Vivo! BEER＋DININGBAR Taps Shiga Kogen Beer’s Fresh Hop Africa Pale Ale
Vivo! BEER＋DININGBAR in Higashi-Ikebukuro, Tokyo, has tapped Shiga Kogen Beer’s limited Fresh Hop Africa Pale Ale. Brewed with fresh hops as a seasonal version of the regular Africa Pale Ale, it features citrus notes and a gentle melon-like fruitiness.
Hop BroAt vivo! BEER＋DININGBAR in Higashi-Ikebukuro, Shiga Kogen Beer’s limited Fresh Hop Africa Pale Ale is now on tap.
MugiWhoa, that name already sounds hop-powered! What does brewed with fresh hops mean?
Hop BroIt uses hops before they are dried, while they are still fresh. That helps create a bright, vivid aroma.
MugiSo it is like craft beer’s version of just-picked vegetables?
Hop BroThat is actually a great comparison! It is based on the regular Africa Pale Ale, with citrus notes and a gentle melon-like fruitiness.
MugiCitrus and melon? It sounds like a fruit basket cannonball into a beer! Is a pale ale really bitter?
Hop BroPale ale is a style that makes hop aroma and drinkability easy to enjoy. This one is not all bitterness; its draw is refreshing fruity character.
MugiThat sounds welcoming for craft-beer newcomers too! What kind of food would pair well with it in autumn?
Hop BroTry salads, fish dishes, or something nicely grilled. The fun is the back-and-forth with food as you sip.
MugiFood and a beer after work in Higashi-Ikebukuro… that is a perfect little detour!
Hop BroHours are generally 4–11 p.m. on weekdays, 3–11 p.m. Saturday, and 3–10 p.m. Sundays and holidays. Still, check official updates for availability.
MugiGot it! Fresh hops, citrus, melon… now I cannot stop craving one!
Hop BroSame here. Let’s head to vivo!, enjoy Shiga Kogen Beer’s seasonal character, and toast to fresh hops!
A seasonal fresh-hop pale ale
Vivo! BEER＋DININGBAR has announced the tapping of Shiga Kogen Beer’s Fresh Hop Africa Pale Ale.
The beer is a limited fresh-hop version of the brewery’s regular Africa Pale Ale. The original announcement describes citrus character combined with a subtle fruitiness reminiscent of melon.
While it shares its roots with the standard Africa Pale Ale, the fresh-hop treatment offers a more seasonal and vibrant expression of hop aroma. It should appeal to drinkers who enjoy exploring hop character, as well as those looking for a pale ale with a bright, fruity profile.
Craft beer and dining in Ikebukuro
Vivo! BEER＋DININGBAR is a craft beer-focused pub in Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima, Tokyo. The venue offers a relaxed setting for enjoying beer alongside food in the Ikebukuro area.
The Fresh Hop Africa Pale Ale could work well as an after-work pint or as a pairing for an autumn meal. Its citrus aroma and light fruitiness make it a beer worth considering while exploring different food combinations.
The bar opens from 4 p.m. on weekdays, from 3 p.m. on Saturdays, and from 3 p.m. on Sundays and public holidays. Closing times and last orders vary by day, so guests should check the venue’s official updates for holidays and current availability before visiting.
The venue also announced that its “Kanpai! Card” points-card service ended on March 20.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt vivo! BEER＋DININGBAR in Higashi-Ikebukuro, Shiga Kogen Beer’s limited Fresh Hop Africa Pale Ale is now on tap.
MugiWhoa, that name already sounds hop-powered! What does brewed with fresh hops mean?
Hop BroIt uses hops before they are dried, while they are still fresh. That helps create a bright, vivid aroma.
MugiSo it is like craft beer’s version of just-picked vegetables?
Hop BroThat is actually a great comparison! It is based on the regular Africa Pale Ale, with citrus notes and a gentle melon-like fruitiness.
MugiCitrus and melon? It sounds like a fruit basket cannonball into a beer! Is a pale ale really bitter?
Hop BroPale ale is a style that makes hop aroma and drinkability easy to enjoy. This one is not all bitterness; its draw is refreshing fruity character.
MugiThat sounds welcoming for craft-beer newcomers too! What kind of food would pair well with it in autumn?
Hop BroTry salads, fish dishes, or something nicely grilled. The fun is the back-and-forth with food as you sip.
MugiFood and a beer after work in Higashi-Ikebukuro… that is a perfect little detour!
Hop BroHours are generally 4–11 p.m. on weekdays, 3–11 p.m. Saturday, and 3–10 p.m. Sundays and holidays. Still, check official updates for availability.
MugiGot it! Fresh hops, citrus, melon… now I cannot stop craving one!
Hop BroSame here. Let’s head to vivo!, enjoy Shiga Kogen Beer’s seasonal character, and toast to fresh hops!
