ALE HOUSE Kamiya Newly Taps Jotohan Beer’s "Earl Grey," a Tea-Scented Pint
At the beer pub ALE HOUSE Kamiya in Osaka’s Doyamacho, Jotohan Beer’s standard beer "Earl Grey" has been newly tapped. It is being introduced as a drink with a gorgeous bergamot aroma and a refreshing character, balancing tea-like qualities with beer character, and is drawing attention as a pint that also works well as a palate cleanser between dishes.
Hop BroNews that Jotohan Beer’s Earl Grey has been tapped at ALE HOUSE Kamiya in Doyamacho just came in!
MugiWait, tea and beer!? That’s way too much information all at once!
Hop BroIn style terms, it’s a craft beer with a tea aroma, leaning toward a tea ale, and the bergamot really floats up.
MugiWhen I hear bergamot, it feels so fancy that my brain turns into an English afternoon. What even is this!?
Hop BroSimply put, it’s the citrusy aroma that becomes the star of Earl Grey, with a gorgeous, refreshing aroma that passes through the palate.
MugiOhhh! So it’s not just sweet, but it actually still tastes like beer too!
Hop BroThat’s the good part: it doesn’t go all-in on tea, and it still has a malty backbone, so it works as a palate-cleansing pint between rich dishes.
MugiThat sounds amazing. After karaage or other heavy food, if you wash it down with this, your mouth is fully reset!
Hop BroAnd since Kamiya is a Umeda beer pub where you can drink all sorts of beers from Japan and abroad, its strength is that it’s an easy option with a lot of range for a first pint or a tasting flight.
MugiI want to stop by after work and make my first sip this Earl Grey... I want to toast right now!
On March 16, 2026, ALE HOUSE Kamiya in Doyamacho, Kita Ward, Osaka City announced a new tap in an official post. The beer now on tap is Jotohan Beer’s "Earl Grey."
The post describes the beer as "a tea beer with a pleasant, gorgeous, refreshing bergamot aroma." It is said to clearly convey tea-derived aromas while still retaining a solid beer base, with the appeal lying in its balance rather than leaning too far in either direction. Because the aroma rises lightly, it is also the kind of beer that works well as a palate cleanser between rich dishes.
Jotohan Beer is a brewery known for its diverse lineup. "Earl Grey" is one of its regular offerings, and it is a label worth trying not only for fans of tea-ale styles but also for people who usually stick to classic styles.
Kamiya is a beer pub in the Umeda area that handles meals and banquets around craft beer as its core. Its official guidance also highlights pairings of food with a wide range of craft beers from Japan and abroad, creating a lineup that can be enjoyed by everyone from beginners to enthusiasts. This new tap is another beer that makes you feel the breadth of choices the shop offers. It is an easy pick for an after-work pint or for the first beer in a tasting lineup.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroNews that Jotohan Beer’s Earl Grey has been tapped at ALE HOUSE Kamiya in Doyamacho just came in!
MugiWait, tea and beer!? That’s way too much information all at once!
Hop BroIn style terms, it’s a craft beer with a tea aroma, leaning toward a tea ale, and the bergamot really floats up.
MugiWhen I hear bergamot, it feels so fancy that my brain turns into an English afternoon. What even is this!?
Hop BroSimply put, it’s the citrusy aroma that becomes the star of Earl Grey, with a gorgeous, refreshing aroma that passes through the palate.
MugiOhhh! So it’s not just sweet, but it actually still tastes like beer too!
Hop BroThat’s the good part: it doesn’t go all-in on tea, and it still has a malty backbone, so it works as a palate-cleansing pint between rich dishes.
MugiThat sounds amazing. After karaage or other heavy food, if you wash it down with this, your mouth is fully reset!
Hop BroAnd since Kamiya is a Umeda beer pub where you can drink all sorts of beers from Japan and abroad, its strength is that it’s an easy option with a lot of range for a first pint or a tasting flight.
MugiI want to stop by after work and make my first sip this Earl Grey... I want to toast right now!
