in a German style. According to the post, it was brewed again last year and was well received. While the Bohemian Pils direction emphasizes a soft malt richness and rounded character, Spring Lager is designed to balance hop bitterness and sharpness with a dry finish.

What It Tastes Like

The post highlighted the following characteristics of Spring Lager:

- Uses German malt and all-German hops
- Crisp mouthfeel
- Moderate body with a clean finish
- Elegant, refreshing aroma from noble hops
- Clean flavor from low-temperature fermentation and maturation

Rather than going for flashy impact, this is a beer to slowly enjoy for the clarity and definition that make lager beer what it is. Compared side by side with the standard Pilsner, the difference in country and brewing philosophy becomes easier to notice even though both are lagers, making this an interesting pairing for beer lovers.

The Appeal of the Shop

Eflash is known as a dining bar near Matsue Station where you can enjoy craft beer at the center of the experience. The interior has a distinctive space-ship and steampunk feel, along with a calm atmosphere centered around the counter seating. It is an easy place to drop in for a beer, and it is a notable spot for anyone in Matsue looking to follow guest beers.

This “Spring Lager” is an approachable lager whether paired with a meal or enjoyed as your first drink of the night. Drinking it side by side with the regular Pilsner at Eflash should make the breadth of Minoh Beer’s flavor profile even clearer.