BEER STAND molto!! taps TWO RABBITS' Hanafuda Series KÖLSCH WITH SUIKA
BEER STAND molto!! in Osaka's Umeda area has added TWO RABBITS BREWING's Hanafuda Series KÖLSCH WITH SUIKA. The 5.0% Kölsch combines a light, crisp body with watermelon character, making it an easy-drinking option as the weather turns warmer.
Hop BroSomething fun just landed in Umeda: TWO RABBITS' Hanafuda series is now on as a guest beer at BEER STAND molto!!. The star is KÖLSCH WITH SUIKA, a summer-ready Kolsch layered with watermelon.
MugiWait, a watermelon Kolsch? That sounds like it should be super sweet, so how is that still a real beer?
Hop BroThat's the clever part, it's built to stay dry. You get real watermelon character, but not syrupy sweetness, and it still finishes with that light Kolsch snap.
MugiHold on, that crisp Kolsch finish means what exactly? Is the beer supposed to salute my tongue and march away?
Hop BroNot quite. A light malt body means it feels smooth and easy, then clears out fast instead of sitting heavy after each sip.
MugiOhh, watermelon without the sugar bomb. That sounds perfect for hot weather, and 5.0% ABV feels easy to keep drinking too!
Hop BroExactly, and the fresh aroma lift matters too. It comes through the nose nicely, so the fruit shows up without making the beer feel thick or cloying.
MugiAnd it's at Hankyu Sanbangai South 1F? Even my famously terrible Umeda navigation might survive that.
Hop BroYep. BEER STAND molto!! has weekday hours from 3 PM, weekends from noon, and takeaway is 200 yen off, so it's easy either way.
MugiThat is dangerously convenient, perfect for a detour after work or between shopping stops. This beer is basically scheduling itself into my day.
Hop BroThen this is the move: a 5.0% summer sipper where Kolsch crispness and watermelon nuance somehow get along in the same glass.
MugiSold. First round is decided, and now I need to taste this weirdly elegant watermelon idea for myself right away.
At BEER STAND molto!!, the beer-pub in Osaka's Umeda district, a guest beer from TWO RABBITS BREWING has arrived: Hanafuda Series - KÖLSCH WITH SUIKA -. It is a Kölsch with 5.0% ABV.
According to the shop's post, the beer is built on a traditional German-style Kölsch base and layers in the fresh character of watermelon. The description notes that it clearly tastes of watermelon, but does not come across as sweet; instead, it finishes clean and refreshing. With a light malt-driven body and a crisp aftertaste, it looks like an approachable option for warmer days.
What to expect
- Clean, easy-drinking Kölsch character
- Watermelon flavor without heavy sweetness
- 5.0% ABV, so it should be comfortable to drink over a longer session
BEER STAND molto!! is located on the first floor of Hankyu Sanbangai South Building, right in the Umeda area, making it convenient for a quick stop after work or while shopping. The shop's post lists opening hours as 15:00-24:00 on weekdays and 12:00-24:00 on weekends and holidays, with last orders at 23:00 for food and 23:30 for drinks. It also mentions a 200-yen discount for takeaway, so guests can enjoy the beer on-site or take it home.
Good fit for
- Drinkers who like the clean profile of Kölsch
- Anyone looking for a fruit-inflected beer that is not overly sweet
- People seeking a beer pub near Umeda Station
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSomething fun just landed in Umeda: TWO RABBITS' Hanafuda series is now on as a guest beer at BEER STAND molto!!. The star is KÖLSCH WITH SUIKA, a summer-ready Kolsch layered with watermelon.
MugiWait, a watermelon Kolsch? That sounds like it should be super sweet, so how is that still a real beer?
Hop BroThat's the clever part, it's built to stay dry. You get real watermelon character, but not syrupy sweetness, and it still finishes with that light Kolsch snap.
MugiHold on, that crisp Kolsch finish means what exactly? Is the beer supposed to salute my tongue and march away?
Hop BroNot quite. A light malt body means it feels smooth and easy, then clears out fast instead of sitting heavy after each sip.
MugiOhh, watermelon without the sugar bomb. That sounds perfect for hot weather, and 5.0% ABV feels easy to keep drinking too!
Hop BroExactly, and the fresh aroma lift matters too. It comes through the nose nicely, so the fruit shows up without making the beer feel thick or cloying.
MugiAnd it's at Hankyu Sanbangai South 1F? Even my famously terrible Umeda navigation might survive that.
Hop BroYep. BEER STAND molto!! has weekday hours from 3 PM, weekends from noon, and takeaway is 200 yen off, so it's easy either way.
MugiThat is dangerously convenient, perfect for a detour after work or between shopping stops. This beer is basically scheduling itself into my day.
Hop BroThen this is the move: a 5.0% summer sipper where Kolsch crispness and watermelon nuance somehow get along in the same glass.
MugiSold. First round is decided, and now I need to taste this weirdly elegant watermelon idea for myself right away.
