SENNE in Hatagaya Opens Guest Beer from SONGBIRD BEER
SENNE - セネ - in Hatagaya introduced a guest beer in its July 14 post: Motueka Pale Ale from SONGBIRD BEER in Kisarazu, Chiba. The beer uses Belgian wheat malt and Motueka hops for a bright, summer-friendly profile.
Hop BroSENNE in Hatagaya just tapped Motueka Pale Ale, a summer-ready pale ale from Kisarazu's SONGBIRD BEER.
MugiWait, that already sounds stylish! SONGBIRD BEER sounds like they brew while harmonizing, but what does it taste like?
Hop BroThe star is Motueka hops with a muscat-like aroma, and Belgian wheat malt softens the mouthfeel.
MugiHold on, wheat malt makes me think of a bakery. What does that change in a beer?
Hop BroThis is the key: soft, smooth texture. Instead of just bitterness, it gives you an easy, slippery sip.
MugiOooh! So it's a gulpable one, and muscat-like aroma in summer sounds almost unfair.
Hop BroExactly. SENNE even recommends a full glass pour, chilled so the aroma pops while the finish stays light.
MugiWhat is that, a ritual? And at a place known for spontaneous-fermentation beers, this guest tap feels like a fun plot twist.
Hop BroSENNE is good at slipping seasons into its lineup, and this one should shine with lighter appetizers or something pleasantly salty.
MugiSo if I line up salty snacks like fries or prosciutto, I'm basically doomed to order another?
Hop BroThat is very likely. Sitting in Hatagaya and taking one deep gulp while tracking the aroma as it warms up sounds like winning summer.
MugiThen it's settled. I want it at SENNE, and I'm not leaving until I confirm that muscat aroma myself!
Guest Beer
In its "Today's Beer" post on July 14, SENNE - セネ - featured SONGBIRD BEER / Motueka Pale Ale. The brewery is based in Kisarazu, Chiba, and the beer is presented as a pale ale built around Belgian wheat malt and New Zealand Motueka hops.
The post gives a clear description of the flavor profile: a soft wheat texture, plus a Muscat-like aroma from the Motueka hops. SENNE also recommends serving it well chilled and pouring it into a full glass before drinking it in big, easy gulps. That makes the beer feel intentionally tuned for hot weather and a lighter, more refreshing drinking experience.
About SENNE
SENNE - セネ - is a beer pub in Hatagaya, Tokyo, known as a bar for spontaneous-fermentation beer, natural wine, and multinational dishes. While the venue often focuses on bottled beer, guest beers like this one add seasonal contrast and give regulars something new to compare against the house lineup.
This Motueka Pale Ale looks well suited to SENNE's calm, drink-focused atmosphere. Rather than leaning on heavy bitterness, it seems designed around aroma, texture, and easy drinkability. For beer drinkers who enjoy paying attention to temperature, hop character, and the way a pint opens up in the glass, it is the kind of beer worth catching while it is on the board.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSENNE in Hatagaya just tapped Motueka Pale Ale, a summer-ready pale ale from Kisarazu's SONGBIRD BEER.
MugiWait, that already sounds stylish! SONGBIRD BEER sounds like they brew while harmonizing, but what does it taste like?
Hop BroThe star is Motueka hops with a muscat-like aroma, and Belgian wheat malt softens the mouthfeel.
MugiHold on, wheat malt makes me think of a bakery. What does that change in a beer?
Hop BroThis is the key: soft, smooth texture. Instead of just bitterness, it gives you an easy, slippery sip.
MugiOooh! So it's a gulpable one, and muscat-like aroma in summer sounds almost unfair.
Hop BroExactly. SENNE even recommends a full glass pour, chilled so the aroma pops while the finish stays light.
MugiWhat is that, a ritual? And at a place known for spontaneous-fermentation beers, this guest tap feels like a fun plot twist.
Hop BroSENNE is good at slipping seasons into its lineup, and this one should shine with lighter appetizers or something pleasantly salty.
MugiSo if I line up salty snacks like fries or prosciutto, I'm basically doomed to order another?
Hop BroThat is very likely. Sitting in Hatagaya and taking one deep gulp while tracking the aroma as it warms up sounds like winning summer.
MugiThen it's settled. I want it at SENNE, and I'm not leaving until I confirm that muscat aroma myself!
