At Kokubunji's Beer Cafe Gambrinus, Hiroshima-born "Rinki Sakurahen" is running low
At the beer pub Beer Cafe Gambrinus near the south exit of Kokubunji Station, HIROSHIMA NEIGHBORLY BREWING's barrel-aged beer "Rinki Sakurahen ~Barrel Aged Wheat Wine~" has arrived. The posted image is labeled "Running low!".
Hop BroAt Beer Cafe Gambrinus in Kokubunji, a barrel-aged beer from Hiroshima has arrived. What's more, "Rinki Sakurahen" is on tap, and the image says "Running low!", so it's first come, first served.
MugiWhoa! The name Rinki Sakurahen already has way too much information! And if it's running low, it's the kind you have to sprint for the moment you find it!
Hop BroAnd this is Barrel Aged Wheat Wine. It's a bottle from HIROSHIMA NEIGHBORLY BREWING, with an ABV of 8.0%. You get a strong sense of the grain's richness, with the barrel layered on top.
MugiWhat is that! Is wheat wine a beer that's also wine? My head is already full of foam!
Hop BroBasically, it's a high-alcohol-style beer with a strong malt sweetness and body. The "wine-like" part is about the drinking richness, not the appearance, and once barrel aging comes in, the depth jumps up all at once.
MugiOhh! So it gives off that soft barrel aroma? Aging in wine barrels sounds so grown-up it makes me straighten my back!
Hop BroExactly. This release is one label in the HIROSHIMA BARREL RELAY PROJECT, and the key point is the process using barrels from SAKURAO BREWERY & DISTILLERY and wine barrels from VINOBLE VINEYARD. That's why both the aroma and the flavor have that multi-layered quality that doesn't end in a single sip.
MugiA beer that doesn't end in one sip is the best! A beer with layers of aroma sounds so intriguing, like a delicious mystery to solve!
Hop BroAnd the fact that you can drink it just one minute on foot from the south exit of Kokubunji Station is a big plus. Gambrinus is a craft beer cafe with 14 taps, so one of the best things about it is being able to take your time comparing draft beers.
MugiWhat, 14 taps! And if there's food too, that's the kind of place you end up lingering in. Doing that so close to the station is criminal!
Hop BroYeah, being able to pair Japanese food and draft beer while drinking a limited-edition glass born from a Hiroshima project is pretty luxurious. Because it's running low, this is the kind of beer you want to grab without hesitation if you find it.
MugiAlright, today it's one drink in Kokubunji then! After hearing that, there's no way I'm choosing not to drink Rinki Sakurahen!
At Beer Cafe Gambrinus in Kokubunji, a barrel-aged beer from Hiroshima has been added to the tap list. In an Instagram post, "Rinki Sakurahen ~Barrel Aged Wheat Wine~" is introduced, and the image also shows the label "Running low!".
This beer is an 8.0% ABV wheat wine from HIROSHIMA NEIGHBORLY BREWING. It is one of the labels in the HIROSHIMA BARREL RELAY PROJECT, a collaboration among craft alcohol makers in Hiroshima, and is released as a barrel-aged beer layered with barrel-derived nuances. In separately released information, the aging process is introduced as using barrels from SAKURAO BREWERY & DISTILLERY and wine barrels from VINOBLE VINEYARD, making this a beer characterized not only by the depth of malt, but also by barrel-derived aroma and a complex layered profile.
Gambrinus is a craft beer cafe located one minute on foot from the south exit of Kokubunji Station. Its official site highlights 14 craft beer taps, and presents it as a place to enjoy beer alongside handmade dishes prepared by a Japanese cuisine chef. Even though it is on the 6th floor right next to the station, the shop's appeal is that you can relax and enjoy draft beer without any pretension. From clearly defined styles to glasses that pair well with food, the lineup is broad enough to handle a wide range of tastes.
This "Rinki Sakurahen" is a glass with the depth that only barrel aging can bring, plus the substantial feel of an 8.0% beer. Since only a little remains, anyone interested should check it out soon. It is a chance to try a limited barrel-aged beer born from a Hiroshima project in Kokubunji.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Beer Cafe Gambrinus in Kokubunji, a barrel-aged beer from Hiroshima has arrived. What's more, "Rinki Sakurahen" is on tap, and the image says "Running low!", so it's first come, first served.
MugiWhoa! The name Rinki Sakurahen already has way too much information! And if it's running low, it's the kind you have to sprint for the moment you find it!
Hop BroAnd this is Barrel Aged Wheat Wine. It's a bottle from HIROSHIMA NEIGHBORLY BREWING, with an ABV of 8.0%. You get a strong sense of the grain's richness, with the barrel layered on top.
MugiWhat is that! Is wheat wine a beer that's also wine? My head is already full of foam!
Hop BroBasically, it's a high-alcohol-style beer with a strong malt sweetness and body. The "wine-like" part is about the drinking richness, not the appearance, and once barrel aging comes in, the depth jumps up all at once.
MugiOhh! So it gives off that soft barrel aroma? Aging in wine barrels sounds so grown-up it makes me straighten my back!
Hop BroExactly. This release is one label in the HIROSHIMA BARREL RELAY PROJECT, and the key point is the process using barrels from SAKURAO BREWERY & DISTILLERY and wine barrels from VINOBLE VINEYARD. That's why both the aroma and the flavor have that multi-layered quality that doesn't end in a single sip.
MugiA beer that doesn't end in one sip is the best! A beer with layers of aroma sounds so intriguing, like a delicious mystery to solve!
Hop BroAnd the fact that you can drink it just one minute on foot from the south exit of Kokubunji Station is a big plus. Gambrinus is a craft beer cafe with 14 taps, so one of the best things about it is being able to take your time comparing draft beers.
MugiWhat, 14 taps! And if there's food too, that's the kind of place you end up lingering in. Doing that so close to the station is criminal!
Hop BroYeah, being able to pair Japanese food and draft beer while drinking a limited-edition glass born from a Hiroshima project is pretty luxurious. Because it's running low, this is the kind of beer you want to grab without hesitation if you find it.
MugiAlright, today it's one drink in Kokubunji then! After hearing that, there's no way I'm choosing not to drink Rinki Sakurahen!
