MIROC BEER 'Hannya' tapped at Taru Taru in Takamatsu, serving a RED RYE IPA
The beer pub Taru Taru in Kawaramachi, Takamatsu City announced on Instagram that it had tapped MIROC BEER's 'Hannya.' This reddish-brown RED RYE IPA is characterized by the toasty aroma of rye and the bitterness of hops. Attention is drawn to this guest beer, poured from taps visible from outside as a cup of domestic craft beer.
Hop BroAt Taru Taru in Kawaramachi, Takamatsu, MIROC BEER's 'Hannya' has been tapped. All five taps here serve domestic craft beer, and the local feel is part of the charm.
MugiWhoa! The name 'Hannya' already sounds intense! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's a RED RYE IPA, with a reddish-brown color and the toasty aroma of rye. It also has the bitterness you'd expect from an IPA.
MugiRye like the grain used in bread? What does that toasty rye aroma actually taste like in beer?
Hop BroExactly. The grain aroma is a little spicy, and it gives the malt character more depth. Then the bitterness of the hops comes in and makes the outline really clear.
MugiOhh! So it makes a strong impression even before you drink it! But IBU 69 sounds pretty bitter, doesn't it?
Hop BroThat's right. IBU is a measure of bitterness, and 69 is definitely on the bold side. And with 6% ABV, it has substance without being too heavy.
MugiWait, it even won a gold award? That's seriously impressive!
Hop BroAnd since it took gold in the Strong Red Ale category at the International Beer Cup 2025, its quality is well backed up. It also pairs well with meat dishes, which is another plus.
MugiThe taps visible from outside are great too, and five taps of domestic craft beer is just too tempting! If I stop by after work, you and Hop-nii are going to be on your first pint right away!
The beer pub Taru Taru in Kawaramachi, Takamatsu City announced in an Instagram post that it had tapped MIROC BEER's 'Hannya' as a guest beer.
Taru Taru is notable for its design, with the taps visible from outside. All five taps serve domestic craft beer, and four of them feature beers from Kagawa Prefecture. Inside, there is a camphorwood counter and table seating in the back, so guests can either settle in for a long drink or stop by for a casual standing drink.
The newly featured 'Hannya' is a beer from MIROC BEER, a microbrewery in Marugame City, Kagawa Prefecture. According to official information, it is a RED RYE IPA with 6% ABV and 69 IBU. Its reddish-brown color is layered with the toasty aroma of rye, a full-bodied malt character, and a hop aroma reminiscent of grapes. It is said to be the most bitter beer in the MIROC BEER lineup, while still being designed to pair well with meat dishes.
'Hannya' also won gold in the Strong Red Ale category at the International Beer Cup 2025. Being able to taste a beer with such a sharply defined bitterness fresh from the tap is one of the pleasures unique to a beer pub. In a place like Taru Taru, which centers its lineup on local craft beer while adding guest beers, there is also the fun of comparing it with the house favorites.
Located just a short walk from Kawaramachi Station, Taru Taru is also easy to drop into after work or while out drinking in town. For people who want to focus on domestic craft beer, as well as those looking for an individualistic IPA from a Kagawa brewery, this tapping is not to be missed.
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Hop BroAt Taru Taru in Kawaramachi, Takamatsu, MIROC BEER's 'Hannya' has been tapped. All five taps here serve domestic craft beer, and the local feel is part of the charm.
MugiWhoa! The name 'Hannya' already sounds intense! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's a RED RYE IPA, with a reddish-brown color and the toasty aroma of rye. It also has the bitterness you'd expect from an IPA.
MugiRye like the grain used in bread? What does that toasty rye aroma actually taste like in beer?
Hop BroExactly. The grain aroma is a little spicy, and it gives the malt character more depth. Then the bitterness of the hops comes in and makes the outline really clear.
MugiOhh! So it makes a strong impression even before you drink it! But IBU 69 sounds pretty bitter, doesn't it?
Hop BroThat's right. IBU is a measure of bitterness, and 69 is definitely on the bold side. And with 6% ABV, it has substance without being too heavy.
MugiWait, it even won a gold award? That's seriously impressive!
Hop BroAnd since it took gold in the Strong Red Ale category at the International Beer Cup 2025, its quality is well backed up. It also pairs well with meat dishes, which is another plus.
MugiThe taps visible from outside are great too, and five taps of domestic craft beer is just too tempting! If I stop by after work, you and Hop-nii are going to be on your first pint right away!
