Two Oni Densetsu Brewery Kin-Oni Pale Ales Are Tapped at the Same Time at Shimbashi DRY-DOCK
At the beer pub Shimbashi DRY-DOCK in Shimbashi, two versions of Oni Densetsu Brewery's "Kin-Oni Pale Ale" are being tapped at the same time. You can compare the Mosaic Single Ver and the Krush Single Ver while checking how the hops change the aroma, bitterness, and finish.
Hop BroAt Shimbashi DRY-DOCK in Shimbashi, Oni Densetsu Brewery's two Kin-Oni Pale Ales have been tapped at the same time. This is where the real tasting begins.
MugiWhoa! Two versions with the same name? And they were tapped at the same time? It's already giving festival vibes!
Hop BroExactly. This time it's the Mosaic Single Ver and the Krush Single Ver. Since the base is the same pale ale, the hop differences show through directly.
MugiAre hop differences really that easy to tell? Honestly, I'm still only just managing to notice differences in aroma!
Hop BroMosaic is a hop released in 2012, and its signature is a dank aroma with firm bitterness. It leans toward a deeper, richer direction.
MugiWhat is "dank" supposed to mean? Isn't that the stuff where you slam the ball through the hoop? But firm bitterness does sound interesting!
Hop BroNice one. In beer, "dank" is closer to a nuance of moist resin or earthiness, something like an aroma with depth.
MugiI see! Then Krush must be the opposite? The name itself feels bursting with energy!
Hop BroExactly. Krush used to be called HBC586, and it is a relatively new hop that was officially named in 2024. It pushes juicy flavor to the front and tends to feel bright and fruity.
MugiSo even though it's the same Kin-Oni Pale Ale, one is deep and the other is vibrant. If the finish is different too, I want to line them up and drink them side by side!
Hop BroExactly that. Drinking them side by side is the right move at Shimbashi DRY-DOCK. The aftertaste of Mosaic and the brightness of Krush are making me want to go after both right now.
MugiAll right, I'll start with Krush! But in the end, maybe I want to fall into the side-by-side tasting rabbit hole with Mosaic!
Compare the same base by tasting the hop differences
At the beer pub Shimbashi DRY-DOCK in Shimbashi, two versions of Oni Densetsu Brewery's "Kin-Oni Pale Ale" are being tapped at the same time. The versions now on tap are the Mosaic Single Ver and the Krush Single Ver. Built on the same pale ale base, this is a pairing that lets you clearly enjoy the differences between the hops.
Mosaic is an American hop released in 2012. It is known for its deep, dank aroma and firm bitterness. Krush, on the other hand, is a newer hop formerly known as HBC586 and officially named in 2024. Its signature is said to be juicy, bursting flavor.
As the post says, "even though the base is the same, they taste completely different," making it easy to see the hop character come through in the aroma, the way the bitterness presents, and even the impression left at the end of the sip. By comparing them, you can feel both the depth that Mosaic brings to the Kin-Oni Pale Ale foundation and Krush's bright, fruity direction.
Shimbashi DRY-DOCK is a beer pub in Shimbashi where you can casually enjoy craft beer. It seems like a good fit for a side-by-side tap lineup like this, since it is the kind of place where you can take your time with limited guest beers. Since this time the focus is on the character of the hops, rather than drinking one cup at a time, you'll probably want to line them up and compare the differences.
At the end of the post, it also mentioned that next week's "Monday Miki" will feature kakiage-don. It is the kind of place where you can enjoy a very Shimbashi night, including the pairing of beer and food.
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Hop BroAt Shimbashi DRY-DOCK in Shimbashi, Oni Densetsu Brewery's two Kin-Oni Pale Ales have been tapped at the same time. This is where the real tasting begins.
MugiWhoa! Two versions with the same name? And they were tapped at the same time? It's already giving festival vibes!
Hop BroExactly. This time it's the Mosaic Single Ver and the Krush Single Ver. Since the base is the same pale ale, the hop differences show through directly.
MugiAre hop differences really that easy to tell? Honestly, I'm still only just managing to notice differences in aroma!
Hop BroMosaic is a hop released in 2012, and its signature is a dank aroma with firm bitterness. It leans toward a deeper, richer direction.
MugiWhat is "dank" supposed to mean? Isn't that the stuff where you slam the ball through the hoop? But firm bitterness does sound interesting!
Hop BroNice one. In beer, "dank" is closer to a nuance of moist resin or earthiness, something like an aroma with depth.
MugiI see! Then Krush must be the opposite? The name itself feels bursting with energy!
Hop BroExactly. Krush used to be called HBC586, and it is a relatively new hop that was officially named in 2024. It pushes juicy flavor to the front and tends to feel bright and fruity.
MugiSo even though it's the same Kin-Oni Pale Ale, one is deep and the other is vibrant. If the finish is different too, I want to line them up and drink them side by side!
Hop BroExactly that. Drinking them side by side is the right move at Shimbashi DRY-DOCK. The aftertaste of Mosaic and the brightness of Krush are making me want to go after both right now.
MugiAll right, I'll start with Krush! But in the end, maybe I want to fall into the side-by-side tasting rabbit hole with Mosaic!
