Marumugi Announces Five Craft Beer and Cider Options for October 18
Jibeer Bar Marumugi in Arakicho, Tokyo, has announced its October 18 tap list. The selection ranges from an Akita fruit cider and hop-forward IPA to a porter, imperial red ale, and citrusy pale ale.
Hop BroMarumugi Beer Bar in Arakicho has five distinctive pours for October 18. From fruit-forward drinks to dark beer, it is a great lineup for a tasting flight.
MugiWhoa, five different choices!? I might grow roots in front of the tap list while trying to decide!
Hop BroStart with HOPDOG BREWING's apple and Japanese pear cider from Akita. At 6.5%, it layers rich apple aroma with the refreshing character of nashi pear.
MugiJapanese pear cider sounds so elegant! Maybe Akita fruit character will turn me sophisticated by the first sip?
Hop BroThen there is Ushitorа Brewery's Nostalgic Hop Star IPA☆ from Tochigi. IPA puts hop aroma and bitterness center stage, and this one is also 6.5%.
MugiWhat exactly is an IPA? Hops take center stage—are they a plant idol group?
Hop BroHonestly, that is not far off! Hops are flowers that add aroma and bitterness, and IPA uses plenty of them for citrusy, fresh green notes.
Hop BroFor a slower sip, try Swan Lake Beer’s Swan Lake Porter from Niigata. It is 6.0%, dark, smooth, and gently toasty from the malt.
MugiMalt-derived toastiness? Aromatic dark beer does not mean I am drinking burned toast… right!?
Hop BroNo toast-chugging required! Malt is barley that can be roasted for coffee- or cocoa-like notes. Ise Kadoya Beer’s Imperial Red Ale is 7.0% and seriously robust, too.
MugiAfter that bold red, I want Baird Brewing’s Rising Sun Pale Ale from Shizuoka—5.5% with citrusy hops to freshen up my palate!
Hop BroFruit, IPA, porter, red ale, and pale ale—what a lineup. Let’s head to Marumugi in Arakicho for large ¥1,300, small ¥1,000 pours and find our first glass.
Jibeer Bar Marumugi, a beer pub in Arakicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo, has released its craft beer lineup for October 18. Large pours are priced at ¥1,300 and small pours at ¥1,000. The five-drink selection covers fruit, IPA, porter, red ale, and pale ale styles from breweries across Japan.
Leading the list is HOPDOG BREWING’s Akita Apple and Japanese Pear Cider from Akita, at 6.5% ABV. It is described as combining the rich aroma of apples with the refreshing character of Japanese pear, bringing local Akita fruit to the glass.
For hop fans, Ushitora Brewery’s Once-Acclaimed Hopster IPA☆ from Tochigi comes in at 6.5%. Its concept pairs a nostalgic character with a fresh, contemporary drinking experience.
Niigata’s Swan Lake Beer contributes Swan Lake Porter, a 6.0% dark beer known for its roasty yet mild profile. It offers a smooth, malt-focused option for drinkers looking for something relaxed and deeply flavored.
Ise Kadoya Beer’s Imperial Red Ale from Mie is the strongest beer on the list at 7.0%. Its assertive hop presence and substantial body make it a choice for those seeking a more intense pour.
Rounding out the lineup is Baird Brewing’s Rising Sun Pale Ale from Shizuoka, at 5.5%. Its citrus-forward hop aroma and bitterness make it a classic, refreshing option from the brewery.
Located on the second floor of Ichibankan Building at 1 Arakicho, Shinjuku, Marumugi is a neighborhood beer pub built around rotating craft selections. With fruit, hops, roast, and malt all represented, this lineup should make for an engaging tasting session. The bar is closed on Tuesdays and public holidays.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroMarumugi Beer Bar in Arakicho has five distinctive pours for October 18. From fruit-forward drinks to dark beer, it is a great lineup for a tasting flight.
MugiWhoa, five different choices!? I might grow roots in front of the tap list while trying to decide!
Hop BroStart with HOPDOG BREWING's apple and Japanese pear cider from Akita. At 6.5%, it layers rich apple aroma with the refreshing character of nashi pear.
MugiJapanese pear cider sounds so elegant! Maybe Akita fruit character will turn me sophisticated by the first sip?
Hop BroThen there is Ushitorа Brewery's Nostalgic Hop Star IPA☆ from Tochigi. IPA puts hop aroma and bitterness center stage, and this one is also 6.5%.
MugiWhat exactly is an IPA? Hops take center stage—are they a plant idol group?
Hop BroHonestly, that is not far off! Hops are flowers that add aroma and bitterness, and IPA uses plenty of them for citrusy, fresh green notes.
Hop BroFor a slower sip, try Swan Lake Beer’s Swan Lake Porter from Niigata. It is 6.0%, dark, smooth, and gently toasty from the malt.
MugiMalt-derived toastiness? Aromatic dark beer does not mean I am drinking burned toast… right!?
Hop BroNo toast-chugging required! Malt is barley that can be roasted for coffee- or cocoa-like notes. Ise Kadoya Beer’s Imperial Red Ale is 7.0% and seriously robust, too.
MugiAfter that bold red, I want Baird Brewing’s Rising Sun Pale Ale from Shizuoka—5.5% with citrusy hops to freshen up my palate!
Hop BroFruit, IPA, porter, red ale, and pale ale—what a lineup. Let’s head to Marumugi in Arakicho for large ¥1,300, small ¥1,000 pours and find our first glass.