HOP KOTAN 'Time Flies' Now Being Served at Susukino Ale STAND
At the beer pub "Susukino Ale STAND" on the B1F of COCONO SUSUKINO in Sapporo, HOP KOTAN BREWING's Best Bitter "Time Flies" has been introduced. It is a beer you can enjoy for its rich malt character and refined bitterness, and it is available not only for dine-in but also for takeout. The venue's signature offering, with craft beer available from 10 a.m., really stands out.
Hop BroToday, let's talk about HOP KOTAN's Time Flies being served at Susukino Ale STAND in Sapporo. It's a beer that really grows on you.
MugiHuh! Even the name makes me curious! What kind of beer is Time Flies?
Hop BroIt's a Best Bitter style, with ABV 4.5% and IBU 35. It doesn't go for a flashy punch, but instead goes for malt richness and refined bitterness.
MugiWait, what kind of grading system is IBU 35!? That sounds scary, like a test score!
Hop BroIBU is a measure of bitterness. It's like a scale for bitterness. At 35, it's not too harsh, but it gives the finish a nice, crisp edge.
MugiOhhh! So it should go down easy! And I saw in the post that it says to drink it slowly at 10-13°C, right?
Hop BroThat's the pro move. If you raise the temperature a bit, the toasty malt aroma opens up softly, and you really start to see what makes a Best Bitter great.
MugiWhat is that, it changes personality depending on the temperature? That's too interesting! And apparently both dine-in and takeout are OK too, so it's ridiculously flexible!
Hop BroExactly. It's on the B1F of COCONO SUSUKINO, and the best part is that you can drink from 10 a.m. It's perfect for having one before a meeting.
MugiFrom morning beer to a quiet evening drink, it does everything...! Today, we have no choice but to go out for a classic beer!
A Gentle, Slowly Unfolding Bitter Ale to Enjoy in Susukino
In an Instagram post by Susukino Ale STAND (posted on March 15, 2026), the guest beer announced was HOP KOTAN BREWING's "Time Flies". The style is Best Bitter, with specs listed as ABV 4.5% / IBU 35.
The post describes the beer as featuring a toasty malt richness and an elegant bitterness that tightens the finish. Rather than a beer that comes on strong with flashy hop aroma, it is built in a classic style whose appeal becomes clearer the more you drink it, making it suitable both as a pairing with food and as a beer to slowly appreciate on its own.
The venue also suggested raising the temperature slightly to around 10-13°C and drinking it slowly. This is a great way to enjoy a Best Bitter, where the aroma and malt character change depending on the temperature, and it is likely well worth trying for beer fans.
Susukino Ale STAND is a beer pub located on the B1F of COCONO SUSUKINO, 1-1 Minami 4-jo Nishi 4-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido. It stands out for its business style of serving beer from 10 a.m., making it easy to use for a quick drink before a meeting or for daytime drinking. "Time Flies" is available not only for drinking in the shop but also for takeout, giving customers the option to enjoy it on site or at home.
The shop also lets customers check and purchase its stocked labels through its official e-commerce site. If there is a beer you're interested in, it may be worth checking inventory before visiting.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, let's talk about HOP KOTAN's Time Flies being served at Susukino Ale STAND in Sapporo. It's a beer that really grows on you.
MugiHuh! Even the name makes me curious! What kind of beer is Time Flies?
Hop BroIt's a Best Bitter style, with ABV 4.5% and IBU 35. It doesn't go for a flashy punch, but instead goes for malt richness and refined bitterness.
MugiWait, what kind of grading system is IBU 35!? That sounds scary, like a test score!
Hop BroIBU is a measure of bitterness. It's like a scale for bitterness. At 35, it's not too harsh, but it gives the finish a nice, crisp edge.
MugiOhhh! So it should go down easy! And I saw in the post that it says to drink it slowly at 10-13°C, right?
Hop BroThat's the pro move. If you raise the temperature a bit, the toasty malt aroma opens up softly, and you really start to see what makes a Best Bitter great.
MugiWhat is that, it changes personality depending on the temperature? That's too interesting! And apparently both dine-in and takeout are OK too, so it's ridiculously flexible!
Hop BroExactly. It's on the B1F of COCONO SUSUKINO, and the best part is that you can drink from 10 a.m. It's perfect for having one before a meeting.
MugiFrom morning beer to a quiet evening drink, it does everything...! Today, we have no choice but to go out for a classic beer!
