Meguro Anther8's 9th Anniversary Beer "I9L" Appears at And Beer in Koenji
On April 3, at the brewpub "And Beer" in Koenji, Tokyo, the 9th anniversary beer "I9L" for the Meguro beer bar Anther8 was announced. Based on lager and using plenty of hops, this IPL can be enjoyed alongside curry and biryani.
Hop BroA 9th anniversary beer for Meguro's Anther8, "I9L," has arrived at And Beer in Koenji. It was introduced as a guest beer, so this is definitely one to watch.
MugiWhoa! Just the name I9L sounds powerful... what is it, did they pack it with anniversary-day energy?
Hop BroInside, it's an IPL style built on a lager base but with plenty of hops. It's a beer that brings together crisp drinkability and aromatic depth, giving you the best of both worlds.
MugiIs IPL like IPA's cousin? But if it has lager in it too, my brain is getting a little tangled...!
Hop BroTo put it simply, the yeast gives it a clean lager-like finish, but the hop usage is bold. And with the French hop Barbe Rouge, it apparently gets tea-like and berry-like notes, which is interesting.
MugiOh wow! Tea and berry aromas in beer? That sounds almost too stylish. It feels like something you could drink like a snack!
Hop BroWhat's more, And Beer is a brewpub in a residential area of Koenji North, and they also offer beer takeaway. Being able to drop in from midday through the evening is a big plus.
MugiWait, they even have terrace seating? Pet-friendly too? That's basically the ideal neighborhood spot... I want to stop by on a walk!
Hop BroThe food is great too. They have mustard chicken, grilled mackerel moilee, and karashi-dori, and at night you can even go for the firefly squid and shiso biryani.
MugiIf you're pairing it with spice dishes, I9L's hop aroma is definitely going to taste amazing! Curry and beer together just makes my stomach growl.
Hop BroThe appeal of this beer is that you get both the easy drinkability of lager and the fuller aromatic depth closer to IPA. If you're looking for a guest beer in Koenji, this is a very strong candidate.
MugiAlright, decision made! If we toast with curry and I9L, it's guaranteed to be a great night!
At the brewpub "And Beer" in Koenji North, Tokyo, the guest beer I9L made an appearance. According to an Instagram post, this is the 9th anniversary beer of the Meguro beer bar Anther8. The style is an IPL built on a lager base but with a generous hop presence, and it is described as having a complex aroma with notes reminiscent of tea and berries, thanks to the French hop variety "Barbe Rouge."
And Beer is a brewpub located in a residential neighborhood in Koenji North. In addition to enjoying the house-brewed beers inside, the information shared that day also showed that beer takeaway was available, suggesting an easy stop-in style from midday through the evening. The terrace seats are pet-friendly, making it an appealing place for anything from a casual drink to a meal.
The food that day included mustard chicken, grilled mackerel moilee, deep-fried eggplant, cabbage, and maitake mushrooms soaked in broth, and karashi-dori. In addition, firefly squid and shiso biryani was recommended for the evening, making it easy to imagine how well a spice-forward dish would pair with a hoppy IPL. For anyone looking for both the drinkability of lager and the aromatic depth closer to IPA, this is a beer worth noting.
At And Beer, you can enjoy a meal centered on curry and biryani together with craft beer. If you are looking for a guest beer in Koenji, this is one place to keep in mind.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA 9th anniversary beer for Meguro's Anther8, "I9L," has arrived at And Beer in Koenji. It was introduced as a guest beer, so this is definitely one to watch.
MugiWhoa! Just the name I9L sounds powerful... what is it, did they pack it with anniversary-day energy?
Hop BroInside, it's an IPL style built on a lager base but with plenty of hops. It's a beer that brings together crisp drinkability and aromatic depth, giving you the best of both worlds.
MugiIs IPL like IPA's cousin? But if it has lager in it too, my brain is getting a little tangled...!
Hop BroTo put it simply, the yeast gives it a clean lager-like finish, but the hop usage is bold. And with the French hop Barbe Rouge, it apparently gets tea-like and berry-like notes, which is interesting.
MugiOh wow! Tea and berry aromas in beer? That sounds almost too stylish. It feels like something you could drink like a snack!
Hop BroWhat's more, And Beer is a brewpub in a residential area of Koenji North, and they also offer beer takeaway. Being able to drop in from midday through the evening is a big plus.
MugiWait, they even have terrace seating? Pet-friendly too? That's basically the ideal neighborhood spot... I want to stop by on a walk!
Hop BroThe food is great too. They have mustard chicken, grilled mackerel moilee, and karashi-dori, and at night you can even go for the firefly squid and shiso biryani.
MugiIf you're pairing it with spice dishes, I9L's hop aroma is definitely going to taste amazing! Curry and beer together just makes my stomach growl.
Hop BroThe appeal of this beer is that you get both the easy drinkability of lager and the fuller aromatic depth closer to IPA. If you're looking for a guest beer in Koenji, this is a very strong candidate.
MugiAlright, decision made! If we toast with curry and I9L, it's guaranteed to be a great night!
