Brasserie Knot's NORA on tap at Laughin in Kobe, with three guest beers on offer
Laughin in Sannomiya, Kobe, shared guest beer information on Instagram. Brasserie Knot's "NORA," "Nora-neko," and "Ie-neko" are lined up, and the post introduces ways to enjoy them, centered on the Rye IPA "NORA," along with the venue's four taps and basement beer cellar.
Hop BroAt Laughin in Sannomiya, Kobe, Brasserie Knot's NORA has been tapped. And since "Nora-neko" and "Ie-neko" are on the board too, there is a lot to catch your eye right from the start.
MugiWait, what? A lineup of three cat-themed beers right away is too cute. I don't even know which one I should drink first!
Hop BroWhat you should start with is NORA, the Rye IPA. It's 6.0% ABV, and it's the kind of beer that really shows off the character of the malt.
MugiWhat is that? Emmer isn't a spell, it's a grain? Craft beer suddenly feels smart!
Hop BroExactly. It's an ancient wheat grown at Shitakara Farm in Akan Town. They also use rye malt, so the brew puts grain-driven character front and center.
MugiOh wow. The description of it tasting like bread really makes me want to try it. And that toasty, slightly creamy feel sounds like dangerous territory before a meal.
Hop BroLaughin is interesting in how the space is used too, and the basement beer cellar is a big part of that. The first floor has counter seating, the second floor has tables, so you can enjoy it however you feel like.
MugiWait, so it's not just four taps by the keg? You can also buy or drink beers you choose from the basement? That's almost unfairly fun!
Hop BroAnd if you drink NORA on tap first, then compare it with the beer cellar lineup, the whole concept becomes more three-dimensional. Brasserie Knot's lineup really turns into a story inside the shop.
MugiNow I really want to go! I want to taste my way through Sannomiya, start with NORA, and finish off with the cats.
Guest beer lineup
In Laughin's post, Brasserie Knot's `NORA`, `Nora-neko`, and `Ie-neko` are listed. The article gives details on `NORA`, a Rye IPA with 6.0% ABV. It is brewed with emmer wheat, an ancient grain grown and harvested at Shitakara Farm in Akan Town, and rye malt, bringing the grain character to the forefront.
How to enjoy it at Laughin
Laughin is a brewery located on Kitanagasadori in Chuo Ward, Kobe, and the post also introduces the layout of the shop. The first floor has counter seating that's easy to relax and chat in, the second floor has spacious table seating, and the basement level features an entire beer cellar on a single floor. The taps pour four kegs. Beers chosen from the basement beer cellar can be either purchased or enjoyed on site.
NORA is the first pour to reach for
`NORA` is the kind of beer that suggests a bready aroma and a slightly viscous mouthfeel. While there is hop aroma, the star of the show is clearly the malt character. Start by enjoying it fresh from the tap, then compare it with the lineup in the beer cellar, and Brasserie Knot's world becomes even more three-dimensional.
A cat-themed trio worth comparing side by side
Along with `NORA`, the cat-themed names `Nora-neko` and `Ie-neko` are another highlight of this lineup. The details are limited, but since they are presented together in the same post, it looks like these three beers are meant to be enjoyed as a set in the shop. If you're looking for guest beers in Sannomiya, Laughin is worth checking out, whether you want a quick drink at the counter or a relaxed tasting session at a table.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Laughin in Sannomiya, Kobe, Brasserie Knot's NORA has been tapped. And since "Nora-neko" and "Ie-neko" are on the board too, there is a lot to catch your eye right from the start.
MugiWait, what? A lineup of three cat-themed beers right away is too cute. I don't even know which one I should drink first!
Hop BroWhat you should start with is NORA, the Rye IPA. It's 6.0% ABV, and it's the kind of beer that really shows off the character of the malt.
MugiWhat is that? Emmer isn't a spell, it's a grain? Craft beer suddenly feels smart!
Hop BroExactly. It's an ancient wheat grown at Shitakara Farm in Akan Town. They also use rye malt, so the brew puts grain-driven character front and center.
MugiOh wow. The description of it tasting like bread really makes me want to try it. And that toasty, slightly creamy feel sounds like dangerous territory before a meal.
Hop BroLaughin is interesting in how the space is used too, and the basement beer cellar is a big part of that. The first floor has counter seating, the second floor has tables, so you can enjoy it however you feel like.
MugiWait, so it's not just four taps by the keg? You can also buy or drink beers you choose from the basement? That's almost unfairly fun!
Hop BroAnd if you drink NORA on tap first, then compare it with the beer cellar lineup, the whole concept becomes more three-dimensional. Brasserie Knot's lineup really turns into a story inside the shop.
MugiNow I really want to go! I want to taste my way through Sannomiya, start with NORA, and finish off with the cats.
