Introducing Saikado's 'Onisotetsu' and Blade Factory's 'Petty' at Bia Ma Kitasenju
The craft beer specialty shop "Bia Ma Kitasenju" in Kitasenju introduced two beers as staff recommendations: Saikado Brewing's "Onisotetsu" and Blade Factory Brewing's "Petty Lemon Saison."
Hop BroToday I want to make sure to catch the two staff picks at Bia Ma Kitasenju in Kitasenju. Saikado's 'Onisotetsu' and Blade Factory's 'Petty Lemon Saison' are both an intriguing pair.
MugiWhoa! Both of them are packed with personality! Even the names have tons of impact, and Onisotetsu with that ogre-face label is kind of scary-cute!
Hop BroExactly. Onisotetsu is a Double IPA. It's easiest to think of it as the kind of beer that has a stronger hop presence and body than an IPA, with a sturdy framework.
MugiWait, a beer with a backbone? What even is that? Does beer need strength training?
Hop BroNot literally strength training, but it means it has a rich depth of flavor. The hop aroma and bitterness come forward while the malt sweetness supports it, so when you drink it, the power typical of an IPA really comes through.
MugiI see! Then 'Petty Lemon Saison' sounds like the opposite. Just hearing lemon freshness makes me think it would be perfect for daytime drinking!
Hop BroExactly. Saison is a style whose appeal lies in its aroma and dryness, and when that lemon impression is layered on top, it becomes much livelier. So it's well suited to hot weather and goes down easily.
MugiWow! And with 10 draft taps and over 1,000 kinds of craft beer from around the world, it's basically a beer amusement park! I might get lost before I even choose!
Hop BroThat's Bia Ma Kitasenju's strength. With a bar and bottle shop side by side, and fast turnover too, it's nice that you can catch the day's best bets through the staff recommendations.
MugiThen today, I want to start with Onisotetsu to feel the force of the hops, and then move on to Petty for a dose of lemony breeze!
Hop BroNice. You've already reached the answer at the end. If you have two beers you want to drink lined up, the only thing to do is stop by in Kitasenju and enjoy the atmosphere of the place as well.
If you're looking for craft beer near Kitasenju Station, Bia Ma Kitasenju is a place you can't miss. The shop combines a bar and a bottle shop, and with 10 draft taps and more than 1,000 kinds of craft beer from around the world, its lineup is enough to spoil any beer lover for choice.
In this post, two beers were highlighted as staff recommendations. One is Saikado Brewing's "Onisotetsu" Double IPA. Its label featuring an ogre's face is striking, and it's a beer that promises the solid backbone you'd expect from an IPA. The other is Blade Factory Brewing's "Petty Lemon Saison". It's a saison that puts refreshing lemon-like character front and center, making it an easy choice as the weather turns warmer.
Bia Ma Kitasenju also has the broad, welcoming feel typical of Kitasenju, making it easy to drop in from daytime hours. Since the taps turn over quickly, these staff recommendations are a useful clue to what to aim for that day. If something catches your eye, it seems best to check it out early.
Beers Featured This Time
- Onisotetsu / Saikado Brewing
- Petty Lemon Saison / Blade Factory Brewing
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday I want to make sure to catch the two staff picks at Bia Ma Kitasenju in Kitasenju. Saikado's 'Onisotetsu' and Blade Factory's 'Petty Lemon Saison' are both an intriguing pair.
MugiWhoa! Both of them are packed with personality! Even the names have tons of impact, and Onisotetsu with that ogre-face label is kind of scary-cute!
Hop BroExactly. Onisotetsu is a Double IPA. It's easiest to think of it as the kind of beer that has a stronger hop presence and body than an IPA, with a sturdy framework.
MugiWait, a beer with a backbone? What even is that? Does beer need strength training?
Hop BroNot literally strength training, but it means it has a rich depth of flavor. The hop aroma and bitterness come forward while the malt sweetness supports it, so when you drink it, the power typical of an IPA really comes through.
MugiI see! Then 'Petty Lemon Saison' sounds like the opposite. Just hearing lemon freshness makes me think it would be perfect for daytime drinking!
Hop BroExactly. Saison is a style whose appeal lies in its aroma and dryness, and when that lemon impression is layered on top, it becomes much livelier. So it's well suited to hot weather and goes down easily.
MugiWow! And with 10 draft taps and over 1,000 kinds of craft beer from around the world, it's basically a beer amusement park! I might get lost before I even choose!
Hop BroThat's Bia Ma Kitasenju's strength. With a bar and bottle shop side by side, and fast turnover too, it's nice that you can catch the day's best bets through the staff recommendations.
MugiThen today, I want to start with Onisotetsu to feel the force of the hops, and then move on to Petty for a dose of lemony breeze!
Hop BroNice. You've already reached the answer at the end. If you have two beers you want to drink lined up, the only thing to do is stop by in Kitasenju and enjoy the atmosphere of the place as well.
