Taru Taru introduces OHLOY Brewing collaboration sour ale CRACK
The beer pub Taru Taru in Kawaramachi, Takamatsu, is featuring CRACK, a collaboration beer from OHLOY Brewing. Brewed to coincide with BRIDGE SHIP HOUSE’s exhibition CRACK, it is described as a berry-forward sour ale made with blueberries and blackberries.
Hop BroTaru Taru in Kawaramachi just introduced an OHLOY Brewing collab called 'CRACK,' and this sour ale sounds like a fun one.
MugiWait, that name hits hard! 'CRACK' as a title sounds more like an art show than a beer!
Hop BroThat is exactly the point. It was brewed as a special sour ale to match BRIDGE SHIP HOUSE's exhibition, so it carries that art-world mood into the glass.
MugiOhh, nice! But what does it taste like? A berry beer can go full juice-box real fast, right?
Hop BroThey handled that well. With blueberry and blackberry in the mix, they tuned the acidity for a balanced sour profile so it is neither too sharp nor too soft.
MugiHold on, what even is acidity in beer-talk? Did I just walk into a surprise exam?
Hop BroIt just means how the sourness lands. Whether it pokes or spreads gently, they adjusted it so it drinks smoothly instead of feeling harsh.
MugiOkay, I get it! And it has strong color, but not just sweet-tart fruitiness, it also has a shadowy nuance? This beer is being way too poetic!
Hop BroThat is the interesting part. There is a bit of earthy depth in there, which gives it dimension, and it really sounds like a rainy-day beer in the best way.
MugiNow I can totally picture it. If I spot it at Taru Taru in Takamatsu, I want a glass immediately while talking about the artwork.
Hop BroAnd CENTER is also selling another version, so there is a second variation to compare if you want the full art-and-beer experience.
MugiBerry-forward, nicely sour, and still easy to drink, the collab beer 'CRACK' sounds like the kind of pour that makes you thirsty on the spot!
The beer pub Taru Taru in Kawaramachi, Takamatsu, is introducing CRACK, a collaboration beer from OHLOY Brewing. The beer was created for BRIDGE SHIP HOUSE’s exhibition CRACK, with the project emerging through a connection with CENTER.
The beer is a berry-based sour ale. According to the post, it uses blueberries and blackberries, with acidity kept in a balance that is neither too sharp nor too round. The brewer also aimed for a clear color while layering in earthy, shadow-like nuances, giving the beer more depth than a simple fruit beer.
Taru Taru is the kind of beer pub where this sort of guest-featured release makes sense: a place for following craft beer in Takamatsu’s Kawaramachi area. CRACK is presented as a beer that reflects the exhibition’s world while still staying approachable in the glass. It was also framed as something to enjoy on rainy days, which fits the beer’s berry-led acidity well.
Another version will also be sold at CENTER, with locations in Tokyo and Kagawa. For beer drinkers, the appeal here is clear: a collaboration that connects art, a specific brewery, and a style built around berries and restrained sourness.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroTaru Taru in Kawaramachi just introduced an OHLOY Brewing collab called 'CRACK,' and this sour ale sounds like a fun one.
MugiWait, that name hits hard! 'CRACK' as a title sounds more like an art show than a beer!
Hop BroThat is exactly the point. It was brewed as a special sour ale to match BRIDGE SHIP HOUSE's exhibition, so it carries that art-world mood into the glass.
MugiOhh, nice! But what does it taste like? A berry beer can go full juice-box real fast, right?
Hop BroThey handled that well. With blueberry and blackberry in the mix, they tuned the acidity for a balanced sour profile so it is neither too sharp nor too soft.
MugiHold on, what even is acidity in beer-talk? Did I just walk into a surprise exam?
Hop BroIt just means how the sourness lands. Whether it pokes or spreads gently, they adjusted it so it drinks smoothly instead of feeling harsh.
MugiOkay, I get it! And it has strong color, but not just sweet-tart fruitiness, it also has a shadowy nuance? This beer is being way too poetic!
Hop BroThat is the interesting part. There is a bit of earthy depth in there, which gives it dimension, and it really sounds like a rainy-day beer in the best way.
MugiNow I can totally picture it. If I spot it at Taru Taru in Takamatsu, I want a glass immediately while talking about the artwork.
Hop BroAnd CENTER is also selling another version, so there is a second variation to compare if you want the full art-and-beer experience.
MugiBerry-forward, nicely sour, and still easy to drink, the collab beer 'CRACK' sounds like the kind of pour that makes you thirsty on the spot!
