And Beer Koenji Taproom highlights SAL SAL and PICO PICO on June 21
And Beer Koenji Taproom announced its June 21 service hours with continuous opening from 11:30 to 21:00. The taproom is pouring two anniversary beers for its sister venue Olla, SAL SAL and PICO PICO, and recommends tasting them side by side.
Hop BroJune 21 looks especially fun at AND BEER Koenji Taproom, with two third-anniversary beers from its sister spot olla in the spotlight.
MugiWait, anniversary beers? Two of them? That already sounds like a full-on celebration.
Hop BroThey’re called SAL SAL and PICO PICO, and both turn Mexican cocktail ideas into beer, which is a very dangerous concept for my thirst.
MugiWhat does cocktail-inspired beer even mean? My brain just tried to squeeze lime into a pint!
Hop BroSAL SAL is a Margarita-style beer using Mexican lime and salt, so you get a really clear line of acidity and salinity.
MugiHold on, clear flavor lines? Since when do drinks have sharp jawlines?
Hop BroIt just means the sour and salty notes show up cleanly instead of getting muddy. PICO PICO is inspired by Michelada, with lemon, five kinds of chili, black pepper, and salt.
MugiFive chilies? five kinds of chili sounds less like a beer and more like a band with excellent taste.
Hop BroThat’s the strength of this brewpub: eight house beers on tap, tasting flights, and bold aromatic dishes like curry, biryani, bonito tataki achar, and black-vinegar sweet-and-sour pork.
MugiOkay, that rules. A side-by-side tasting with SAL SAL’s tang and PICO PICO’s chili kick next to food sounds perfect.
Hop BroAnd they’re open straight through from 11:30 to 21:00, with takeout from 10:00 to 21:00 and a pet-friendly terrace, which is basically an airtight setup.
MugiThen it’s settled. I want a Koenji beer run immediately, and I’m absolutely starting with SAL SAL.
And Beer Koenji Taproom announced its June 21 service schedule: continuous opening from 11:30 to 21:00, with lunch from 11:30 to 15:00 and dinner from 17:00 to 21:00. Beer takeaway is available from 10:00 to 21:00.
The featured pours are two anniversary beers for the sister venue Olla in Asagaya.
- `SAL SAL`
A Margarita-inspired beer built around Mexican lime and salt, with a bright, defined acidity.
- `PICO PICO`
A Michelada-inspired beer made with lemon, five kinds of chili, black pepper, and salt for a more spice-driven profile.
The post recommends trying the two beers as a tasting pair. And Beer is a brewpub that typically keeps eight house beers on tap and offers tasting sets, so it is set up well for comparison drinking. The kitchen also leans into curry, biryani, and beer-friendly dishes such as katsuo tataki achar and black-vinegar pork, making both beers easy to pair with food.
The terrace is pet-friendly, and the space works for both takeaway and a proper meal in-house. It is a straightforward stop in Koenji for people who want house beer, bold food, and a relaxed brewpub setting in one place.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroJune 21 looks especially fun at AND BEER Koenji Taproom, with two third-anniversary beers from its sister spot olla in the spotlight.
MugiWait, anniversary beers? Two of them? That already sounds like a full-on celebration.
Hop BroThey’re called SAL SAL and PICO PICO, and both turn Mexican cocktail ideas into beer, which is a very dangerous concept for my thirst.
MugiWhat does cocktail-inspired beer even mean? My brain just tried to squeeze lime into a pint!
Hop BroSAL SAL is a Margarita-style beer using Mexican lime and salt, so you get a really clear line of acidity and salinity.
MugiHold on, clear flavor lines? Since when do drinks have sharp jawlines?
Hop BroIt just means the sour and salty notes show up cleanly instead of getting muddy. PICO PICO is inspired by Michelada, with lemon, five kinds of chili, black pepper, and salt.
MugiFive chilies? five kinds of chili sounds less like a beer and more like a band with excellent taste.
Hop BroThat’s the strength of this brewpub: eight house beers on tap, tasting flights, and bold aromatic dishes like curry, biryani, bonito tataki achar, and black-vinegar sweet-and-sour pork.
MugiOkay, that rules. A side-by-side tasting with SAL SAL’s tang and PICO PICO’s chili kick next to food sounds perfect.
Hop BroAnd they’re open straight through from 11:30 to 21:00, with takeout from 10:00 to 21:00 and a pet-friendly terrace, which is basically an airtight setup.
MugiThen it’s settled. I want a Koenji beer run immediately, and I’m absolutely starting with SAL SAL.
