Smoke Ale from Bibukawa Shirakaba Brewery Arrives at Susukino Ale STAND
At the beer pub Susukino Ale STAND in Susukino, Sapporo, Bibukawa Shirakaba Brewery's Smoke Ale, "As Smoke As Possible," has arrived. With an ABV of 4.5%, it is presented as an easy-to-drink beer while still letting you clearly enjoy its smoky aroma.
Hop BroToday I'm talking about how Smoke Ale from Bibukawa Shirakaba Brewery has come into Susukino Ale STAND.
MugiWhoa! Just from the name, Smoke Ale already sounds smoky!
Hop BroExactly. The beer that arrived is As Smoke As Possible. It's 4.5% ABV, and the point is that it has a strong smoky aroma but is still easy to drink.
Mugi4.5% ABV and yet such a strong smoky aroma? That's kind of mysterious!
Hop BroIt is, yes. The aroma of smoked malt really comes forward, but the body is not too heavy. That's why it's introduced as clean and easy to drink.
MugiOh! And Bibukawa Shirakaba Brewery is the place that makes birch sap beer, right?
Hop BroThat's right. It's a brewery with the character of Bibai, Hokkaido, and this one also really lets you enjoy the nuances of the ingredients.
MugiAnd being able to drink it at the standing counter on B1F of COCONO SUSUKINO is amazing, isn't it? Perfect for a pre-party drink too!
Hop BroWhat's more, they also have the standard Susukino Ale in the shop, so if you compare them, the differences become super easy to notice.
MugiWow, and with jamon serrano too, there's no way this ends with just beer...!
Hop BroIf you like it when you try it at the shop, you can also buy it on the EC site, so it's great that you can keep the enjoyment going at home later.
MugiSo first a drink at the shop, and then another one at home! This is the kind of thing where you seriously can't decide between drinking it now or taking it home!
Featured Guest Beer
The beer that arrived at Susukino Ale STAND is Bibukawa Shirakaba Brewery's `As Smoke As Possible`. Its style is Smoke Ale, and its ABV is 4.5%. While it lets you fully enjoy the aroma derived from smoked malt, it is also described as "clean and easy to drink," making it approachable even for people trying Smoke Ale for the first time.
Bibukawa Shirakaba Brewery is a brewery in Bibai, Hokkaido, that makes beer using birch sap. Because it is a brewer that has been sending out craft beers reflecting the character of its region, this guest beer is also notable as a bottle that lets you enjoy the nuances of its ingredients while centering on a smoky profile.
The Appeal of the Venue
Susukino Ale STAND is a beer pub located on B1F of COCONO SUSUKINO. In addition to its location right next to Susukino Station, it features a standing counter, making it easy to stop by for a pre-party drink or during a shopping break. Inside, it offers a lineup that includes the Sapporo-born "Susukino Ale" white ale, as well as seasonal draft beers and craft beers centered on Hokkaido products.
How to Enjoy It
Beers with a clearly defined aroma profile, like Smoke Ale, are great for taking your time with as your first drink, and it is also interesting to compare them with the standard Susukino Ale to see the differences. Snacks designed to pair with beer, such as jamon serrano, are also available, so you can keep going beyond one drink and enjoy a smooth flow into your meal.
The beers you are curious about can also be checked and purchased on the EC site, so there is the option of taking home the same label you discovered in the store and enjoying it later. In the middle of Susukino, being able to choose whether to drink Hokkaido craft beer "right now" or "later" is another charm that feels very much like this shop.
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Hop BroToday I'm talking about how Smoke Ale from Bibukawa Shirakaba Brewery has come into Susukino Ale STAND.
MugiWhoa! Just from the name, Smoke Ale already sounds smoky!
Hop BroExactly. The beer that arrived is As Smoke As Possible. It's 4.5% ABV, and the point is that it has a strong smoky aroma but is still easy to drink.
Mugi4.5% ABV and yet such a strong smoky aroma? That's kind of mysterious!
Hop BroIt is, yes. The aroma of smoked malt really comes forward, but the body is not too heavy. That's why it's introduced as clean and easy to drink.
MugiOh! And Bibukawa Shirakaba Brewery is the place that makes birch sap beer, right?
Hop BroThat's right. It's a brewery with the character of Bibai, Hokkaido, and this one also really lets you enjoy the nuances of the ingredients.
MugiAnd being able to drink it at the standing counter on B1F of COCONO SUSUKINO is amazing, isn't it? Perfect for a pre-party drink too!
Hop BroWhat's more, they also have the standard Susukino Ale in the shop, so if you compare them, the differences become super easy to notice.
MugiWow, and with jamon serrano too, there's no way this ends with just beer...!
Hop BroIf you like it when you try it at the shop, you can also buy it on the EC site, so it's great that you can keep the enjoyment going at home later.
MugiSo first a drink at the shop, and then another one at home! This is the kind of thing where you seriously can't decide between drinking it now or taking it home!
