Matsumoto Brewery TTO at Shibuya's CIDER SHACK, with Matsumoto Pale Ale also on offer
At CIDER SHACK, a beer pub in Higashi, Shibuya, Matsumoto Brewery held a tap takeover. In a post, the venue announced that after operating all taps with beer the day before, it would continue serving a wide selection of Matsumoto Brewery beers that day as well. Among them was the "Matsumoto Pale Ale," available with only a few left.
Hop BroCIDER SHACK, the beer pub in Higashi, Shibuya, is hosting a Matsumoto Brewery TTO. Being able to follow Matsumoto-area labels all together in Tokyo is pretty exciting.
MugiWait, a tap takeover is the thing where they fill all the taps with one brewery, right? Just hearing that makes me thirsty!
Hop BroExactly. And the day before, all taps were running beer, and the current day is also set up so you can broadly drink Matsumoto Brewery beers. The star this time is Matsumoto Pale Ale, and the fact that it's down to just a few left makes it even more tempting.
MugiOhhh! Pale ale sounds like such a stylish name! When you say hop character, it suddenly sounds like a grown-up flavor, but what is it actually like?
Hop BroWith pale ale, the key is the balance between aroma and drinkability. It's not too bitter and not too light, with hop aroma floating nicely over a malty base, so it works well as a first beer too.
MugiFloating nicely? That description makes it sound like a cloud even though it's a drink! But if it has lightness and aroma, maybe even I can handle it.
Hop BroYou can, you can. And CIDER SHACK isn't just about beer; the draft cider is also a strength because you can choose from two types, Sweet and Dry. Being able to switch from sweet to dry depending on your mood is part of the place's identity.
MugiWhat, finishing with cider after beer sounds amazing! And when a place has such a clear identity, it makes you want to bar-hop there.
Hop BroExactly. The compact space on the first floor of the Okuyama Building is easy to use whether you're stopping in for one drink or comparing a few. And with business hours starting at 5 p.m. on weekdays, it's perfect for a drink after work.
MugiAll right, decision made! Today let's go for the last few left of the Matsumoto Pale Ale, and then finish with cider too. Just reading about it makes me want a drink, and I'm already in full toast mode!
At CIDER SHACK in Higashi, Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, a TTO (tap takeover) featuring Matsumoto Brewery was held. According to the store's post, the previous day the venue ran with all taps serving beer. The following business day was also arranged so that customers could broadly enjoy Matsumoto Brewery beers as a kind of lingering aftertaste, making it a chance to sample a concentrated lineup of craft beer from the Matsumoto area in Tokyo.
The highlight this time was the "Matsumoto Pale Ale" mentioned explicitly in the post. It is a label said to be distributed mainly within Matsumoto City, and availability was described as "only a few left." For pale ale fans who want to enjoy a lively profile and hop character, this is a beer worth getting to early.
Meanwhile, the bar's signature cider focus remains unchanged. True to CIDER SHACK's style, draft cider is still available in two types, Sweet and Dry. Whether you're in the mood for a full beer session or want to switch to cider to finish the night, that's one of this bar's strengths.
The compact space on the first floor of the Okuyama Building is easy to use for anything from a single stop-in drink to a full tasting session. Business hours are Monday to Friday 17:00-24:00, and Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays 14:00-24:00 (generally no regular closing days). Since the tap lineup during the TTO aftermath can change quickly, if you're after Matsumoto Brewery, checking early in the day is the safest bet.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroCIDER SHACK, the beer pub in Higashi, Shibuya, is hosting a Matsumoto Brewery TTO. Being able to follow Matsumoto-area labels all together in Tokyo is pretty exciting.
MugiWait, a tap takeover is the thing where they fill all the taps with one brewery, right? Just hearing that makes me thirsty!
Hop BroExactly. And the day before, all taps were running beer, and the current day is also set up so you can broadly drink Matsumoto Brewery beers. The star this time is Matsumoto Pale Ale, and the fact that it's down to just a few left makes it even more tempting.
MugiOhhh! Pale ale sounds like such a stylish name! When you say hop character, it suddenly sounds like a grown-up flavor, but what is it actually like?
Hop BroWith pale ale, the key is the balance between aroma and drinkability. It's not too bitter and not too light, with hop aroma floating nicely over a malty base, so it works well as a first beer too.
MugiFloating nicely? That description makes it sound like a cloud even though it's a drink! But if it has lightness and aroma, maybe even I can handle it.
Hop BroYou can, you can. And CIDER SHACK isn't just about beer; the draft cider is also a strength because you can choose from two types, Sweet and Dry. Being able to switch from sweet to dry depending on your mood is part of the place's identity.
MugiWhat, finishing with cider after beer sounds amazing! And when a place has such a clear identity, it makes you want to bar-hop there.
Hop BroExactly. The compact space on the first floor of the Okuyama Building is easy to use whether you're stopping in for one drink or comparing a few. And with business hours starting at 5 p.m. on weekdays, it's perfect for a drink after work.
MugiAll right, decision made! Today let's go for the last few left of the Matsumoto Pale Ale, and then finish with cider too. Just reading about it makes me want a drink, and I'm already in full toast mode!
