The Beer Shop Hirakata city updates its taps on 3/22, bringing together local brewers and Kansai breweries
The beer pub "The Beer Shop Hirakata city" in Hirakata, Osaka, has announced its draft lineup for March 22. With its "Shin 1-pour" technique being practiced all day in-house to refine the pour, the venue becomes a place to enjoy five distinct craft beers, from local collaborations to breweries in Shiga and Nara.
Hop BroThe Beer Shop Hirakata city on March 22 is going all-in with the Shin 1-pour method all day, and that’s hot.
MugiHuh, what is a one-pour? Does it change the taste of the beer?
Hop BroIt does. It’s a pouring method that balances the foam and liquid to bring out the aroma and mouthfeel nicely. And today they’re open 13:00 to 20:00, so it’s great for taking your time.
MugiOhhh! And the lineup feels very local and Kansai too, which is interesting.
Hop BroExactly. Starting with Sapporo’s Black Label to settle your palate is a solid move too.
MugiSettle it? That sounds almost athletic! But what I really want to know is, what does Hirakata Smoke Ale taste like?
Hop BroIt’s the one from Hirakata Kunsesho x Craft Beer Base, and just like the name suggests, you can expect a gentle smoky aroma. If it has that rich depth from smoked malt, it should be quietly delicious.
MugiWow, just imagining it makes me want to keep snacking! So Session Citra White is the light, easy-drinking one?
Hop BroThat read is right. If Hirakata Beer’s Citra citrus character is combined with the softness of a white beer, it’s perfect for daytime drinking.
MugiIf there’s also Shiga’s Flora Fermentation Frigg and Nara’s Fermentary No.2 Kisaragi IPA, then comparing aromas is going to be way too fun!
Hop BroThat’s exactly the highlight: a setup where you can compare aroma, body, and aftertaste all at once. If you drink slowly in Hirakata, it really feels like the holiday gets properly wrapped up.
MugiAll right, plans changed! I want to start with my first beer in Hirakata and then compare every single one!
The Beer Shop Hirakata city shared its draft beer information for Sunday, March 22 on Instagram. The post was titled "Shin 1-pour, OK all day today!". On this day, the shop will be open from 13:00 to 20:00, and the staff will serve the beers while focusing on improving the precision of their pours.
Located in Hirakata Sunplaza Building No. 3 near Hirakata-shi Station, the shop is known for its strong local identity in beer selection and its relaxed atmosphere, where you can enjoy conversations with the staff while drinking. This lineup also spans a wide range, from a standard lager to local collaborations and breweries in and around Kansai, making it a lineup worth comparing side by side.
Draft lineup for March 22
- Sapporo / Sapporo Black Label
- Hirakata Kunsesho x Craft Beer Base / Hirakata Smoke Ale
- Hirakata Beer (Osaka) / Session Citra White
- Flora Fermentation (Shiga) / Frigg
- Fermentary (Nara) / No.2 Kisaragi IPA
In particular, Hirakata Kunsesho x Craft Beer Base's "Hirakata Smoke Ale" and Hirakata Beer's "Session Citra White" stand out as especially noteworthy local options. Added to that are Shiga's Flora Fermentation "Frigg" and Nara's Fermentary "No.2 Kisaragi IPA," creating a lineup where you can compare differences in aroma, body, and aftertaste all at once.
For anyone looking to cap off the holiday with a proper "I went out just to drink beer today" kind of afternoon, this is a tap list that is hard to overlook if you want to spend some time slowly enjoying a glass in Hirakata.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe Beer Shop Hirakata city on March 22 is going all-in with the Shin 1-pour method all day, and that’s hot.
MugiHuh, what is a one-pour? Does it change the taste of the beer?
Hop BroIt does. It’s a pouring method that balances the foam and liquid to bring out the aroma and mouthfeel nicely. And today they’re open 13:00 to 20:00, so it’s great for taking your time.
MugiOhhh! And the lineup feels very local and Kansai too, which is interesting.
Hop BroExactly. Starting with Sapporo’s Black Label to settle your palate is a solid move too.
MugiSettle it? That sounds almost athletic! But what I really want to know is, what does Hirakata Smoke Ale taste like?
Hop BroIt’s the one from Hirakata Kunsesho x Craft Beer Base, and just like the name suggests, you can expect a gentle smoky aroma. If it has that rich depth from smoked malt, it should be quietly delicious.
MugiWow, just imagining it makes me want to keep snacking! So Session Citra White is the light, easy-drinking one?
Hop BroThat read is right. If Hirakata Beer’s Citra citrus character is combined with the softness of a white beer, it’s perfect for daytime drinking.
MugiIf there’s also Shiga’s Flora Fermentation Frigg and Nara’s Fermentary No.2 Kisaragi IPA, then comparing aromas is going to be way too fun!
Hop BroThat’s exactly the highlight: a setup where you can compare aroma, body, and aftertaste all at once. If you drink slowly in Hirakata, it really feels like the holiday gets properly wrapped up.
MugiAll right, plans changed! I want to start with my first beer in Hirakata and then compare every single one!
