At Kyoto's PUB Karr, Five Taps Including Minoh x Mikkeller "Ume-chi" Are On Tap
Kyoto beer pub PUB Karr in Kawaramachi posted its tap list for the day in a May 15, 2026 update. Five distinct beers are on offer, ranging from the Minoh x Mikkeller collaboration and two FLORA FERMENTATION beers to Minoh Yuzu Tripel and Asahi Maruef.
Hop BroPUB Karr's tap update in Kyoto's Kawaramachi is pretty interesting. They've got the Minoh x Mikkeller Ume-chi, two from FLORA FERMENTATION, Minoh Yuzu Tripel, and even Asahi Maruef at the end.
MugiWhoa! The five-beer lineup is strong right out of the gate! But is Ume-chi about ume, or is it just "ume-chi"?
Hop BroIt's a collaboration between Minoh and Mikkeller, and the point is how they layer fruit character and hops. If you pair plum-like nuances with hop aroma and bitterness, it becomes an interesting beer design in its own right.
MugiWhat, hops come forward that much? Hop definition? Hops have definition?!
Hop BroThey do. Thinking in terms of aromatic design makes it easier to understand: citrus notes, green notes, and the way bitterness comes across. Ume-chi sounds like a beer that is fun to judge on that balance.
MugiOhhh! Then FLORA FERMENTATION's TAYU and Raven are perfect for a side-by-side tasting.
Hop BroExactly. Even from the same brewery, the two-bottle contrast comes through, so you can enjoy the differences. Add Minoh Yuzu Tripel and the yuzu aroma changes the whole expression at once.
MugiJust hearing "tripel" sounds strong! If yuzu aroma gets into beer, it might taste kind of like Japanese sweets.
Hop BroThat's actually a pretty close idea. When you put yuzu on top of a style with substantial body, the sweetness and aroma can spread out softly. And PUB Karr is nice because you can enjoy it together with music.
MugiWait, a beer pub with music too? When I hear the white-toned interior, it sounds like a place where you could drink calmly, but still with plenty of energy.
Hop BroExactly. The post also mentions recommendations from two Holiday performers, so there's an atmosphere here that's more than just a tap list. In Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, it's the kind of place where you can choose a glass that matches the mood of the day.
MugiNow I definitely want to go! I'd want to start with Ume-chi and finish quietly with a Maruef. I'm in the mood to toast right now!
Kyoto's PUB Karr, located on the second floor in Matsugae-cho, Nakagyo Ward, announced its on-tap lineup in a May 15, 2026 post. True to its identity as a beer pub centered on craft beer and music, the day's lineup features beers whose brewers' personalities come through clearly.
The tap list for the day is as follows:
- Minoh x Mikkeller Ume-chi
- FLORA FERMENTATION TAYU
- FLORA FERMENTATION Raven
- Minoh Yuzu Tripel (New!)
- Asahi Maruef
The standout is Ume-chi, a collaboration between Minoh and Mikkeller. It is a beer that makes you want to see how fruit character and hop definition are brought together, and it could also serve as the starting point for a side-by-side tasting. FLORA FERMENTATION is represented by TAYU and Raven, making for a lineup where you can enjoy the different expressions of the same brewery. Adding Minoh Yuzu Tripel to the mix raises the question of how yuzu aroma is woven into a tripel, making that another highlight of the glass. To close things out, Asahi Maruef is there as a familiar, easy-to-enjoy staple.
The post also notes that recommendations have come in from two performers for next week's Holiday, reinforcing that PUB Karr is a place not only for a daily drink, but also for spending time with music. In the calm, white-toned interior, you can enjoy both the easygoing feel of Kyoto's city center and the lively atmosphere of a pub.
Judging by the beers on tap, this is a lineup that ranges from fragrant, fruity pours to well-known, easy-drinking favorites. For anyone in Kyoto looking to choose a glass that suits the mood of the day, this is an update worth checking.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroPUB Karr's tap update in Kyoto's Kawaramachi is pretty interesting. They've got the Minoh x Mikkeller Ume-chi, two from FLORA FERMENTATION, Minoh Yuzu Tripel, and even Asahi Maruef at the end.
MugiWhoa! The five-beer lineup is strong right out of the gate! But is Ume-chi about ume, or is it just "ume-chi"?
Hop BroIt's a collaboration between Minoh and Mikkeller, and the point is how they layer fruit character and hops. If you pair plum-like nuances with hop aroma and bitterness, it becomes an interesting beer design in its own right.
MugiWhat, hops come forward that much? Hop definition? Hops have definition?!
Hop BroThey do. Thinking in terms of aromatic design makes it easier to understand: citrus notes, green notes, and the way bitterness comes across. Ume-chi sounds like a beer that is fun to judge on that balance.
MugiOhhh! Then FLORA FERMENTATION's TAYU and Raven are perfect for a side-by-side tasting.
Hop BroExactly. Even from the same brewery, the two-bottle contrast comes through, so you can enjoy the differences. Add Minoh Yuzu Tripel and the yuzu aroma changes the whole expression at once.
MugiJust hearing "tripel" sounds strong! If yuzu aroma gets into beer, it might taste kind of like Japanese sweets.
Hop BroThat's actually a pretty close idea. When you put yuzu on top of a style with substantial body, the sweetness and aroma can spread out softly. And PUB Karr is nice because you can enjoy it together with music.
MugiWait, a beer pub with music too? When I hear the white-toned interior, it sounds like a place where you could drink calmly, but still with plenty of energy.
Hop BroExactly. The post also mentions recommendations from two Holiday performers, so there's an atmosphere here that's more than just a tap list. In Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, it's the kind of place where you can choose a glass that matches the mood of the day.
MugiNow I definitely want to go! I'd want to start with Ume-chi and finish quietly with a Maruef. I'm in the mood to toast right now!
