Shibuya’s taki taps Swan Lake Beer’s Amber Swan Ale
Beer pub taki in Shibuya’s Sakuragaoka area tapped Swan Lake Beer’s Amber Swan Ale on September 3. The beer is described as having rich, delicate malt character from caramel malt and strong bitterness and aroma from American hops.
Hop BroShibuya's taki just tapped Amber Swan Ale today. It's from Niigata's Swan Lake Beer, and they really know how to do a classic ale.
MugiWhat! Niigata beer in Shibuya? Even the name sounds like sunset in a glass!
Hop BroThe style is Amber Ale, built on caramel malt richness and American hop bitterness right down the middle.
MugiWait, caramel malt? Does that mean they put candy in the beer? Are we drinking dessert now?
Hop BroThat's the usual mix-up. Kilned malt character gives you that toasty, caramel-like note; they're not literally melting candy into it.
MugiOhhh! So it's more toasty and light than sticky-sweet. Wow, I almost sounded like I knew what I was talking about!
Hop BroExactly. And the brewer says it still has firm bitterness and aroma, so the malt doesn't take over the whole show.
MugiWhat is that! So the hops talk loud? Like the friend who interrupts but somehow makes the party better?
Hop BroPretty much. taki rotates three taps by the keg, so catching a guest beer like this with food is half the fun.
MugiWith seasonal dishes and fresh fish, this sounds like a slow-sipping pint. Shibuya suddenly feels like a tiny trip.
Hop BroTalking about it makes me want a pint now. It's less flashy limited hype and more a straight-up ale you can really enjoy with a meal.
MugiNo more talking, I need a glass! Let's get to taki and toast to that amber glow already!
Taki is a beer pub on the 3rd floor of the Shibuya Johnson Building in Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya. On its official site, the bar says it curates Japanese craft beer and sake from across Japan, and serves its draft beer on a rotating 3-tap setup. Seasonal dishes and seafood also make it a natural place to pair food with a pint.
In an Instagram post dated September 3, the bar announced a fresh keg of Amber Swan Ale (Amber Ale) from Swan Lake Beer in Niigata. According to the brewer’s note included in the post, the beer uses caramel malt for a rich yet delicate profile with a pronounced malt flavor. American hops add strong bitterness and aroma, giving the beer a fuller, more substantial drinking impression. Its amber color also suggests a nice balance between toasted malt notes and hop presence.
This is the kind of ale that rewards a slower drink. Rather than chasing intensity, it offers a clear malt base and a defined hop edge, making it easy to match with food. For beer fans looking for a rotating draft at a Shibuya pub with a Japanese beer and sake focus, this opening is worth noting.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroShibuya's taki just tapped Amber Swan Ale today. It's from Niigata's Swan Lake Beer, and they really know how to do a classic ale.
MugiWhat! Niigata beer in Shibuya? Even the name sounds like sunset in a glass!
Hop BroThe style is Amber Ale, built on caramel malt richness and American hop bitterness right down the middle.
MugiWait, caramel malt? Does that mean they put candy in the beer? Are we drinking dessert now?
Hop BroThat's the usual mix-up. Kilned malt character gives you that toasty, caramel-like note; they're not literally melting candy into it.
MugiOhhh! So it's more toasty and light than sticky-sweet. Wow, I almost sounded like I knew what I was talking about!
Hop BroExactly. And the brewer says it still has firm bitterness and aroma, so the malt doesn't take over the whole show.
MugiWhat is that! So the hops talk loud? Like the friend who interrupts but somehow makes the party better?
Hop BroPretty much. taki rotates three taps by the keg, so catching a guest beer like this with food is half the fun.
MugiWith seasonal dishes and fresh fish, this sounds like a slow-sipping pint. Shibuya suddenly feels like a tiny trip.
Hop BroTalking about it makes me want a pint now. It's less flashy limited hype and more a straight-up ale you can really enjoy with a meal.
MugiNo more talking, I need a glass! Let's get to taki and toast to that amber glow already!
