Susukino Yell STAND adds a limited CAT HOP x Yokai Brewing stout
Susukino Yell STAND, a beer pub in central Sapporo, has received a limited release from CAT HOP and Yokai Brewing: YOKAI CHERRY CASSIS STOUT. The stout combines cherry and cassis fruit character with coffee- and bitter-chocolate-like roasted notes.
Hop BroThere's a pour in Sapporo worth chasing: limited stout release. Susukino Ale STAND just brought in CAT HOP and Yokai Brewing's 'YOKAI CHERRY CASSIS STOUT.'
MugiWhat! Cat plus yokai in one beer name? That already sounds way more chaotic than my usual drink order!
Hop BroIt's at COCONO SUSUKINO B1F, and it's 1,000 yen tax-in with limited stock, so this is not a beer for slow decision-makers.
MugiOkay, but stouts feel heavy to me. Is this one going to hit like a blanket made of espresso?
Hop BroThat's the fun part. It has roasted malt character with coffee and bitter-chocolate notes, but cherry and cassis are built right into the profile.
MugiWait, roasted malt? Why did this suddenly sound like a brewing exam I forgot to study for?
Hop BroIt just means malt that's toasted dark for toasty coffee notes. That gives the stout its roasty backbone, while cherry adds gentle tartness and cassis brings bright fruit aroma.
MugiOhhh, so it's rich but berry-bright. That's basically a friendly little bridge from fruit beer into dark beer for people like me.
Hop BroExactly, and among a lineup of Hokkaido craft beer, this feels like the standout pour. It has enough personality to stop you mid-menu.
MugiThen I'm sold. I want a glass now, and I haven't even made it to Susukino yet!
At Susukino Yell STAND in the B1F of COCONO SUSUKINO in Sapporo, a new limited beer has arrived: CAT HOP "YOKAI CHERRY CASSIS STOUT" from CAT HOP and Yokai Brewing. The beer is listed at 1,000 yen (tax included) and is categorized as a stout, available in limited quantities.
According to the product description, this is a fruity stout built around cherry and cassis. It layers in aromas reminiscent of coffee and bitter chocolate from roasted malt, while the gentle tartness of cherry and the bright fruitiness of cassis shape the finish. The result is a stout with real depth, but one that stays relatively light on the palate thanks to the berry-driven acidity.
Susukino Yell STAND is a beer pub focused on Hokkaido craft beer. Located in the heart of Susukino, it is a convenient place to stop for a careful pour rather than a rushed one, especially if you want to explore stouts and fruit-forward beers side by side.
For stout fans, this is a beer that shows how dark malt character and fruit can work together without overwhelming each other. For fruit beer drinkers who want to step toward darker styles, it is an approachable option with a clear point of difference. If you are looking for a distinctive limited beer in Susukino, this one is worth noting.
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Hop BroThere's a pour in Sapporo worth chasing: limited stout release. Susukino Ale STAND just brought in CAT HOP and Yokai Brewing's 'YOKAI CHERRY CASSIS STOUT.'
MugiWhat! Cat plus yokai in one beer name? That already sounds way more chaotic than my usual drink order!
Hop BroIt's at COCONO SUSUKINO B1F, and it's 1,000 yen tax-in with limited stock, so this is not a beer for slow decision-makers.
MugiOkay, but stouts feel heavy to me. Is this one going to hit like a blanket made of espresso?
Hop BroThat's the fun part. It has roasted malt character with coffee and bitter-chocolate notes, but cherry and cassis are built right into the profile.
MugiWait, roasted malt? Why did this suddenly sound like a brewing exam I forgot to study for?
Hop BroIt just means malt that's toasted dark for toasty coffee notes. That gives the stout its roasty backbone, while cherry adds gentle tartness and cassis brings bright fruit aroma.
MugiOhhh, so it's rich but berry-bright. That's basically a friendly little bridge from fruit beer into dark beer for people like me.
Hop BroExactly, and among a lineup of Hokkaido craft beer, this feels like the standout pour. It has enough personality to stop you mid-menu.
MugiThen I'm sold. I want a glass now, and I haven't even made it to Susukino yet!