A Freshly Tapped Pint


CRAFTROCK BREWING and SPECIAL OTHERS' collaboration beer, "SPECIAL OTHERS [NZ IPA w/mint]," has been simultaneously tapped at CBM locations. This NZ IPA has an ABV of 6.5%, and its design is striking for the bright aromas of lemon peel, lychee, and white wine, layered with the refreshing coolness of mint. It drinks cleanly at first, but as you keep going its contours become more defined, leaving a solid, satisfying body in the aftertaste. It is the kind of beer that suits an early-summer table or a pint after a live show.

Why It Works at Whity Umeda


Craft Beer Market Whity Umeda is a beer pub located inside Whity Umeda NOMOKA. It is easy to reach from both Higashi-Umeda Station and Umeda Station, and its spot inside the underground mall makes it especially easy to stop by. The shop centers on "craft beer and Italian snacks & pizza." It also serves original dishes that incorporate French, Mexican, and Japanese elements, giving it a wide range of food options that can support the beer's character.

Food Pairings


The shop offers 30 kinds of craft beer, so there is also fun to be had comparing pours with others that lean in the same hop direction or have a citrus profile. An IPA with mint like this one pairs especially well with kiln-baked pizza and Italian snacks, connecting the lifted aroma and crisp finish beautifully. It is a versatile guest beer, fitting both people who want a solid drink and those who want to enjoy the aroma in their first glass.