CRAFT BEER BASE leaf Releases 5/14 Tap List: 10 House Brews and 5 Guest Beers
CRAFT BEER BASE leaf, the beer pub in Grand Green Osaka, Osaka, has announced its tap list for May 14. Alongside 10 original house brews, five guest beers from Sierra Nevada, Y.Market Brewing, and others are on the lineup, along with food pairings to enjoy.
Hop BroToday's topic is CRAFT BEER BASE leaf on the 2nd floor of the North Building at Grand Green Osaka in Osaka. The 5/14 tap list is out, with 10 house brews plus 5 guest beers for a total of 15 taps.
MugiWait, a total of 15 taps!? With that many on the board, my head would turn to foam before I could even choose!
Hop BroAnd the house brews are interesting too. leaf's lineup of 10 unique beers ranges widely, from herb-forward styles like Saison with Sage & Lemongrass and LAVENDER & CHAMOMILE to roast-driven beers.
MugiSaison with sage? So that's a beer with herbs in it? Doesn't that suddenly make beer feel more like a salad?
Hop BroThat's a good point. Using herbs for aroma makes it easier to pair with food. Sage and lemongrass add brightness, while lavender and chamomile leave a fragrant finish.
MugiI see! So what about the guest beers? Just hearing "five guest beers" gets me excited!
Hop BroThe guests are strong too. From Sierra Nevada's Summerfest to Y.Market Brewing's BEER-TEX #1.3 Rainy Jacket and Matsue Beer Hurn's Midoriyui Beer Stout, they've got everything from light and crisp to rich and full-bodied.
MugiWait a second, stouts make me think of something dark and bitter, but is a milk stout sweet?
Hop BroExactly. A milk stout tends to have a smoother, rounder texture thanks to lactose. Pair that with the limited dish Evil Yangnyeom Chicken, and the sweet-spicy character and roasted notes work really well together.
MugiWhoa, black beer with yangnyeom chicken sounds amazing! And with business hours from 11:00 to 23:00, you can really drink from lunch onward. That's unfair!
Hop BroWhat's more, leaf has always pushed the "CRAFT BEER WITH FOOD" idea, so it's great that the whole concept is built around drinking with food, not just drinking alone. If you're doing a draft-beer tasting in Umeda, this is a strong contender.
MugiIt's settled! I've already booked the tasting and pairing in my head! I want to go soon and take on all 15 taps ourselves!
5/14 Tap List
At CRAFT BEER BASE leaf, located on the 2nd floor of Grand Green Osaka North Building in Osaka, the tap list for May 14 has been released. Business hours are 11:00-23:00, with food last order at 22:00 and drinks last order at 22:00. Inside the shop, a total of 15 taps can be enjoyed, combining house-brewed beers and guest beers.
House Brews Are Full of Character
There are 10 slots for original beers. The lineup includes leaf (Saison with Sage & Lemongrass), BLONDE, PALE ALE, LAVENDER & CHAMOMILE, Wu-Xiang Red Ale, English IPA, Super Delic, Red Ale, and Xmas Ale. From herbs and spices to hops and roasted notes, the range of flavors is wide, making it easy to choose beers that pair well with food.
Five Guest Beers Expand the Range
The guest lineup includes Sierra Nevada's Summerfest, Our Brewing's Yuzu Dragon, Hidenji Beer from Miyazaki's Shin-kan no Pale Ale, Y.Market Brewing's BEER-TEX #1.3 Rainy Jacket, and Matsue Beer Hurn's Midoriyui Beer Stout. From pilsner to sake yeast ale, pale ale, IPA, and milk stout, the selection is broad, offering options from a light, refreshing pour to a more substantial beer.
Food Pairings Are Also a Highlight
The post also introduces a limited food item, "Evil Yangnyeom Chicken." The sweet-spicy flavor of the yangnyeom invites pairings with beers that have roasted malt notes or a solid bitterness. leaf was originally built around the concept of "CRAFT BEER WITH FOOD," so it naturally feels designed not just for beer alone, but for drinking alongside a meal.
If you're in the Umeda area and want to enjoy draft beer comparisons and food pairings all in one place, this is a spot worth checking out.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's topic is CRAFT BEER BASE leaf on the 2nd floor of the North Building at Grand Green Osaka in Osaka. The 5/14 tap list is out, with 10 house brews plus 5 guest beers for a total of 15 taps.
MugiWait, a total of 15 taps!? With that many on the board, my head would turn to foam before I could even choose!
Hop BroAnd the house brews are interesting too. leaf's lineup of 10 unique beers ranges widely, from herb-forward styles like Saison with Sage & Lemongrass and LAVENDER & CHAMOMILE to roast-driven beers.
MugiSaison with sage? So that's a beer with herbs in it? Doesn't that suddenly make beer feel more like a salad?
Hop BroThat's a good point. Using herbs for aroma makes it easier to pair with food. Sage and lemongrass add brightness, while lavender and chamomile leave a fragrant finish.
MugiI see! So what about the guest beers? Just hearing "five guest beers" gets me excited!
Hop BroThe guests are strong too. From Sierra Nevada's Summerfest to Y.Market Brewing's BEER-TEX #1.3 Rainy Jacket and Matsue Beer Hurn's Midoriyui Beer Stout, they've got everything from light and crisp to rich and full-bodied.
MugiWait a second, stouts make me think of something dark and bitter, but is a milk stout sweet?
Hop BroExactly. A milk stout tends to have a smoother, rounder texture thanks to lactose. Pair that with the limited dish Evil Yangnyeom Chicken, and the sweet-spicy character and roasted notes work really well together.
MugiWhoa, black beer with yangnyeom chicken sounds amazing! And with business hours from 11:00 to 23:00, you can really drink from lunch onward. That's unfair!
Hop BroWhat's more, leaf has always pushed the "CRAFT BEER WITH FOOD" idea, so it's great that the whole concept is built around drinking with food, not just drinking alone. If you're doing a draft-beer tasting in Umeda, this is a strong contender.
MugiIt's settled! I've already booked the tasting and pairing in my head! I want to go soon and take on all 15 taps ourselves!
