And Beer in Koenji recommends fruit ale “Sumomomo” on Aug. 8
Koenji brewpub And Beer posted its Aug. 8 service update. The featured drink is “Sumomomo,” a fruit ale made with Oishi Wase plums, alongside dishes such as shrimp biryani and pork vindaloo, with lunch through dinner service available.
Hop BroAND BEER in Koenji has a plum fruit ale taking center stage today. It's called 'Sumomomo,' and the name alone already pulls you in.
MugiWhat! It sounds like a tongue twister name and a beer at the same time? I feel like I'd trip over the order before I even get a sip!
Hop BroAnd they're using Oishi Wase plums for it. That should bring not just sweetness, but a clean bright acidity too, so it's a really promising fruit ale.
MugiWhoa, but what does clean bright acidity even mean? How is that different from just being sour?
Hop BroIt's less of a sharp punch and more of a quick, lively lift when it hits your mouth. Add fermentation esters on top, and you get a juicy aromatic finish.
MugiEsters?! So that's basically aroma from fermentation? That got science-y fast, but you mean the plum smell blooms out nicely, right?
Hop BroExactly. AND BEER is especially strong when you pair it with spiced food too. They've got shrimp biryani, and the pork vindaloo is being recommended.
MugiNo way, shrimp biryani too? That's absolutely a hype combo with beer! And the bonito tataki rice with achar is only available for the last time that day, right?
Hop BroYep, and they're open from lunch to night: lunch is 11:30 to 15:00, dinner is 17:00 to 22:00, with an idle break from 15:00 to 17:00. They even take reservations for one, so it's easy to drop in.
MugiThat's it, I'm sold! I want to grab a glass of Sumomomo by the tracks in Koenji and shovel down some vindaloo. This is the kind of lineup that makes both of us want a drink!
And Beer, the brewpub on the elevated tracks in Koenji, shared its service update for Aug. 8. Lunch runs from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the idle period is 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and dinner is served from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Reservations are accepted for parties of one or more, so it is an easy stop for a casual beer break.
The featured drink of the day is “Sumomomo,” a fruit ale made with Oishi Wase plums. In the post, And Beer highlights it as the recommended beverage for the day. For beer fans looking for a fruit-forward option, it is the most notable glass in the lineup.
On the food side, the brewery is serving a large batch of shrimp biryani, and the bonito tataki achar rice is listed as the last day for that dish. Four curry options are available, with pork vindaloo recommended. It is a classic And Beer update: house beer, spice-led dishes, and a relaxed brewpub rhythm from lunch to late evening.
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Hop BroAND BEER in Koenji has a plum fruit ale taking center stage today. It's called 'Sumomomo,' and the name alone already pulls you in.
MugiWhat! It sounds like a tongue twister name and a beer at the same time? I feel like I'd trip over the order before I even get a sip!
Hop BroAnd they're using Oishi Wase plums for it. That should bring not just sweetness, but a clean bright acidity too, so it's a really promising fruit ale.
MugiWhoa, but what does clean bright acidity even mean? How is that different from just being sour?
Hop BroIt's less of a sharp punch and more of a quick, lively lift when it hits your mouth. Add fermentation esters on top, and you get a juicy aromatic finish.
MugiEsters?! So that's basically aroma from fermentation? That got science-y fast, but you mean the plum smell blooms out nicely, right?
Hop BroExactly. AND BEER is especially strong when you pair it with spiced food too. They've got shrimp biryani, and the pork vindaloo is being recommended.
MugiNo way, shrimp biryani too? That's absolutely a hype combo with beer! And the bonito tataki rice with achar is only available for the last time that day, right?
Hop BroYep, and they're open from lunch to night: lunch is 11:30 to 15:00, dinner is 17:00 to 22:00, with an idle break from 15:00 to 17:00. They even take reservations for one, so it's easy to drop in.
MugiThat's it, I'm sold! I want to grab a glass of Sumomomo by the tracks in Koenji and shovel down some vindaloo. This is the kind of lineup that makes both of us want a drink!
