Sakura Taps taps ONMEN BRÄU; Beer to Share SPIN-OFF set for April 11
At Sakura Taps in Yoshida-machi, Yokohama, the Baeren × Highbury Rauch Bock "ONMEN BRÄU" was newly tapped on April 9. It is characterized by the toasty aroma of smoked malt, and the shop also recommends pairing it with its smoked nuts. A joint event is also planned for the weekend of April 11.
Hop BroAt Sakura Taps in Yokohama's Yoshida-machi, ONMEN BRÄU has been tapped. It's a Rauch Bock from Baeren × Highbury, and even the name already has a story behind it.
MugiWait, a beer that mixes onmen and Rauch!? I'm confused about whether it sounds tasty or not, but I'm curious!
Hop BroExactly. It's a beer that brings together the idea of Morioka onmen and German smoked-beer culture. And the toasty aroma of smoked malt really comes forward, making it a pretty distinctive lager.
MugiSmoked and lager at the same time? My brain can't keep up! But hearing 7.5% and a rich body makes it sound pretty strong, which is exciting.
Hop BroThat's the interesting part: it layers smoke and depth onto the drinkability of a lager. Sakura Taps has eight rotating taps every day, and the current lineup is bold too.
MugiWow, it's like a department store of beer! Today there's EX Oats Brown Ale and Snow Monkey IPA too, so it's already fun before even choosing.
Hop BroAnd since they also have Sakura Smoked Workshop's smoked nuts on the food menu, the synergy of roasted aromas makes it impossible to stop.
MugiWhat, a pairing with smoked nuts!? That just makes me imagine a future where I can't decide whether to start with the beer or the nuts!
Hop BroOn the weekend of April 11, they'll also hold Beer to Share SPIN-OFF with Sabatora Shuhan. You can move between the venues, and it's nice that you can enjoy it from 500 yen on the day.
MugiThat's amazing! If I can drink large-format aged beer by the glass, there's no choice but to clear my schedule.
Hop BroBeing able to enjoy coffee in a calm space is also so typical of Sakura Taps. Today it's a toast with a smoky lager, and on 4/11 we'll bar-hop for another one.
MugiYeah, now I really want to drink! I want to toast in Yoshidamachi and then keep going to the event too!
At Sakura Taps, on the second floor of Noraneko-dori in Yoshida-machi, Yokohama, ONMEN BRÄU was newly tapped on April 9. This Rauch Bock from Baeren × Highbury was created from the idea of combining Morioka onmen and the German smoked beer style "Rauch." It is introduced as a rich lager with the toasty aroma of smoked malt and a substantial 7.5% body.
The shop is a beer pub where you can enjoy craft beer and hand-drip coffee in a "calm interior." Eight taps of craft beer are available each day, and on this day a broad range of styles was on tap, including one new addition.
Today's tap lineup
- EX Oats Brown Ale / Numazu Craft
- Yoshidamachi Helles 2026 / Sakura Taps × Numazu Craft
- Snow Monkey IPA / Shiga Kogen Beer
- Noroshi Cold IPA / Noroshi Brewing
- UNDERWATER :LUMINOUS / Nara Brewing × Kaze no Mori
- ONMEN BRÄU / Baeren × Highbury
- UNDERWATER / Nara Brewing × Kaze no Mori
- HBD / Faló Brewing
For food, pairing with Sakura Smoked Workshop's smoked nuts is also suggested, and it should match well with the aromatic lager. In addition, a joint event with Sabatora Shuhan, "Beer to Share SPIN-OFF," is scheduled for April 11. Guests can move freely between Sabatora Shuhan and Sakura Taps, and tickets can be purchased on the day starting at 500 yen. The event will feature large-format aged beers served by the glass.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt Sakura Taps in Yokohama's Yoshida-machi, ONMEN BRÄU has been tapped. It's a Rauch Bock from Baeren × Highbury, and even the name already has a story behind it.
MugiWait, a beer that mixes onmen and Rauch!? I'm confused about whether it sounds tasty or not, but I'm curious!
Hop BroExactly. It's a beer that brings together the idea of Morioka onmen and German smoked-beer culture. And the toasty aroma of smoked malt really comes forward, making it a pretty distinctive lager.
MugiSmoked and lager at the same time? My brain can't keep up! But hearing 7.5% and a rich body makes it sound pretty strong, which is exciting.
Hop BroThat's the interesting part: it layers smoke and depth onto the drinkability of a lager. Sakura Taps has eight rotating taps every day, and the current lineup is bold too.
MugiWow, it's like a department store of beer! Today there's EX Oats Brown Ale and Snow Monkey IPA too, so it's already fun before even choosing.
Hop BroAnd since they also have Sakura Smoked Workshop's smoked nuts on the food menu, the synergy of roasted aromas makes it impossible to stop.
MugiWhat, a pairing with smoked nuts!? That just makes me imagine a future where I can't decide whether to start with the beer or the nuts!
Hop BroOn the weekend of April 11, they'll also hold Beer to Share SPIN-OFF with Sabatora Shuhan. You can move between the venues, and it's nice that you can enjoy it from 500 yen on the day.
MugiThat's amazing! If I can drink large-format aged beer by the glass, there's no choice but to clear my schedule.
Hop BroBeing able to enjoy coffee in a calm space is also so typical of Sakura Taps. Today it's a toast with a smoky lager, and on 4/11 we'll bar-hop for another one.
MugiYeah, now I really want to drink! I want to toast in Yoshidamachi and then keep going to the event too!
