Two Olla anniversary beers pour at And Beer in Koenji
And Beer, the brewpub in Koenji, served two anniversary guest beers from Olla, the sister venue in Asagaya: SAL SAL and PICO PICO. The pair offers a side-by-side look at a fruit saison and a fruit lager in a relaxed all-day setting.
Hop BroToday’s topic is AND BEER in Koenji, where they poured two anniversary beers for their sister shop olla’s third year. SAL SAL and PICO PICO already sound like they came to party.
MugiWhat! Those names are adorable. So what are they exactly? Are we talking juice vibes, or proper beer beer?
Hop BroProper beer, for sure. SAL SAL is a Fruit Saison at 5.0% ABV, inspired by a margarita with Mexican lime and salt for a super refreshing profile.
MugiHold on, what’s a saison? You dropped that so casually I felt like I accidentally entered a craft beer exam.
Hop BroA saison is basically a light, aromatic style. It sounds technical, but here it just means SAL SAL stays easy to drink while the lime and gentle saltiness pop.
MugiOoh, got it! Then what about PICO PICO? That name sounds like an old game console, not something you drink!
Hop BroNo cartridges involved. PICO PICO is a Fruit Lager at 3.9% ABV, modeled after a michelada with lemon, chili, black pepper, and salt.
MugiWait, chili in beer!? My throat just got nervous on instinct. But since it’s a lager, does it still go down easy?
Hop BroExactly. It has that crisp lager base, so the spice shows up clearly without getting heavy. Comparing the sour, salty, citrusy, and spicy edges sounds like half the fun.
MugiThat rules! With all-day service, I could try both in the afternoon and then pair them with curry or biryani later at night.
Hop BroThat pairing makes a lot of sense. SAL SAL would lift the food, and PICO PICO feels made for spice-forward dishes. Plus, takeout is available, so you don’t even have to stop at one round.
Hop BroThis is absolutely a need-a-flight-now situation. I want SAL SAL’s zippy lime first, then PICO PICO’s spicy kick on the terrace as soon as possible.
Guest beers from Olla
On Thursday, June 18, And Beer in Koenji featured two guest beers made for the 3rd anniversary of Olla, its sister venue in Asagaya: `SAL SAL` and `PICO PICO`. Both beers are built around Mexican cocktail inspiration and lean into fruit, citrus, salt, and spice.
`SAL SAL` is a `Fruit Saison` at `ABV 5.0%`. It is modeled after a margarita and uses Mexican lime and salt, giving it a bright citrus edge with a crisp saline finish. `PICO PICO` is a `Fruit Lager` at `ABV 3.9%`, inspired by a michelada and brewed with lemon, chili, black pepper, and salt. It keeps the easy-drinking character of a lager while adding a clear spicy accent.
A Koenji brewpub that works all day
And Beer is a brewpub in Koenji, Tokyo, and the June 18 service ran from 11:30 to 22:00 straight through the day. Beer takeaway was available from 10:00 to 22:00, with options for PET bottles, plastic cups, and growlers.
The terrace is pet-friendly, including dogs and cats, which fits the venue’s casual atmosphere. The post also pointed to biryani and curry as natural food pairings, making the two guest beers easy to imagine alongside a full meal. `SAL SAL` brings lime and salt that can sharpen richer dishes, while `PICO PICO` adds citrus and spice that should work well with curry and other savory plates.
For beer drinkers, the appeal is straightforward: two anniversary beers, two different styles, and a brewpub setting that makes it easy to stay for lunch, dinner, or a takeaway pour. It is the kind of lineup that invites comparison rather than hype, with the focus squarely on flavor and drinkability.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s topic is AND BEER in Koenji, where they poured two anniversary beers for their sister shop olla’s third year. SAL SAL and PICO PICO already sound like they came to party.
MugiWhat! Those names are adorable. So what are they exactly? Are we talking juice vibes, or proper beer beer?
Hop BroProper beer, for sure. SAL SAL is a Fruit Saison at 5.0% ABV, inspired by a margarita with Mexican lime and salt for a super refreshing profile.
MugiHold on, what’s a saison? You dropped that so casually I felt like I accidentally entered a craft beer exam.
Hop BroA saison is basically a light, aromatic style. It sounds technical, but here it just means SAL SAL stays easy to drink while the lime and gentle saltiness pop.
MugiOoh, got it! Then what about PICO PICO? That name sounds like an old game console, not something you drink!
Hop BroNo cartridges involved. PICO PICO is a Fruit Lager at 3.9% ABV, modeled after a michelada with lemon, chili, black pepper, and salt.
MugiWait, chili in beer!? My throat just got nervous on instinct. But since it’s a lager, does it still go down easy?
Hop BroExactly. It has that crisp lager base, so the spice shows up clearly without getting heavy. Comparing the sour, salty, citrusy, and spicy edges sounds like half the fun.
MugiThat rules! With all-day service, I could try both in the afternoon and then pair them with curry or biryani later at night.
Hop BroThat pairing makes a lot of sense. SAL SAL would lift the food, and PICO PICO feels made for spice-forward dishes. Plus, takeout is available, so you don’t even have to stop at one round.
Hop BroThis is absolutely a need-a-flight-now situation. I want SAL SAL’s zippy lime first, then PICO PICO’s spicy kick on the terrace as soon as possible.
