HOP STAND Sannomiya Serves an Autumn Blend of Rokko Bay Ale and Brown Ale
HOP STAND Sannomiya is highlighting an autumn blend that combines Rokko Beer’s Bay Ale and Brown Ale. The seasonal pour brings together bright citrus hop aromas and the smooth, roasted malt character of Brown Ale, making it a natural partner for the pub’s signature yakitori.
Hop BroAt HOP STAND Sannomiya in Kobe, Rokko Beer has unveiled an autumn limited blend.
MugiWhat? They actually blend Bay Ale and Brown Ale together?
Hop BroThey do. Bay Ale is 5% ABV and 30 IBU, with a bright citrus-hop aroma and an easy-drinking character.
MugiWhat is IBU supposed to mean? A beer spell?
Hop BroClose—it measures perceived bitterness. Higher numbers generally mean more bitterness, and Brown Ale has 45 IBU of gentle bitterness.
MugiOhhh! So it is not only bitter—it also has the mellowness of roasted malt.
Hop BroExactly. The blend layers bright hop fragrance with toastiness and body for a rich taste of autumn.
MugiFresh aroma, toasty finish… in my head, fallen leaves are toasting each other!
Hop BroAnd Rokko Beer arrives straight from the brewery. You can also try porter or White Daidai Ale in a three-beer 180 ml flight.
MugiI want to compare the blend with the regular beers—and order the Japanese young-chicken yakitori too!
Hop BroThe charred skewers pair beautifully with both malt richness and hop aroma. Tonight, it is yakitori and a Sannomiya toast.
MugiDone! Let’s head into that warm wooden pub for a glass of autumn blend!
HOP STAND Sannomiya, a beer pub within walking distance of Kobe-Sannomiya Station, is introducing an autumn blend made with two Rokko Beer favorites: Bay Ale and Brown Ale.
Bay Ale is a 5% ABV beer with an IBU of 30. Its defining feature is a bright citrus hop aroma and a lively, approachable character. Brown Ale is also 5% ABV, but with an IBU of 45. Roasted malt gives it a rounded finish, gentle bitterness and a soft mouthfeel.
Blending the two creates a seasonal profile that combines Bay Ale’s fresh hop expression with Brown Ale’s toasted malt depth. It offers a different way to enjoy Rokko Beer from a standard tasting flight, allowing the contrasting profiles to meet in a single pour.
The pub serves fresh Rokko Beer delivered directly from the brewery. In addition to Bay Ale and Brown Ale, the lineup may include Porter and White Daidai Ale. Guests can also choose three 180ml pours for a Rokko Beer tasting set, making it possible to compare the autumn blend with the individual beers.
Food is another important part of the experience. HOP STAND Sannomiya specializes in yakitori made with domestic chicken under the supervision of its affiliated restaurant, Nihatori-ya. The savory, grilled skewers pair naturally with both the hop aroma of Bay Ale and the malt richness of Brown Ale.
With its warm, casual atmosphere, the pub is suited to an after-work drink, a light dinner or a relaxed craft beer tasting in central Kobe. Availability and the exact beer lineup may change, so guests should confirm the current selection at the restaurant.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt HOP STAND Sannomiya in Kobe, Rokko Beer has unveiled an autumn limited blend.
MugiWhat? They actually blend Bay Ale and Brown Ale together?
Hop BroThey do. Bay Ale is 5% ABV and 30 IBU, with a bright citrus-hop aroma and an easy-drinking character.
MugiWhat is IBU supposed to mean? A beer spell?
Hop BroClose—it measures perceived bitterness. Higher numbers generally mean more bitterness, and Brown Ale has 45 IBU of gentle bitterness.
MugiOhhh! So it is not only bitter—it also has the mellowness of roasted malt.
Hop BroExactly. The blend layers bright hop fragrance with toastiness and body for a rich taste of autumn.
MugiFresh aroma, toasty finish… in my head, fallen leaves are toasting each other!
Hop BroAnd Rokko Beer arrives straight from the brewery. You can also try porter or White Daidai Ale in a three-beer 180 ml flight.
MugiI want to compare the blend with the regular beers—and order the Japanese young-chicken yakitori too!
Hop BroThe charred skewers pair beautifully with both malt richness and hop aroma. Tonight, it is yakitori and a Sannomiya toast.
MugiDone! Let’s head into that warm wooden pub for a glass of autumn blend!
