Five Taps Open at CRAFT Rainbow in Okayama City, Including Jōhana Beer Blood Orange
The beer pub "CRAFT Rainbow" in Okayama City’s Kita Ward announced today’s tap list in an Instagram post on May 26. The new tap is Jōhana Beer "Blood Orange," alongside 2saw, Ise Kadoya Beer, Hansharo Beer, and Suntory draft.
Hop BroThe taps at CRAFT Rainbow in Okayama’s Kita Ward are interesting again today. They’ve got Jōhana Beer’s Blood Orange on new tap, plus 2saw, Ise Kadoya Beer, Hansharo Beer, and Suntory draft.
MugiWait, they’ve got five beers on tap!? And Blood Orange sounds delicious just from the name!
Hop BroThat’s the key point. Jōhana Beer’s Blood Orange is the kind that really brings out fruity character. Even if it smells sweet, when you drink it the acidity and bitterness often come through in balance, so it’s a great first beer.
MugiBut when people say fruity character, does that mean they actually put fruit in the beer? This is starting to feel like a science experiment!
Hop BroSometimes they do, and sometimes it’s just the impression from the aroma. This time it’s Blood Orange, so it’s easy to understand, but the yeast aroma and hop compounds can also create a citrusy character. That’s the complicated but fun part of beer.
MugiI get it, beer has these aroma tricks! And 2saw’s Dance sounds like something that makes you want to dance just from the name, so I’m curious too.
Hop BroThe lineup is great with 2saw’s Dance, Ise Kadoya Beer’s Nikukyuu IPA, and Hansharo Beer’s NewWorldKolsch. With two IPAs and a light Kölsch, you can go back and forth between richer styles and crisp ones.
MugiWhoa, Nikukyuu IPA is way too cute a name! But when I hear IPA, I still brace myself because I think it’ll be pretty bitter.
Hop BroIPA is all about hop aroma and bitterness, but this lineup is really made for side-by-side tasting. And since there’s Suntory draft at the end, you can go from craft beer-heavy picks to something familiar and settle in.
MugiThat’s perfect. Solo drinking OK makes it easy to drop in, and it’s great that you can take your time choosing in Okayama! I think I’d start with Blood Orange today and finish with Suntory draft.
The beer pub "CRAFT Rainbow" in Nodaya-cho, Kita Ward, Okayama City, announced its hours for the day and tap list in an Instagram post on May 26. The post said, "We’re open today too," and noted business hours from 5:00 p.m. to midnight. The shop is non-smoking inside, and it also has a designated smoking area.
Today’s lineup
- Jōhana Beer "Blood Orange" new tap
- 2saw "Dance"
- Ise Kadoya Beer "Nikukyuu IPA"
- Hansharo Beer "NewWorldKolsch"
- Suntory draft
Centered on "Blood Orange," which brings out fruity nuances, the lineup also includes two IPAs, a Kölsch, and Suntory draft, offering a wide range from craft beer to standard draft beer. It is a good choice for those who want to sample several brands a little at a time.
About the shop
CRAFT Rainbow is a beer pub located at 2-5-4-101 Nodaya-cho, Kita Ward, Okayama City. Business hours are 3:00 p.m. to midnight from Friday through Monday, and 5:00 p.m. to midnight from Tuesday through Thursday, with irregular holidays. The post also included hashtags such as "solo drinking" and "women alone welcome," suggesting a casual, easygoing atmosphere.
If you want to take your time enjoying local and nationwide craft beers in Okayama, this is an easy place to add to your list.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe taps at CRAFT Rainbow in Okayama’s Kita Ward are interesting again today. They’ve got Jōhana Beer’s Blood Orange on new tap, plus 2saw, Ise Kadoya Beer, Hansharo Beer, and Suntory draft.
MugiWait, they’ve got five beers on tap!? And Blood Orange sounds delicious just from the name!
Hop BroThat’s the key point. Jōhana Beer’s Blood Orange is the kind that really brings out fruity character. Even if it smells sweet, when you drink it the acidity and bitterness often come through in balance, so it’s a great first beer.
MugiBut when people say fruity character, does that mean they actually put fruit in the beer? This is starting to feel like a science experiment!
Hop BroSometimes they do, and sometimes it’s just the impression from the aroma. This time it’s Blood Orange, so it’s easy to understand, but the yeast aroma and hop compounds can also create a citrusy character. That’s the complicated but fun part of beer.
MugiI get it, beer has these aroma tricks! And 2saw’s Dance sounds like something that makes you want to dance just from the name, so I’m curious too.
Hop BroThe lineup is great with 2saw’s Dance, Ise Kadoya Beer’s Nikukyuu IPA, and Hansharo Beer’s NewWorldKolsch. With two IPAs and a light Kölsch, you can go back and forth between richer styles and crisp ones.
MugiWhoa, Nikukyuu IPA is way too cute a name! But when I hear IPA, I still brace myself because I think it’ll be pretty bitter.
Hop BroIPA is all about hop aroma and bitterness, but this lineup is really made for side-by-side tasting. And since there’s Suntory draft at the end, you can go from craft beer-heavy picks to something familiar and settle in.
MugiThat’s perfect. Solo drinking OK makes it easy to drop in, and it’s great that you can take your time choosing in Okayama! I think I’d start with Blood Orange today and finish with Suntory draft.
