Shonan Beer tap takeover announced at Bankan in Koenji for July 25-26
Bankan, a beer pub in Koenji, will host a Shonan Beer tap takeover on Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26. The venue describes it as a summer tradition held for four consecutive years, offering a chance to enjoy Kumazawa Brewery's fresh, unfiltered beer in one place.
Hop BroThis weekend, Mangan in Koenji South is hosting a Shonan Beer Tap Takeover.
MugiWait, a tap takeover sounds like the bar is getting invaded!?
Hop BroA very peaceful invasion. It means one brewery takes over the taps, so it's easy to compare beers side by side.
MugiOhhh! But who actually makes Shonan Beer? Is Mangan suddenly blowing in ocean breeze?
Hop BroKumazawa Shuzo makes the beer, and Mangan is the venue. It's also the fourth summer in a row, so it's basically a Koenji seasonal tradition now.
MugiWhat is that, though? The article said unfiltered and unpasteurized, and suddenly I feel like I'm in science class!
Hop BroSimple version: they don't filter or heat it too hard, so the yeast stays alive. That keeps it fresher and makes the aroma pop more.
MugiWait, the yeast is alive? So it's still working in the glass? Now I kind of want to cheer for it!
Hop BroPretty much. And on draft, you really notice the light, easy mouthfeel and that just-poured definition, which brings out Shonan Beer's refreshing side.
MugiI've heard Mangan is great with food too, so this might be the perfect reason to drink in Koenji!
Hop BroIf they pour everything from easygoing standards to seasonal expressions, I want a pint right now. You get the whole range of the brand, and draft is absolutely the first move.
MugiThen it's settled! On July 25 and 26, my first glass is Shonan Beer for sure!
A weekend focused on Shonan Beer in Koenji
Bankan, a beer pub in Koenji, will hold a Shonan Beer Tap Takeover on Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26. The venue describes the event as one of its summer traditions and says it will be the fourth consecutive year, making this a weekend centered on the beers of Kumazawa Brewery.
Shonan Beer is Kumazawa Brewery's unfiltered, unpasteurized brand, known for its fresh character with living yeast. On draft, its light body and aroma come through clearly, which is exactly why it fits a tap takeover format so well. Drinking it in a beer pub setting should make the brand's crisp, clean profile even easier to appreciate.
Bankan offers an easygoing place to pair beer with food in the atmosphere of Koenji. A tap takeover devoted to a single brewery makes it easier to see the range within one brand, from approachable classics to more seasonal expressions. If you are looking for a clear reason to head to Koenji for craft beer that weekend, this Shonan Beer event is an easy one to follow.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThis weekend, Mangan in Koenji South is hosting a Shonan Beer Tap Takeover.
MugiWait, a tap takeover sounds like the bar is getting invaded!?
Hop BroA very peaceful invasion. It means one brewery takes over the taps, so it's easy to compare beers side by side.
MugiOhhh! But who actually makes Shonan Beer? Is Mangan suddenly blowing in ocean breeze?
Hop BroKumazawa Shuzo makes the beer, and Mangan is the venue. It's also the fourth summer in a row, so it's basically a Koenji seasonal tradition now.
MugiWhat is that, though? The article said unfiltered and unpasteurized, and suddenly I feel like I'm in science class!
Hop BroSimple version: they don't filter or heat it too hard, so the yeast stays alive. That keeps it fresher and makes the aroma pop more.
MugiWait, the yeast is alive? So it's still working in the glass? Now I kind of want to cheer for it!
Hop BroPretty much. And on draft, you really notice the light, easy mouthfeel and that just-poured definition, which brings out Shonan Beer's refreshing side.
MugiI've heard Mangan is great with food too, so this might be the perfect reason to drink in Koenji!
Hop BroIf they pour everything from easygoing standards to seasonal expressions, I want a pint right now. You get the whole range of the brand, and draft is absolutely the first move.
MugiThen it's settled! On July 25 and 26, my first glass is Shonan Beer for sure!
