NEIGHBOR in Nogata, Nakano taps Gangi Brewing's ZESTER, with eight beers on draft
The beer pub NEIGHBOR in Nogata, Nakano Ward, Tokyo, has newly tapped Gangi Brewing's Session IPA "ZESTER." Alongside this citrusy pour, the lineup features eight beers ranging from fruit-driven styles to dark lager and amber IPA, making it a menu that pairs well with food.
Hop BroAt NEIGHBOR in Nogata, they just tapped Gangi Brewing's ZESTER. It's a Session IPA that stays light but still has a strong aroma.
MugiWhoa! What does session IPA mean? It sounds strong, so what do you mean by light?
Hop BroBasically, it's a style that's easy to drink at 4% ABV while still letting you enjoy the hop aroma. ZESTER has a clear pink-grapefruit-like citrus character.
MugiI see! So it's the kind of bright, citrusy beer you can gulp down.
Hop BroExactly. And there's a peel-like gentle bitterness that gives it a sharp finish. It really nails the balance of aroma and bitterness.
MugiBitter but easy to drink? That's like a beer with two weapons. And the shop has eight taps too!
Hop BroRight. Yuzu Weiss, Taiyo no Lager, WILY FOX, Waldschrat, Irish Red, Jam Session 2, and Riedlei3 are all on tap, and that wide range of flavors is one of NEIGHBOR's strengths.
MugiWow, the temptation to taste them side by side is huge... With fruit styles and dark styles both on offer, it's the kind of place where you seriously wonder what to order tonight.
Hop BroThe food is great too. White potato salad, charcoal-grilled greater amberjack, tuna carpaccio, jerk chicken rice, and shrimp and tomato aglio e olio are all on the menu, so even the pairings with the dishes have been thought through.
MugiWait, ZESTER with amberjack or jerk chicken sounds amazing! My I want to drink now feeling won't stop!
Hop BroExactly. If you're going for a drink in Nogata, NEIGHBOR is a strong go-to for a tasting lineup. I'd start with ZESTER today and take it slow with food.
MugiYeah, starting with a citrus-aroma pour and ending by washing down the snacks with it is basically a win.
At NEIGHBOR, a beer pub in Nogata, Nakano Ward, Tokyo, Gangi Brewing's "ZESTER / Session IPA" has just been tapped. The post describes it as a crisp beer with a refreshing pink-grapefruit-like citrus aroma, peel-like gentle bitterness, and a sharp finish. At 4% ABV, it delivers the lightness expected of a session IPA while still letting its aroma stand out.
Including this new tap, there are eight beers on draft. The range is broad, from the fruit-forward "Yuzu Weiss" to German-style "Taiyo no Lager," "WILY FOX," and "Waldschrat," British-style "Irish Red," and hop-forward "Jam Session 2" and "Riedlei3." Because the lineup spans familiar staples and more distinctive picks, it is also well suited to people who want to compare different beers.
The food menu includes white potato salad, charcoal-grilled greater amberjack, tuna carpaccio, jerk chicken rice, and shrimp and tomato aglio e olio, all of which are presented with beer pairing in mind. ZESTER's citrus character seems like a good match not only for seafood and herb-based dishes, but also for a spiced plate.
NEIGHBOR is a Nogata spot centered on craft beer and grilled dishes. With its wide tap selection and a menu that can be enjoyed from beer choice through to food, it works well both for grabbing a drink nearby and for a tasting comparison outing.
Today's on Tap
- Yokohama Bay Brewing Yuzu Weiss / Fruit Weizen
- Miyazaki Hideji Beer Taiyo no Lager / German Pilsner
- Gangi Brewing WILY FOX / Dunkel
- O'Hara's Brewery Irish Red / Red Ale
- CRAFTROCK BREWING Jam Session 2 / Fruit Session IPA
- Gangi Brewing ZESTER / Session IPA
- FLORA FERMENTATION Waldschrat / Schwarz Weizen
- Cycad Brewing Riedlei3 / Amber IPA
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt NEIGHBOR in Nogata, they just tapped Gangi Brewing's ZESTER. It's a Session IPA that stays light but still has a strong aroma.
MugiWhoa! What does session IPA mean? It sounds strong, so what do you mean by light?
Hop BroBasically, it's a style that's easy to drink at 4% ABV while still letting you enjoy the hop aroma. ZESTER has a clear pink-grapefruit-like citrus character.
MugiI see! So it's the kind of bright, citrusy beer you can gulp down.
Hop BroExactly. And there's a peel-like gentle bitterness that gives it a sharp finish. It really nails the balance of aroma and bitterness.
MugiBitter but easy to drink? That's like a beer with two weapons. And the shop has eight taps too!
Hop BroRight. Yuzu Weiss, Taiyo no Lager, WILY FOX, Waldschrat, Irish Red, Jam Session 2, and Riedlei3 are all on tap, and that wide range of flavors is one of NEIGHBOR's strengths.
MugiWow, the temptation to taste them side by side is huge... With fruit styles and dark styles both on offer, it's the kind of place where you seriously wonder what to order tonight.
Hop BroThe food is great too. White potato salad, charcoal-grilled greater amberjack, tuna carpaccio, jerk chicken rice, and shrimp and tomato aglio e olio are all on the menu, so even the pairings with the dishes have been thought through.
MugiWait, ZESTER with amberjack or jerk chicken sounds amazing! My I want to drink now feeling won't stop!
Hop BroExactly. If you're going for a drink in Nogata, NEIGHBOR is a strong go-to for a tasting lineup. I'd start with ZESTER today and take it slow with food.
MugiYeah, starting with a citrus-aroma pour and ending by washing down the snacks with it is basically a win.
