Choshi Beer to Open Draft-Only "Ogino Ale," Brewed with Takashi Ogino, on May 29
Choshi Beer has announced a collaboration beer, "Ogino Ale," brewed with former Chiba Lotte Marines player and current DRACI BRNO member Takashi Ogino. It is scheduled to start pouring sequentially from May 29 at two locations in Chiba City, and will be available only on draft.
Hop BroToday, it’s about the Ogino Ale announced by Choshi Beer. It’s a pretty exciting collaboration brewed together with former Chiba Lotte player Takashi Ogino.
MugiWait, they brewed it with the player himself!? The fact that they brewed it together already makes it feel extra special!
Hop BroExactly. Ogino came all the way to Choshi just before leaving for the Czech Republic and actually brewed it there. So this is a draft-only beer, which makes the places where you can drink it even more limited.
MugiSo if it’s draft-only, it won’t come in cans or bottles? Being told it’s draft exclusive suddenly makes it feel way harder to get!
Hop BroThat’s right, this time it’s only fresh beer poured at the bar. The style is amber ale, and the IBU is 28. It’s the kind with an amber color and a gentle malt richness.
MugiIBU? What’s that! I’ve heard it’s an indicator of bitterness, but seeing a number makes it feel a little like a science experiment!
Hop BroYeah, IBU is an index that shows how strong the bitterness is. At 28, it’s not aggressively bitter, but rather a drinkable bitterness that balances the malt sweetness and toasty aroma.
MugiI see! If it’s amber-colored and full-bodied, it sounds like something that would go well with a meal and make you want to sip it slowly!
Hop BroExactly. Choshi Beer also has a strong local concept of being a beer that pairs well with fish, so this one should make you want to enjoy it with food too.
MugiI’m curious about where it’s available too! Having it open sequentially at two shops in Chiba City makes me pretty jealous of anyone who can go...
Hop BroThe locations are Momocafe Tokyo Bay Makuhari Branch and WORLD BEER&DINING MIHAMA BASE. Packed with the energy of Choshi and Ogino’s story, this is a beer worth paying attention to and makes you want to go out for a drink, doesn’t it?
MugiYeah, just hearing about it makes my throat want a drink! I want to go as soon as it opens, and now I’m craving a toast with that amber-colored beer!
Choshi Beer has announced a collaboration beer, "Ogino Ale," brewed together with Takashi Ogino, former Chiba Lotte Marines player and now a member of DRACI BRNO. According to the brewery, Ogino visited Choshi just before leaving for the Czech Republic and actually brewed the beer together, making it a special release.
The product is draft-only, with taps opening sequentially from May 29. The style is amber ale, with an IBU of 28. It is presented as a beer with a beautiful amber hue, a rich malt aroma, and a full-bodied finish.
The beer will be served at the following two locations:
- Momocafe Tokyo Bay Makuhari Branch (APA Hotel & Resort Tokyo Bay Makuhari, 2-3 Hibino, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture)
- WORLD BEER&DINING MIHAMA BASE (1C, 3-11-3 Takasu, Mihama Ward, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture)
Choshi Cheers Co., Ltd., which operates Choshi Beer, is a brewery based in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture. On its official website, it highlights a logo inspired by Choshi's first sunrise of the year and a strongly local concept of "beer that pairs well with fish from Choshi." This "Ogino Ale" also deserves attention as a beer that combines the player's connection with Choshi's identity.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, it’s about the Ogino Ale announced by Choshi Beer. It’s a pretty exciting collaboration brewed together with former Chiba Lotte player Takashi Ogino.
MugiWait, they brewed it with the player himself!? The fact that they brewed it together already makes it feel extra special!
Hop BroExactly. Ogino came all the way to Choshi just before leaving for the Czech Republic and actually brewed it there. So this is a draft-only beer, which makes the places where you can drink it even more limited.
MugiSo if it’s draft-only, it won’t come in cans or bottles? Being told it’s draft exclusive suddenly makes it feel way harder to get!
Hop BroThat’s right, this time it’s only fresh beer poured at the bar. The style is amber ale, and the IBU is 28. It’s the kind with an amber color and a gentle malt richness.
MugiIBU? What’s that! I’ve heard it’s an indicator of bitterness, but seeing a number makes it feel a little like a science experiment!
Hop BroYeah, IBU is an index that shows how strong the bitterness is. At 28, it’s not aggressively bitter, but rather a drinkable bitterness that balances the malt sweetness and toasty aroma.
MugiI see! If it’s amber-colored and full-bodied, it sounds like something that would go well with a meal and make you want to sip it slowly!
Hop BroExactly. Choshi Beer also has a strong local concept of being a beer that pairs well with fish, so this one should make you want to enjoy it with food too.
MugiI’m curious about where it’s available too! Having it open sequentially at two shops in Chiba City makes me pretty jealous of anyone who can go...
Hop BroThe locations are Momocafe Tokyo Bay Makuhari Branch and WORLD BEER&DINING MIHAMA BASE. Packed with the energy of Choshi and Ogino’s story, this is a beer worth paying attention to and makes you want to go out for a drink, doesn’t it?
MugiYeah, just hearing about it makes my throat want a drink! I want to go as soon as it opens, and now I’m craving a toast with that amber-colored beer!
