Two Shirosuzume beers tapped at LANA beer in Mizonokuchi
At LANA beer, a beer pub in Mizonokuchi, Kanagawa, two beers from the Shiro Suzume brewery in Takamatsu, Kagawa, have been put on tap. The lineup includes `kindred Dunkel`, a German-style dark lager, and `Kurage no Hone`, an American-style stout with a pronounced hop character.
Hop BroThe story about two beers being tapped at LANA beer in Mizonokuchi is a pretty good one. From Shiro Suzume in Takamatsu, Kagawa, `kindred Dunkel` and `Kurage no Hone` have gone on tap.
MugiWow! You can drink two Shirosuzume beers at once!? Getting a little Kagawa vibe in Mizonokuchi feels like taking a small trip!
Hop BroExactly. `kindred Dunkel` is a German-style dark lager, and the malt depth is the star. It brings out caramel-like and toast-like aromas, with hints of herbs, berries, and orange marmalade on top.
MugiI get caramel and toast, but what does malt presence even mean? Like bread? Or burned sugar?
Hop BroPretty close. Roughly speaking, it means the umami of the grain. The sweetness and aroma of the malt sit at the center, and the appeal of a `Dunkel` is how that is wrapped up in the crisp drinkability you only get from a lager.
MugiOhhh! Then how is `Kurage no Hone` different? American stout makes me think of something black and heavy!
Hop Bro`Kurage no Hone` is like a black beer with a strong hop edge. It has the roasted character you expect from a dark beer, but drinkability comes forward, and the bitterness and aroma are both balanced well.
MugiA black beer that’s easy to drink feels almost unfair! Roasted character and balance sound like a classy adult black beer, which is cool!
Hop BroWhat’s especially interesting this time is that you can compare two dark beers side by side. If you want to focus on malt depth, go with `kindred Dunkel`; if you want a hop-forward black beer, go with `Kurage no Hone`. That’s the kind of choice you can make.
MugiAnd LANA beer is supposed to be great with food, right? If you can do both a quick drink and a slow meal-and-drink session, that’s perfect!
Hop BroThe post also said the stock won’t last long, so it sounds like something to get to soon. So tonight, shall we head to Mizonokuchi and drink the two Shirosuzume beers side by side?
MugiLet’s go! It’s the kind of night where we compare black beers and end up heading home with both of us grinning!
Two Shirosuzume beers on tap
At LANA beer, a beer pub in Mizonokuchi, Kanagawa, two beers from the Shiro Suzume brewery in Takamatsu, Kagawa, are being served. In a post, they were introduced as a lineup sent from the owner’s local brewery.
Beers being served
- `kindred Dunkel` (Kindred Dunkel)
A traditional German dark beer style. It is said to combine a solid malt presence with caramel and toast aromas, along with nuances reminiscent of herbs, berries, and orange marmalade.
- `Kurage no Hone`
An American-style stout. It still has the character of a dark beer, but drinkability comes to the fore, and it is finished with a well-balanced hop presence.
The post notes that neither beer is expected to stay in stock for long. If you are interested, it is best to check them out soon. LANA beer is a venue that combines a beer hall and a beer stand, making it easy to enjoy a drink slowly with food or stop by for just one pint. This pair offers a chance to compare different expressions of dark beers, making it a good fit both for people who want to focus on malt depth and for those looking for a hop-forward black beer.
Shop Information
- Name: LANA beer
- Business type: Beer pub
- Location: Mizonokuchi, Takatsu Ward, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe story about two beers being tapped at LANA beer in Mizonokuchi is a pretty good one. From Shiro Suzume in Takamatsu, Kagawa, `kindred Dunkel` and `Kurage no Hone` have gone on tap.
MugiWow! You can drink two Shirosuzume beers at once!? Getting a little Kagawa vibe in Mizonokuchi feels like taking a small trip!
Hop BroExactly. `kindred Dunkel` is a German-style dark lager, and the malt depth is the star. It brings out caramel-like and toast-like aromas, with hints of herbs, berries, and orange marmalade on top.
MugiI get caramel and toast, but what does malt presence even mean? Like bread? Or burned sugar?
Hop BroPretty close. Roughly speaking, it means the umami of the grain. The sweetness and aroma of the malt sit at the center, and the appeal of a `Dunkel` is how that is wrapped up in the crisp drinkability you only get from a lager.
MugiOhhh! Then how is `Kurage no Hone` different? American stout makes me think of something black and heavy!
Hop Bro`Kurage no Hone` is like a black beer with a strong hop edge. It has the roasted character you expect from a dark beer, but drinkability comes forward, and the bitterness and aroma are both balanced well.
MugiA black beer that’s easy to drink feels almost unfair! Roasted character and balance sound like a classy adult black beer, which is cool!
Hop BroWhat’s especially interesting this time is that you can compare two dark beers side by side. If you want to focus on malt depth, go with `kindred Dunkel`; if you want a hop-forward black beer, go with `Kurage no Hone`. That’s the kind of choice you can make.
MugiAnd LANA beer is supposed to be great with food, right? If you can do both a quick drink and a slow meal-and-drink session, that’s perfect!
Hop BroThe post also said the stock won’t last long, so it sounds like something to get to soon. So tonight, shall we head to Mizonokuchi and drink the two Shirosuzume beers side by side?
MugiLet’s go! It’s the kind of night where we compare black beers and end up heading home with both of us grinning!
