Sakura Taps Opens Two Draft Beers from Shiokaze Blue Lab and Brasserie Knot
On August 7, Sakura Taps added two new draft beers: Citrus Mayhem IPA from Shiokaze Blue Lab and RIVER from Brasserie Knot, expanding the pub's food-and-music-friendly lineup in Yokohama's Yoshidamachi area.
Hop BroToday’s topic is Sakura Taps and its two fresh tappings on August 7, where an IPA and a saison went on at the same time in Yokohama’s Yoshidacho.
MugiWhat, both tapped together? That’s the kind of news that gets me moving. What beers are we talking about?
Hop BroOne is Shiokaze Blue Lab’s Citrus Mayhem IPA, and the other is Brasserie Knot’s saison called RIVER.
MugiWow, IPA and saison side by side? That’s such a good matchup for comparing a bold one with an easygoing one!
Hop BroCitrus Mayhem IPA is built around balanced bitterness and acidity, with solid hop character and a citrus profile that really stands out.
MugiHold on, a citrus profile that stands out? Why does that make it sound like the beer took an art class?
Hop BroWhat that means is the aroma comes through clearly. The citrus note doesn’t get muddy, and you can actually feel it in the sip.
MugiOhhh, okay. Then when RIVER has a dry finish, that doesn’t mean desert-dry, right?
Hop BroNot desert-dry. It means the sweetness stays light. RIVER brings refreshing bitterness, a transparent fruity aroma, and that easy-drinking saison feel.
MugiAnd Sakura Taps is the kind of place where food and music matter too, right? That sounds dangerously good for “just one pint.”
Hop BroExactly. It’s on the second floor in Noraneko-dori, Yoshidacho, with a 3 PM opening, and on a day like this you can even catch the tap rotation energy live.
MugiI’m sold. Start with the IPA, then let RIVER wash in after that. Reading this already made me want a glass immediately!
On August 7, Sakura Taps announced two new draft beers. At this Yokohama beer pub, located on the second floor in the Yoshidamachi / Nora Neko-dori area, the day’s lineup brought together an IPA and a saison. With food and music also part of the experience, it was the kind of tap update that fits the venue well.
New on tap
- Citrus Mayhem IPA / 潮風ブルーラボ / IPA
An IPA built around balance: bitterness, acidity, and hop character. The citrus-driven profile gives it a clear identity.
- RIVER / Brasserie Knot / Saison
A saison with a dry finish, crisp bitterness, and a transparent fruity aroma. It is easy to keep drinking and should work well with food.
Sakura Taps is known as a place to enjoy beer alongside seasonal dishes and background music, not just as a stop for drinks alone. This pair gives the tap list both structure and contrast, with the IPA bringing sharper edges and the saison adding a lighter touch. The post also noted an event appearance planned for the following day.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s topic is Sakura Taps and its two fresh tappings on August 7, where an IPA and a saison went on at the same time in Yokohama’s Yoshidacho.
MugiWhat, both tapped together? That’s the kind of news that gets me moving. What beers are we talking about?
Hop BroOne is Shiokaze Blue Lab’s Citrus Mayhem IPA, and the other is Brasserie Knot’s saison called RIVER.
MugiWow, IPA and saison side by side? That’s such a good matchup for comparing a bold one with an easygoing one!
Hop BroCitrus Mayhem IPA is built around balanced bitterness and acidity, with solid hop character and a citrus profile that really stands out.
MugiHold on, a citrus profile that stands out? Why does that make it sound like the beer took an art class?
Hop BroWhat that means is the aroma comes through clearly. The citrus note doesn’t get muddy, and you can actually feel it in the sip.
MugiOhhh, okay. Then when RIVER has a dry finish, that doesn’t mean desert-dry, right?
Hop BroNot desert-dry. It means the sweetness stays light. RIVER brings refreshing bitterness, a transparent fruity aroma, and that easy-drinking saison feel.
MugiAnd Sakura Taps is the kind of place where food and music matter too, right? That sounds dangerously good for “just one pint.”
Hop BroExactly. It’s on the second floor in Noraneko-dori, Yoshidacho, with a 3 PM opening, and on a day like this you can even catch the tap rotation energy live.
MugiI’m sold. Start with the IPA, then let RIVER wash in after that. Reading this already made me want a glass immediately!
