Grow Brew House’s R122 Arrives at Entrance to Beer NOVICE, with Five Draft Beers on Offer
Kawagoe beer pub Entrance to Beer NOVICE has newly tapped Grow Brew House’s IPA "R122." The lineup includes five draft beers with ties to Saitama, such as Chichibu Beer’s stout and WILLIAMS Brewery’s session IPA.
Hop BroAt Entrance to Beer NOVICE in Kawagoe, Grow Brew House’s IPA R122 has been newly tapped.
MugiWhoa! R122 sounds like some kind of secret weapon!
Hop BroAnd it’s a full-bodied IPA at ABV 8.5%, with a strong malt presence and a dry finish that brings out the bitterness.
MugiDry? What does that mean? So, is it not a sweet beer?
Hop BroIn simple terms, it means the finish isn’t sticky, so it has a clean, crisp drinkability. The hop aroma is backed up properly by the malt depth.
MugiI see! So the appeal of R122 is that it’s not just bitter!
Hop BroExactly, and the draft lineup that day was pretty impressive too, with five draft beers on tap.
MugiWhat! They have Almond Cinnamon Stout, DAY SHIFT, and even Peko’s Peach Weizen?
Hop BroThat’s right. They also have Chichibu Beer’s stout and WILLIAMS Brewery’s session IPA, so it’s fun to compare beers depending on your mood.
MugiIf it’s easy to get to from Kawagoe Station, that’s perfect. I’d want to try the tasting set and sample a bunch of them!
Hop BroIt’s on the second floor of the PONO Building, so it seems great for solo drinking too, and it’s nice that you can slowly enjoy a Saitama-connected beer.
MugiNow I’m totally hungry! Tonight should be a night that starts with IPA!
At the beer pub Entrance to Beer NOVICE, within walking distance of the east exit of Kawagoe Station, Grow Brew House’s IPA R122 has been added to the taps. In the official Instagram post, it is introduced as a dry beer with bitterness and a pronounced malt character, giving a strong sense of the malt.
Draft Beer Lineup for the Day
- R122 / Grow Brew House / IPA / ABV 8.5%
- Almond Cinnamon Stout / Chichibu Beer
- DAY SHIFT / WILLIAMS Brewery
- Peko’s Peach Weizen / Hoshino Seisakusho (Mugi)
- Kamolemon / Otonari
R122 is a beer that brings out not only hop aroma but also a solid malt depth, making it a fit for those looking for a substantial IPA. The rest of the lineup ranges from distinctive beers like Almond Cinnamon Stout, to lighter-drinking options like DAY SHIFT, to fruit-forward wheat beers like Peko’s Peach Weizen, making it a lineup well suited to a broad tasting comparison.
Entrance to Beer NOVICE is a specialty shop that primarily handles craft beer from within Saitama Prefecture. According to the official website, it serves beers selected from 28 breweries in Saitama, with the owner, a beer sommelier, offering guidance that is easy for beginners to understand. The draft selection changes daily, and a tasting set with three choices is also available, making it a convenient place for those who want to enjoy more than just one beer and compare several.
The interior is designed to suit solo drinking as well, and it is also a good place to take time and enjoy beer alongside food. As noted in the post, its location on the second floor of the PONO Building in Wakita-cho, Kawagoe City, makes it easy to access from the station. This lineup centered on Saitama craft beer offered choices to match your mood, from IPA to stout to weizen.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Entrance to Beer NOVICE in Kawagoe, Grow Brew House’s IPA R122 has been newly tapped.
MugiWhoa! R122 sounds like some kind of secret weapon!
Hop BroAnd it’s a full-bodied IPA at ABV 8.5%, with a strong malt presence and a dry finish that brings out the bitterness.
MugiDry? What does that mean? So, is it not a sweet beer?
Hop BroIn simple terms, it means the finish isn’t sticky, so it has a clean, crisp drinkability. The hop aroma is backed up properly by the malt depth.
MugiI see! So the appeal of R122 is that it’s not just bitter!
Hop BroExactly, and the draft lineup that day was pretty impressive too, with five draft beers on tap.
MugiWhat! They have Almond Cinnamon Stout, DAY SHIFT, and even Peko’s Peach Weizen?
Hop BroThat’s right. They also have Chichibu Beer’s stout and WILLIAMS Brewery’s session IPA, so it’s fun to compare beers depending on your mood.
MugiIf it’s easy to get to from Kawagoe Station, that’s perfect. I’d want to try the tasting set and sample a bunch of them!
Hop BroIt’s on the second floor of the PONO Building, so it seems great for solo drinking too, and it’s nice that you can slowly enjoy a Saitama-connected beer.
MugiNow I’m totally hungry! Tonight should be a night that starts with IPA!
