café&beer Aruka→Aruka Opens 9 Taps Centered on Osaka Locals on April 27
The beer pub café&beer Aruka→Aruka in Namba Sennichimae, Osaka, has announced its tap list. The lineup features nine taps centered on Osaka breweries, offering a broad range from hazy and wit to stout and pilsner.
Hop BroThe Namba Sennichimae beer pub, café&beer Aruka→Aruka, is rolling out nine taps centered on Osaka locals on April 27.
MugiWhoa! A 9-tap lineup? That’s basically a tasting showdown right there!
Hop BroExactly, and the first pour is 13 Red Ale / Session Red IPA, a collaboration between Aruka→Aruka and One's Brewery.
MugiWhat does “session” mean? Session Red IPA sounds strong, but is it actually light?
Hop BroSimply put, it prioritizes drinkability by keeping the alcohol down while still leaving in the roasty character of red malt and the hop presence you’d expect from an IPA.
MugiGot it! Then next I’m curious about Ikeda Mikan Wit. Anything with mikan has to be delicious!
Hop BroSince it’s CRAFT BEER BASE’s Belgian witbier, it has the soft wheat body plus bright citrus notes, so it pairs easily with food.
MugiThen what does Sake Ale mean? It feels like beer and sake suddenly shook hands and confused me!
Hop BroManri no Haru Sake Brewery’s Sake Ale is, as the name suggests, a beer with sake-like nuances, and twists like this are what make the Osaka local scene interesting.
MugiAnd with Hazy IPA, O-saru IPA, and STOUT all there too, it’s amazing how bold and reassuring this lineup is at the same time!
Hop BroIt’s nice that PUNK IPA and Heartland are there at the end too. In the middle of such a strongly local lineup, being able to return to a familiar beer at the finish is really thoughtful.
MugiAnd if they even have house-made liver pâté and fried chicken cartilage, then this is no longer just one quick drink in Ura-Namba - you’re definitely staying a while!
Hop BroExactly. Today I’m in the mood to go for the happiness of food and beer all at once. Want to have a toast in Namba?
The beer pub café&beer Aruka→Aruka in Osaka’s Namba Sennichimae has announced its tap list. This time it’s a nine-tap lineup built around Osaka local beers, with everything from local brewery pours to standard imported labels. For anyone in the Ura-Namba area who wants to enjoy craft beer with a meal, this is a lineup worth keeping an eye on.
Today's Lineup
- 13 Red Ale / Session Red IPA / Aruka→Aruka x One's Brewery
- Ikeda Mikan Wit / Belgian style witbier / CRAFT BEER BASE
- Sake Ale / Sake Ale / Manri no Haru Sake Brewery
- Hazy IPA / MARCA BREWING
- O-saru IPA / IPA / Minoh Beer
- Pilsener / MARCA BREWING
- STOUT / Minoh Beer
- PUNK IPA / IPA / BrewDog Brewing
- Heartland / Pilsner / Kirin Beer
What stands out in particular is Aruka→Aruka x One's Brewery's “13 Red Ale / Session Red IPA.” It has the feel of a collaboration that only a local shop could do, and it’s the kind of beer that makes you want to start with it first. Following that are CRAFT BEER BASE’s citrus-leaning “Ikeda Mikan Wit,” Manri no Haru Sake Brewery’s “Sake Ale,” MARCA BREWING’s “Hazy IPA” and “Pilsener,” and Minoh Beer’s “O-saru IPA” and “STOUT.” With breweries from across Osaka all lined up, it makes for a fun tasting comparison.
As for the imported side, “PUNK IPA” is also on the list, and “Heartland” closes things out, so even within a tap list with a strong local character, there’s a familiar beer in the mix too, which is practical. The food menu includes house-made liver pâté, conger pike confit, marinated bonito, and fried chicken cartilage, so the snacks that pair with beer are well covered too. It’s a place in Namba worth remembering for anyone who wants to casually enjoy everything from a single drink to a full meal.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe Namba Sennichimae beer pub, café&beer Aruka→Aruka, is rolling out nine taps centered on Osaka locals on April 27.
MugiWhoa! A 9-tap lineup? That’s basically a tasting showdown right there!
Hop BroExactly, and the first pour is 13 Red Ale / Session Red IPA, a collaboration between Aruka→Aruka and One's Brewery.
MugiWhat does “session” mean? Session Red IPA sounds strong, but is it actually light?
Hop BroSimply put, it prioritizes drinkability by keeping the alcohol down while still leaving in the roasty character of red malt and the hop presence you’d expect from an IPA.
MugiGot it! Then next I’m curious about Ikeda Mikan Wit. Anything with mikan has to be delicious!
Hop BroSince it’s CRAFT BEER BASE’s Belgian witbier, it has the soft wheat body plus bright citrus notes, so it pairs easily with food.
MugiThen what does Sake Ale mean? It feels like beer and sake suddenly shook hands and confused me!
Hop BroManri no Haru Sake Brewery’s Sake Ale is, as the name suggests, a beer with sake-like nuances, and twists like this are what make the Osaka local scene interesting.
MugiAnd with Hazy IPA, O-saru IPA, and STOUT all there too, it’s amazing how bold and reassuring this lineup is at the same time!
Hop BroIt’s nice that PUNK IPA and Heartland are there at the end too. In the middle of such a strongly local lineup, being able to return to a familiar beer at the finish is really thoughtful.
MugiAnd if they even have house-made liver pâté and fried chicken cartilage, then this is no longer just one quick drink in Ura-Namba - you’re definitely staying a while!
Hop BroExactly. Today I’m in the mood to go for the happiness of food and beer all at once. Want to have a toast in Namba?
