Noroshi Brewing's 1st Anniversary Tap Takeover at Craft Beer 2mugi in Akihabara
Craft Beer 2mugi (Chiyoda, Tokyo) will hold a tap takeover celebrating Noroshi Brewing's first anniversary from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on May 5. In addition to five draft beers, there will be a limited bottle pour, a small event around 7:00 p.m., and shiitake mushroom dishes.
Hop BroAt Craft Beer 2mugi in Akihabara, there will be a tap takeover celebrating Noroshi Brewing's 1st anniversary. It's from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on May 5, so it's nice that you can take your time tasting on a holiday.
MugiHuh, is a tap takeover really that special? Does it mean the whole beer lineup at the shop becomes Noroshi Brewing?
Hop BroExactly. This time it's a setup with five draft beers plus bottle service. The lineup of California Common, India Black Lager, American Pale Ale, Saison, and IPA really shows the brand's range, so they're putting a lot into it.
MugiOh wow. But names like California Common and India Black Lager are already a little confusing... What's the difference?
Hop BroTo put it simply, California Common leans amber, with a toasty character, while India Black Lager is dark but still crisp like a lager. Add in the hop punch of American Pale Ale, the dryness of Saison, and the aroma explosion of IPA, and the differences become really clear when you taste them side by side.
MugiWhat! So their personalities are that different in just one day. And there's even a Brett Kinkan Saison too? That name alone sounds powerful!
Hop BroThat's the fun part. Brett brings out a wild-yeast kind of nuance, and when you add the aroma of kinkan, the bottled beer's personality really stands out. With five draft beers plus one bottle beer, it feels like a little curveball in the middle of the party, which is fun.
MugiThat sounds great! And it's not just beer, the shiitake dishes are interesting too. Butter-soy grilled mushrooms sound like an absolute winner.
Hop BroThe menu using shiitake from Irie Farm is designed to layer umami flavors. The richness of butter soy and the synergy of savory flavors in things like shiitake and olive paste go well with Saison and IPA too.
MugiAnd there's even a small event around 7:00 p.m., right? If there are prizes for merchandise, it's the kind of thing where you drink, get hyped, and then scream even louder if you win!
Hop BroThe shop's style is also very 2mugi, with a counter-centered layout that's easy for standing drinks, and the cash-on setup makes it easy to pop in and out. Since the lineup is chosen by the owner, a Doemens-certified beer sommelier, it's perfect for a day of settling in and drinking in Akihabara.
MugiI already completely want to go! From the afternoon through the evening on a holiday, I want to taste, eat, and then celebrate Noroshi Brewing's first year together.
Hop BroRight? This is definitely a toast in Akihabara kind of event. If we go back and forth between the five taps and the bottle pours, take a break with some shiitake dishes, by the end we'll both probably already be looking for the next drink.
A Day to Celebrate Noroshi Brewing's Anniversary
At the beer pub "Craft Beer 2mugi" in the Akihabara area, a tap takeover will be held on the holiday of May 5 to mark Noroshi Brewing's first anniversary. Business hours are from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The interior is centered around a counter and has a casual setup that also allows standing drinking, with a standing and cash-on style.
The Lineup for the Day
The draft selection for the day features five taps that showcase Noroshi Brewing's character. The beers on offer are California Common, India Black Lager, American Pale Ale, Saison, and IPA. As a commemorative beer to celebrate the anniversary, the lineup clearly shows the breadth of styles.
In addition, Brett Kinkan Saison will be offered as a bottle pour by the glass. Adding one bottled beer to the five draft beers broadens the enjoyment of tasting side by side. Event pricing is set at 1,000 yen for 320 ml, 1,500 yen for a 473 ml pint, and 1,000 yen for a 180 ml bottle pour.
Food and How to Spend the Day
Food will include menu items made with shiitake mushrooms delivered from Irie Farm. Options such as butter-soy grilled mushrooms and a paste that brings out the savory flavor of shiitake and olives are easy to pair with beer. Around 7:00 p.m., a small event with a chance to win original Noroshi Brewing merchandise is also planned.
Craft Beer 2mugi is a beer pub known for a lineup selected by its owner, who is a Doemens-certified beer sommelier, and it sells not only draft beer but also cans and bottles. From the afternoon through the evening on a holiday, it offers exactly the kind of setup suited to spending a long time tasting beers carefully in Akihabara.
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Hop BroAt Craft Beer 2mugi in Akihabara, there will be a tap takeover celebrating Noroshi Brewing's 1st anniversary. It's from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on May 5, so it's nice that you can take your time tasting on a holiday.
MugiHuh, is a tap takeover really that special? Does it mean the whole beer lineup at the shop becomes Noroshi Brewing?
Hop BroExactly. This time it's a setup with five draft beers plus bottle service. The lineup of California Common, India Black Lager, American Pale Ale, Saison, and IPA really shows the brand's range, so they're putting a lot into it.
MugiOh wow. But names like California Common and India Black Lager are already a little confusing... What's the difference?
Hop BroTo put it simply, California Common leans amber, with a toasty character, while India Black Lager is dark but still crisp like a lager. Add in the hop punch of American Pale Ale, the dryness of Saison, and the aroma explosion of IPA, and the differences become really clear when you taste them side by side.
MugiWhat! So their personalities are that different in just one day. And there's even a Brett Kinkan Saison too? That name alone sounds powerful!
Hop BroThat's the fun part. Brett brings out a wild-yeast kind of nuance, and when you add the aroma of kinkan, the bottled beer's personality really stands out. With five draft beers plus one bottle beer, it feels like a little curveball in the middle of the party, which is fun.
MugiThat sounds great! And it's not just beer, the shiitake dishes are interesting too. Butter-soy grilled mushrooms sound like an absolute winner.
Hop BroThe menu using shiitake from Irie Farm is designed to layer umami flavors. The richness of butter soy and the synergy of savory flavors in things like shiitake and olive paste go well with Saison and IPA too.
MugiAnd there's even a small event around 7:00 p.m., right? If there are prizes for merchandise, it's the kind of thing where you drink, get hyped, and then scream even louder if you win!
Hop BroThe shop's style is also very 2mugi, with a counter-centered layout that's easy for standing drinks, and the cash-on setup makes it easy to pop in and out. Since the lineup is chosen by the owner, a Doemens-certified beer sommelier, it's perfect for a day of settling in and drinking in Akihabara.
MugiI already completely want to go! From the afternoon through the evening on a holiday, I want to taste, eat, and then celebrate Noroshi Brewing's first year together.
Hop BroRight? This is definitely a toast in Akihabara kind of event. If we go back and forth between the five taps and the bottle pours, take a break with some shiitake dishes, by the end we'll both probably already be looking for the next drink.
