Pairing Event for Nara Brewing's "INTEGRAL B" at Bankan in Koenji
On May 2, Koenji beer pub Bankan will host a pairing event centered on Nara Brewing's "INTEGRAL B." The bottle beer, which won silver in the strong beer category at the Japan Brewers Cup, can be enjoyed here by the glass in Bankan's signature style.
Hop BroOn May 2 at Bankan in Koenji, they're putting the spotlight on Nara Brewing's "INTEGRAL B." Just the fact that the silver-medal bottle is the star is enough to make beer lovers perk up.
MugiWait, the one that won silver at the Japan Brewers Cup!? Having it appear by the glass is way too luxurious!
Hop BroExactly. Bankan usually focuses on draft beer, but this time the appeal is that you can try it one glass at a time. Tasting it in the atmosphere of the bar gives you a face that's different from the bottle version.
MugiJust from the name INTEGRAL B, it already sounds strong! A Brett saison - is it a saison? Is it Brett? Is it bread?
Hop BroBrett refers to the yeast called Brettanomyces. It tends to produce a wild aroma, which makes the spicy edge and rustic character interesting. And "INTEGRAL B" is one of Nara Brewing's "N BOTTLE CONDITIONED" beers, with an ABV of 9.0%.
Mugi9.0% is pretty hefty! A beer that changes with every sip sounds like it changes personality every time you drink it!
Hop BroPretty much. Because it has moderate acidity and a dry feel, it doesn't just feel heavy - the finish clears out cleanly. It's the kind of beer you can play with in sequence, from aroma to spice, acidity, and aftertaste.
MugiWow, and then adding Satoshi Nakashima's food on top of that is amazing! If the pairing dishes make the aroma expand, that's the kind of thing you can't stop eating.
Hop BroWhat's more, he's the chef who also handled the menu for Nara Brewing's tap takeover in February, so you can expect him to know how to build the pairing. Not only will he avoid getting in the way of the aroma, he should bring the beer's finish into sharper focus.
MugiThat combination in Koenji is unfair! If I put it in my tonight's drink list, my brain is already saying, "Go."
Hop BroThis is definitely one of those right from the first glass situations. Just being able to follow an award-winning bottle in Bankan's glassware is enough to make me happy.
MugiAlright, I want to toast right now! But before that, I want to taste the atmosphere of Bankan itself and check out the twists and turns of INTEGRAL B.
At Bankan, a beer pub in Koenji Minami 3-chome, an event centered on Nara Brewing's "INTEGRAL B" will be held on May 2. According to the announcement, pairing dishes by chef Satoshi Nakashima will be served alongside the beer, which won silver in the strong beer category at this year's Japan Brewers Cup.
"INTEGRAL B" is one of the bottles in Nara Brewing's "N BOTTLE CONDITIONED" series. It is a Brett saison made with Brett yeast and has an ABV of 9.0%. The beer is designed so that its wild aroma, spicy outline, moderate acidity, and dry finish layer together, changing character with each sip.
Bankan is basically a draft-focused bar, but the highlight of this event is that "INTEGRAL B" will be available by the glass. For beer lovers, being able to try a bottle-only release from a glass in the atmosphere of the bar is a welcome opportunity.
Satoshi Nakashima, who is in charge of the food, is a chef who also created the pairing menu for Nara Brewing's tap takeover in February. The dishes are expected to complement, rather than interfere with, the beer's aroma and finish. It looks set to be a night for anyone in Koenji who wants to savor the combination of craft beer and food at a relaxed pace.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroOn May 2 at Bankan in Koenji, they're putting the spotlight on Nara Brewing's "INTEGRAL B." Just the fact that the silver-medal bottle is the star is enough to make beer lovers perk up.
MugiWait, the one that won silver at the Japan Brewers Cup!? Having it appear by the glass is way too luxurious!
Hop BroExactly. Bankan usually focuses on draft beer, but this time the appeal is that you can try it one glass at a time. Tasting it in the atmosphere of the bar gives you a face that's different from the bottle version.
MugiJust from the name INTEGRAL B, it already sounds strong! A Brett saison - is it a saison? Is it Brett? Is it bread?
Hop BroBrett refers to the yeast called Brettanomyces. It tends to produce a wild aroma, which makes the spicy edge and rustic character interesting. And "INTEGRAL B" is one of Nara Brewing's "N BOTTLE CONDITIONED" beers, with an ABV of 9.0%.
Mugi9.0% is pretty hefty! A beer that changes with every sip sounds like it changes personality every time you drink it!
Hop BroPretty much. Because it has moderate acidity and a dry feel, it doesn't just feel heavy - the finish clears out cleanly. It's the kind of beer you can play with in sequence, from aroma to spice, acidity, and aftertaste.
MugiWow, and then adding Satoshi Nakashima's food on top of that is amazing! If the pairing dishes make the aroma expand, that's the kind of thing you can't stop eating.
Hop BroWhat's more, he's the chef who also handled the menu for Nara Brewing's tap takeover in February, so you can expect him to know how to build the pairing. Not only will he avoid getting in the way of the aroma, he should bring the beer's finish into sharper focus.
MugiThat combination in Koenji is unfair! If I put it in my tonight's drink list, my brain is already saying, "Go."
Hop BroThis is definitely one of those right from the first glass situations. Just being able to follow an award-winning bottle in Bankan's glassware is enough to make me happy.
MugiAlright, I want to toast right now! But before that, I want to taste the atmosphere of Bankan itself and check out the twists and turns of INTEGRAL B.
