Sakazuki Brewing brews anniversary beer for an Asakusa agave specialty shop
Sakazuki Brewing in Tokyo's Adachi Ward brewed a beer to mark the first anniversary of Asakusa agave specialty shop Katoenge Tokyo. The beer is called 'Bye Bye Ovatifolia,' and it was brewed as an American pale ale using agave syrup.
Hop BroToday, I want to introduce a standout beer brewed by Sakazuki Brewing to celebrate the first anniversary of Asakusa agave specialty shop "Katoenge Tokyo."
MugiWhoa! The beer name Bye Bye Ovatifolia already sounds like it has a story behind it!
Hop BroExactly. It was born in response to the end of flowering for Agave ovatifolia, which had been beloved as the shop's "sacred tree," so it has this feeling of farewell and celebration all at once.
MugiWhat changes when you use agave syrup? Isn't agave syrup just something sweet?
Hop BroThat's the interesting part. They used agave syrup in the brew, but the style is American pale ale. It lets the ingredients' character come through while keeping the beer light and easy to drink.
MugiWow, but now you sound like a beer brewer! Oat haze? What is that, fluffy clouds?
Hop BroPretty close. They used oats to create a soft haze and give it a rounder mouthfeel. On top of that, it's designed so tropical citrus and stone-fruit aromas come through.
MugiHuh, so if the hop aroma even has herbal notes, the impression could change every time you drink it!
Hop BroExactly. The dry finish keeps it from leaning too sweet, so it goes down smoothly. Even though it's an anniversary beer, it's designed to make you want the next sip.
MugiAnd they also announced 17 taps on the same day, right? If I went there, I'd probably get lost before I could choose!
Hop BroThat's the happy kind of lost. It's lively with the new Hatsukaze included, and since this anniversary beer is also scheduled to be served at Sakazuki Brewing after the event, it's definitely one you'd want to toast with.
Tokyo's Adachi Ward-based Sakazuki Brewing brewed a beer to celebrate the first anniversary of Asakusa agave specialty shop "Katoenge Tokyo." The beer is called 'Bye Bye Ovatifolia'. In a post, the brewery noted that the shop's long-beloved "sacred tree," an agave ovatifolia, had finished flowering, and introduced the beer as something born from taking that event to heart.
The brew uses agave syrup. The style is American pale ale, and while keeping a light, easy-drinking profile at its core, oats were used to create a soft haze and bring in aromas reminiscent of tropical citrus and stone fruit, according to the post. The hop aroma also adds herbal and woody notes, and the finish is designed to come across dry.
On its April 16 post, Sakazuki Brewing also revealed that day's tap lineup. Starting with the newly added 'Hatsukaze', it lined up 17 beers ranging from staples to distinctive one-offs, while also sharing updates on the beers moving through the taps in the shop. After Katoenge Tokyo's event ends, the anniversary beer is also slated to be served at Sakazuki Brewing, making this not just a brew release but also a project that connects with local shops.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, I want to introduce a standout beer brewed by Sakazuki Brewing to celebrate the first anniversary of Asakusa agave specialty shop "Katoenge Tokyo."
MugiWhoa! The beer name Bye Bye Ovatifolia already sounds like it has a story behind it!
Hop BroExactly. It was born in response to the end of flowering for Agave ovatifolia, which had been beloved as the shop's "sacred tree," so it has this feeling of farewell and celebration all at once.
MugiWhat changes when you use agave syrup? Isn't agave syrup just something sweet?
Hop BroThat's the interesting part. They used agave syrup in the brew, but the style is American pale ale. It lets the ingredients' character come through while keeping the beer light and easy to drink.
MugiWow, but now you sound like a beer brewer! Oat haze? What is that, fluffy clouds?
Hop BroPretty close. They used oats to create a soft haze and give it a rounder mouthfeel. On top of that, it's designed so tropical citrus and stone-fruit aromas come through.
MugiHuh, so if the hop aroma even has herbal notes, the impression could change every time you drink it!
Hop BroExactly. The dry finish keeps it from leaning too sweet, so it goes down smoothly. Even though it's an anniversary beer, it's designed to make you want the next sip.
MugiAnd they also announced 17 taps on the same day, right? If I went there, I'd probably get lost before I could choose!
Hop BroThat's the happy kind of lost. It's lively with the new Hatsukaze included, and since this anniversary beer is also scheduled to be served at Sakazuki Brewing after the event, it's definitely one you'd want to toast with.
