Shonan Gold tapped at Beer&Cafe Hafen, with Black Label and Draft Guinness too
Beer&Cafe Hafen in Esaka, Osaka, announced in a May 1 post that it had tapped Sankt Gallen's "Shonan Gold." Black Label and Draft Guinness are also on the regular lineup, and future picks from Ise Kadoya Beer and HINO BREWING have been teased as well.
Hop BroAt Beer&Cafe Hafen in Esaka, Shonan Gold has been tapped. It's a Sankt Gallen fruit beer, and it's perfect for the seasonal transition.
MugiWow! Shonan Gold already sounds delicious! Is it orange-like? Sweet like juice?
Hop BroThat's what makes it interesting: it balances citrus aroma and drinkability. The key is that it doesn't lean too hard into sweetness, but stays together as a proper beer.
MugiReally? Fruit beer isn't just sweet? So balance really matters that much?
Hop BroExactly. When you bring out the fruit aroma while keeping the malt structure intact, it tightens right up. That's what makes it a fruit beer with real body.
MugiOhh! And today's taps also have Black Label and Guinness too, so it suddenly feels really reassuring!
Hop BroIt's a great lineup. Beer&Cafe Hafen's Today Taps beer looks like Shonan Gold, American Amber Lager from Ohyama G Beer, Tengu Groove from NOM CRAFT BREWING, Black Label, and Draft Guinness.
MugiWhoa, that tap list is way too luxurious! It's great that you can choose from light to hearty depending on your mood!
Hop BroAnd as for what's next, Ise Kadoya Beer is also on deck. Mugi no Manimani, Nikukyuu IPA, and HINO BREWING's Gold Ban! are waiting, so the rotation should be fun to watch.
MugiWait, now I'm already curious about the next round too! I want to stop by after a walk, and if it's near Esaka Park, I can just drop in casually!
Hop BroExactly. The counter-focused setup makes it easy to really focus on each glass, and it feels like the kind of place you want to check out in Esaka. Starting with Shonan Gold and finishing with Guinness is definitely the kind of flow that makes you want to go.
MugiYeah, this was totally an article that makes you want to go out for drinks! I want to say, "I'll start with the Shonan Gold, please!"
Beer&Cafe Hafen, located in Esaka-cho, Suita City, Osaka, is a beer pub known for its wide selection of draft and bottled beers. In its May 1 post, it announced the tap opening of Sankt Gallen's "Shonan Gold" as a new fruit beer addition.
"Shonan Gold" is a beer that highlights the bright aroma of orange while avoiding excessive sweetness, retaining a satisfying beer character. The post also emphasizes its citrus aroma and well-balanced profile, making it an easy choice as the weather starts to feel more like summer.
The following beers were listed on the day's Today Taps beer lineup:
- Shonan Gold / Sankt Gallen
- American Amber Lager / Ohyama G Beer
- Tengu Groove / NOM CRAFT BREWING
- Black Label / Sapporo Breweries
- Draft Guinness / Guinness
The post also introduced the following beers under Next!!:
- Mugi no Manimani / Ise Kadoya Beer
- Nikukyuu IPA / Ise Kadoya Beer
- Gold Ban! / HINO BREWING
Beer&Cafe Hafen is a small, counter-focused bar with an atmosphere that makes it ideal for taking your time over each glass. Visits of three or more people are recommended to reserve in advance, and it works just as well for dropping in solo as it does for settling in with a few friends. Its location near Esaka Park also makes it a convenient stop after a walk, perfect for enjoying the changing tap lineup.
This post matched the seasonal transition, offering a view from a bright citrusy pour to classic dark beer staples, and even the next wave of domestic craft options. If you're drinking beer in Esaka, this is a tap list worth checking first.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Beer&Cafe Hafen in Esaka, Shonan Gold has been tapped. It's a Sankt Gallen fruit beer, and it's perfect for the seasonal transition.
MugiWow! Shonan Gold already sounds delicious! Is it orange-like? Sweet like juice?
Hop BroThat's what makes it interesting: it balances citrus aroma and drinkability. The key is that it doesn't lean too hard into sweetness, but stays together as a proper beer.
MugiReally? Fruit beer isn't just sweet? So balance really matters that much?
Hop BroExactly. When you bring out the fruit aroma while keeping the malt structure intact, it tightens right up. That's what makes it a fruit beer with real body.
MugiOhh! And today's taps also have Black Label and Guinness too, so it suddenly feels really reassuring!
Hop BroIt's a great lineup. Beer&Cafe Hafen's Today Taps beer looks like Shonan Gold, American Amber Lager from Ohyama G Beer, Tengu Groove from NOM CRAFT BREWING, Black Label, and Draft Guinness.
MugiWhoa, that tap list is way too luxurious! It's great that you can choose from light to hearty depending on your mood!
Hop BroAnd as for what's next, Ise Kadoya Beer is also on deck. Mugi no Manimani, Nikukyuu IPA, and HINO BREWING's Gold Ban! are waiting, so the rotation should be fun to watch.
MugiWait, now I'm already curious about the next round too! I want to stop by after a walk, and if it's near Esaka Park, I can just drop in casually!
Hop BroExactly. The counter-focused setup makes it easy to really focus on each glass, and it feels like the kind of place you want to check out in Esaka. Starting with Shonan Gold and finishing with Guinness is definitely the kind of flow that makes you want to go.
MugiYeah, this was totally an article that makes you want to go out for drinks! I want to say, "I'll start with the Shonan Gold, please!"
