GROUNDTAP BREWERY's "KANZASHI" on tap at TAP & TUMBLER in Ebisu
At TAP & TUMBLER, a craft beer self-pour specialty shop in Ebisu, GROUNDTAP BREWERY's "KANZASHI" has newly been put on tap. With aromas typical of a COFFEE DARK LAGER and a brisk finish, it is one of 15 taps you can enjoy by pouring it yourself.
Hop BroA new tap pour has arrived at TAP & TUMBLER in Ebisu: GROUNDTAP BREWERY's latest release. This time it's "KANZASHI," a serious but interesting COFFEE DARK LAGER.
MugiWhoa! A coffee dark lager sounds stylish just from the name alone, doesn't it? And "KANZASHI" feels kind of Japanese, which makes me curious!
Hop BroThat's the appeal. It's an easy-drinking 5.0% ABV, with a fruity aroma from coffee that gives off a prune-like impression, layered over malt richness.
MugiWait, what do you mean, a prune-like aroma? Coffee but also fruitiness? My brain can't keep up!
Hop BroWhen roasted malt and coffee notes overlap, the aroma can sometimes take on a sweet, fruity impression. Even though the body is rich, the finish is clean and light, so the key is that it doesn't feel too heavy.
MugiI get it now! So it's not a chugging beer, but more like enjoying it slowly with an iced coffee vibe. Sounds perfect even in the middle of summer!
Hop BroAnd because TAP & TUMBLER uses a self-tap system, you get the fun of pouring from the server yourself. There are always 15 taps lined up inside, and when one empties, it gets swapped out right away, which is exciting too.
MugiWait, you mean I get to pour from 15 different taps myself? That's basically a "which one are we choosing today" meeting every time!
Hop BroExactly. And they also offer kaku-uchi, canned beer sales, and growler fills, so you can take beer home too. Solo drinkers, people with pets, and families with kids are all welcome, so it's a pretty easy place to walk into.
MugiThis is perfect for a first drink in Ebisu! If I take one sip of KANZASHI, I feel like I'll head straight into a bar crawl!
Hop BroNice. Then today in Ebisu, let's start with KANZASHI, with its crisp finish, and go look for the next drink.
MugiAgreed! Being able to pour it yourself and compare different beers sounds way too fun. I feel like I want to toast right now!
New On Tap
TAP & TUMBLER, located in the east exit area of Ebisu Station, is a beer pub known for its self-tap system, where guests pour directly from the server themselves. The interior centers on standing-room seating, and also includes counter seats and bench seating. On the blackboard, the beers available that day are listed along with their ABV and price.
The new tap announced in the May 12 post is GROUNDTAP BREWERY / KANZASHI. The style is COFFEE DARK LAGER, and the ABV is 5.0%. The post describes it as a beer that layers a fruity aroma reminiscent of prunes, brought out by coffee, with malt-derived richness. It has a mellow, full-bodied mouthfeel, but the finish is clean and light. The explanation that it can be enjoyed like iced coffee also brings to mind the balance between lager crispness and roasted character.
One of TAP & TUMBLER's charms is that, alongside these one-off guest beers, 15 taps are always changing on the lineup. When a keg kicks, it is replaced with a new label, so the fun lies in encountering a different selection each time you visit. In addition, the shop offers kaku-uchi, canned beer sales, and growler fills, so you can choose whether to have just one drink inside or take home a beer you liked.
The post also said that solo guests, pets, and children are welcome. For beer lovers, this is a place where they can stop in without any stiffness and compare small pours at their own pace. Whether you are looking for your first drink in Ebisu or stopping by in the middle of a pub crawl, it is a spot that broadens your beer horizons.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA new tap pour has arrived at TAP & TUMBLER in Ebisu: GROUNDTAP BREWERY's latest release. This time it's "KANZASHI," a serious but interesting COFFEE DARK LAGER.
MugiWhoa! A coffee dark lager sounds stylish just from the name alone, doesn't it? And "KANZASHI" feels kind of Japanese, which makes me curious!
Hop BroThat's the appeal. It's an easy-drinking 5.0% ABV, with a fruity aroma from coffee that gives off a prune-like impression, layered over malt richness.
MugiWait, what do you mean, a prune-like aroma? Coffee but also fruitiness? My brain can't keep up!
Hop BroWhen roasted malt and coffee notes overlap, the aroma can sometimes take on a sweet, fruity impression. Even though the body is rich, the finish is clean and light, so the key is that it doesn't feel too heavy.
MugiI get it now! So it's not a chugging beer, but more like enjoying it slowly with an iced coffee vibe. Sounds perfect even in the middle of summer!
Hop BroAnd because TAP & TUMBLER uses a self-tap system, you get the fun of pouring from the server yourself. There are always 15 taps lined up inside, and when one empties, it gets swapped out right away, which is exciting too.
MugiWait, you mean I get to pour from 15 different taps myself? That's basically a "which one are we choosing today" meeting every time!
Hop BroExactly. And they also offer kaku-uchi, canned beer sales, and growler fills, so you can take beer home too. Solo drinkers, people with pets, and families with kids are all welcome, so it's a pretty easy place to walk into.
MugiThis is perfect for a first drink in Ebisu! If I take one sip of KANZASHI, I feel like I'll head straight into a bar crawl!
Hop BroNice. Then today in Ebisu, let's start with KANZASHI, with its crisp finish, and go look for the next drink.
MugiAgreed! Being able to pour it yourself and compare different beers sounds way too fun. I feel like I want to toast right now!
