Kanpai! Brewing taps "Naemazaka Blueberry Sour" at 1F Granzoo
A new tap has been announced at the brewpub Kanpai! Brewing (1F / Granzoo) in Sekiguchi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. "Naemazaka Blueberry Sour," with blueberry-driven sweet-tartness front and center, is a light sour ale at 5% and IBU 7.
Hop BroAt Kanpai! Brewing in Sekiguchi, Bunkyo-ku, 1F Granzoo has tapped Naemazaka Blueberry Sour. This is the kind of beer that really hits on a hot day.
MugiWhoa! A blueberry sour already sounds delicious! But isn't sour ale too tart?
Hop BroThat's the interesting part: the 5% and IBU 7 give it a light, easygoing feel. Bitterness is kept very low, and it's made to be easy to drink while letting the acidity take center stage.
MugiIBU again! That's the bitterness index, right? Seven means it's basically wearing a kind face, right?
Hop BroYou've got it. What's more, this beer puts its sweet-tart aroma front and center, with blueberry and yeast aromas gently layering together.
MugiWhoa! Fruity aromas get you excited before you even drink it. Is this the kind that comes in with a juicy pop on the first sip?
Hop BroExactly. On the palate, a clean acidity meets blueberry sweetness, and the finish doesn't get heavy. It's designed so you can drink it down smoothly.
MugiWhat! If the finish is light, you could drink it even on a summer afternoon. And it sounds like it would pair well with food too!
Hop BroExactly. Because it's a brewpub's freshly made pint, it's easy to enjoy as an opener or with a meal. Being able to drink it in Sekiguchi, Bunkyo-ku, is great too.
MugiMy throat is already reacting! It feels like a seasonal pint, and just imagining the blueberry aroma makes me want one!
Hop BroThen it's settled. Today at Kanpai! Brewing, let's start with a pint of Naemazaka Blueberry Sour.
MugiLet's go! I want to toast in Bunkyo-ku and check the balance of acidity and sweetness together!
New Tap
At the brewpub Kanpai! Brewing (1F / Granzoo) at 1-28-12 Sekiguchi, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, "Naemazaka Blueberry Sour" was announced as a new tap. The post lists its specs as 5%, IBU 7, and SRM -, introducing it as a light sour ale that is easy to enjoy even in hot weather.
Flavor Highlights
According to the description, this beer's defining character is its sweet-tart aroma from blueberries and yeast. When you take a sip, clean acidity is layered with blueberry sweetness, and fruity aromas spread through the palate. The balance between acidity and sweetness is well judged, and the finish is designed not to feel heavy, making this a beer meant to go down smoothly.
A Pint to Enjoy Alongside the Venue's Appeal
Kanpai! Brewing is a brewpub where you can taste house-brewed beer right on site. In the form of 1F / Granzoo, its appeal lies in being able to enjoy a freshly made pint. This "Naemazaka Blueberry Sour" is easy to use as an opening beer or with a meal because the fruit character comes through clearly without the acidity becoming too dominant. With its unmistakable blueberry impression, it is a style well suited to those moments when you want to drink lightly on a hot day.
The post also includes hashtags such as #granzoo, #craftbeer, and #kanpaibeer, suggesting a beer that puts the shop name and the character of its house brewing front and center. For anyone in Sekiguchi, Bunkyo-ku looking to enjoy a seasonal sour ale, this is a new tap worth paying attention to.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Kanpai! Brewing in Sekiguchi, Bunkyo-ku, 1F Granzoo has tapped Naemazaka Blueberry Sour. This is the kind of beer that really hits on a hot day.
MugiWhoa! A blueberry sour already sounds delicious! But isn't sour ale too tart?
Hop BroThat's the interesting part: the 5% and IBU 7 give it a light, easygoing feel. Bitterness is kept very low, and it's made to be easy to drink while letting the acidity take center stage.
MugiIBU again! That's the bitterness index, right? Seven means it's basically wearing a kind face, right?
Hop BroYou've got it. What's more, this beer puts its sweet-tart aroma front and center, with blueberry and yeast aromas gently layering together.
MugiWhoa! Fruity aromas get you excited before you even drink it. Is this the kind that comes in with a juicy pop on the first sip?
Hop BroExactly. On the palate, a clean acidity meets blueberry sweetness, and the finish doesn't get heavy. It's designed so you can drink it down smoothly.
MugiWhat! If the finish is light, you could drink it even on a summer afternoon. And it sounds like it would pair well with food too!
Hop BroExactly. Because it's a brewpub's freshly made pint, it's easy to enjoy as an opener or with a meal. Being able to drink it in Sekiguchi, Bunkyo-ku, is great too.
MugiMy throat is already reacting! It feels like a seasonal pint, and just imagining the blueberry aroma makes me want one!
Hop BroThen it's settled. Today at Kanpai! Brewing, let's start with a pint of Naemazaka Blueberry Sour.
MugiLet's go! I want to toast in Bunkyo-ku and check the balance of acidity and sweetness together!
