And Beer Koenji Announces 9th Anniversary Event and Spice Ale
And Beer, a brewpub in Koenji, Tokyo, will hold its 9th anniversary event from September 2 to 6, 2026. In its latest post, the venue introduced the second anniversary beer, a Spice Ale called Kokonotsu no Toko made with nine spices.
Hop BroAnd Beer in Koenji is gearing up for a 9th anniversary event, and the featured anniversary beer is already a standout: "Kokonotsu no Tomoka."
MugiWait, Kokonotsu no Tomoka? That sounds less like a beer and more like a legendary item in a fantasy game!
Hop BroIt's a pale-ale-based Spice Ale, and for the 9th anniversary they stacked in nine different spices. That's such an And Beer kind of move.
MugiNine spices sounds wild! When you say layering spices, are we still talking about beer and not someone pouring curry into a pint?
Hop BroThat's the clever part. The chilies alone are Kashmir, Gundu, Jawala, jalapeno, and bird's eye, then coriander, green cardamom, fennel, and black pepper build aromatic layers on top.
MugiAromatic layers? What is that, a mille-feuille for your nose?
Hop BroHonestly, kind of. Each time you bring the glass closer, a different note should show up, so it's not just heat for heat's sake but a flavor-led spice ale.
MugiOhh, and at 4.3% ABV, it sounds easy to enjoy slowly with food instead of getting steamrolled by it.
Hop BroExactly. It's built on a light-colored pale ale, but they still aimed for a properly spicy finish that can lift food, so as the day-two beer reveal, it's a bold choice.
MugiAnd this is happening at the Koenji brewpub from September 2 to 6, 2026, right? That's five straight days of temptation.
MugiI'm sold. This is firmly in the need to drink category for me, preferably with a full table of spicy dishes.
Hop BroSame here. At And Beer Koenji, with that easygoing brewpub vibe, a glass of "Kokonotsu no Tomoka" with spice-friendly food sounds like the right way to toast nine years.
And Beer Koenji turns nine
And Beer, the brewpub in Koenji, Suginami, Tokyo, says it will celebrate its 9th anniversary with a five-day event from Wednesday, September 2 to Sunday, September 6, 2026. The post also notes that the venue opened on August 26, 2017, and that more event details will be introduced step by step before the anniversary.
A Spice Ale built around nine spices
The featured beer in this post is Kokonotsu no Toko, presented as the second anniversary beer. It is a pale-ale-based Spice Ale brewed with nine spices in total. The chili lineup includes Kashmiri, Gundu, Jalapeño, Javara, and Bird's Eye, while the spice mix adds coriander, green cardamom, fennel, and black pepper.
With an ABV of 4.3%, the beer is described as more than just a hot chili beer. The idea is to create layers of aroma that change as you bring the glass closer, while keeping the base easy to drink and pairing well with food. That fits And Beer’s brewpub style in Koenji, where beer and spice-forward dishes can be enjoyed in a relaxed neighborhood setting.
More anniversary offerings are expected to be revealed before the event starts.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAnd Beer in Koenji is gearing up for a 9th anniversary event, and the featured anniversary beer is already a standout: "Kokonotsu no Tomoka."
MugiWait, Kokonotsu no Tomoka? That sounds less like a beer and more like a legendary item in a fantasy game!
Hop BroIt's a pale-ale-based Spice Ale, and for the 9th anniversary they stacked in nine different spices. That's such an And Beer kind of move.
MugiNine spices sounds wild! When you say layering spices, are we still talking about beer and not someone pouring curry into a pint?
Hop BroThat's the clever part. The chilies alone are Kashmir, Gundu, Jawala, jalapeno, and bird's eye, then coriander, green cardamom, fennel, and black pepper build aromatic layers on top.
MugiAromatic layers? What is that, a mille-feuille for your nose?
Hop BroHonestly, kind of. Each time you bring the glass closer, a different note should show up, so it's not just heat for heat's sake but a flavor-led spice ale.
MugiOhh, and at 4.3% ABV, it sounds easy to enjoy slowly with food instead of getting steamrolled by it.
Hop BroExactly. It's built on a light-colored pale ale, but they still aimed for a properly spicy finish that can lift food, so as the day-two beer reveal, it's a bold choice.
MugiAnd this is happening at the Koenji brewpub from September 2 to 6, 2026, right? That's five straight days of temptation.
MugiI'm sold. This is firmly in the need to drink category for me, preferably with a full table of spicy dishes.
Hop BroSame here. At And Beer Koenji, with that easygoing brewpub vibe, a glass of "Kokonotsu no Tomoka" with spice-friendly food sounds like the right way to toast nine years.
