Craft Beer Spot Hathor Taps Tono Hop Lager and More on 5/3
Osaka's Kyobashi beer pub Craft Beer Spot Hathor released its tap list for May 3. From a lager made with the Tono-grown hop Murakami Seven to IPAs, hazies, and stouts, the lineup covers a wide range of styles.
Hop BroToday's star is Osaka's Kyobashi Craft Beer Spot Hathor, right? The 5/3 tap list is pretty bold, packing everything from lager to stout into 16 taps.
MugiWhat! Sixteen taps? And with everything from lager to stout, my brain would get lost before I even start choosing!
Hop BroFirst up is the Murakami Seven Lager, from Good Hops. It uses the Tono-grown Murakami Seven hop, and what's interesting is how it brings out green, fresh notes and a juicy citrus-like character.
MugiGreen and fresh, like diving into a patch of grass? What even is that! Does Japanese citrus aroma mean something fancier than lemon?
Hop BroRoughly speaking, it's a bit rounder than lemon, leaning toward mikan and yuzu-like notes. And this lager changes character with temperature, so it gives a different impression when it's cold and when it's warmed up a bit.
MugiWow, it changes that much! So it's the kind of beer that's fun multiple times in one glass. I'm also curious about the Kinki Pale Ale, since it said citrus and tropical and all that!
Hop BroThat's Kinki Pale Ale Crush ver from Oni Densetsu Beer. The bitterness is on the softer side, but the citrus and stone-fruit aromas really stand out, and it's very smooth to drink.
MugiStone fruit is suddenly some fancy vocabulary! And with a soft bitterness, I could probably handle it.
Hop BroIf you like hops, you can't skip the Snow Monkey IPA either. Very Shiga Kogen Beer: grapefruit, passion fruit, even a hint of white peach, with a dry, crisp finish.
MugiWhite peach too? Now it's basically a fruit stand! But I might want to finish with the Milk Stout Nitro for a mellow close.
Hop BroThat's the best call. Left Hand's nitro stout has creamy foam, and roast coffee and chocolate flavors spread gently, so it pairs perfectly with smoked dishes too.
MugiIt's decided then: start with the Murakami Seven Lager, and end by settling in with a nitro. I want to head to Kyobashi right now and have a beer at Hathor!
Osaka's Kyobashi beer pub Craft Beer Spot Hathor offers 16 taps of craft beer along with house-smoked dishes. Today's lineup is structured so drinkers can choose based on their mood, ranging from a beer that carefully highlights hop character to aromatic IPAs and a creamy nitro stout.
Today's Highlights
- Murakami Seven Lager / Good Hops
A lager made with the rare Tono-grown hop Murakami Seven. Fresh green aromatics are layered with a juicy citrus note reminiscent of Japanese citrus fruits, and the beer changes character as the temperature rises.
- Kinki Pale Ale Crush ver / Oni Densetsu Beer
Distinct notes of citrus, stone fruit, and tropical fruit. The bitterness is softer, but the beer still has a clear presence.
- Snow Monkey IPA / Shiga Kogen Beer
A slightly orange-tinged hazy appearance, with grapefruit at the center and hints of passion fruit and white peach. Dry and pleasantly bitter.
- Double Hazy / BrewDog
A juicy IPA where aromas of pineapple, mango, and lime are layered with a pine-like impression.
- Milk Stout Nitro ver / Left Hand
The creamy mouthfeel that only nitrogen gas can provide is the draw. Roast coffee and chocolate flavors spread gently across the palate.
In addition, Edel Pils / Sapporo Breweries, A La Playa / Trademark, Golden Ale / Shonan Beer, Raspberry Pink / Iwate Kura Beer, House IPA / Shiga Kogen Beer, Heaven's Age / Black Tide x Teenage, and DDH Citra Hazy IPA / Ise Kadoya Beer are also on the list. With everything from lagers to fruit beers, hazy IPAs, and stouts, it's a lineup that makes side-by-side tasting appealing.
Hathor is a place for people who want to take their time choosing craft beer. Centered on hop-forward beers with strong aroma, it's also a good fit for a slow drink paired with smoked dishes. If you're wondering what to order first in Kyobashi, this is a tap list that makes you want to start with the Murakami Seven Lager and its distinct Tono hop character.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's star is Osaka's Kyobashi Craft Beer Spot Hathor, right? The 5/3 tap list is pretty bold, packing everything from lager to stout into 16 taps.
MugiWhat! Sixteen taps? And with everything from lager to stout, my brain would get lost before I even start choosing!
Hop BroFirst up is the Murakami Seven Lager, from Good Hops. It uses the Tono-grown Murakami Seven hop, and what's interesting is how it brings out green, fresh notes and a juicy citrus-like character.
MugiGreen and fresh, like diving into a patch of grass? What even is that! Does Japanese citrus aroma mean something fancier than lemon?
Hop BroRoughly speaking, it's a bit rounder than lemon, leaning toward mikan and yuzu-like notes. And this lager changes character with temperature, so it gives a different impression when it's cold and when it's warmed up a bit.
MugiWow, it changes that much! So it's the kind of beer that's fun multiple times in one glass. I'm also curious about the Kinki Pale Ale, since it said citrus and tropical and all that!
Hop BroThat's Kinki Pale Ale Crush ver from Oni Densetsu Beer. The bitterness is on the softer side, but the citrus and stone-fruit aromas really stand out, and it's very smooth to drink.
MugiStone fruit is suddenly some fancy vocabulary! And with a soft bitterness, I could probably handle it.
Hop BroIf you like hops, you can't skip the Snow Monkey IPA either. Very Shiga Kogen Beer: grapefruit, passion fruit, even a hint of white peach, with a dry, crisp finish.
MugiWhite peach too? Now it's basically a fruit stand! But I might want to finish with the Milk Stout Nitro for a mellow close.
Hop BroThat's the best call. Left Hand's nitro stout has creamy foam, and roast coffee and chocolate flavors spread gently, so it pairs perfectly with smoked dishes too.
MugiIt's decided then: start with the Murakami Seven Lager, and end by settling in with a nitro. I want to head to Kyobashi right now and have a beer at Hathor!
