Beer&Cafe Hafen posts a new tap list with Sansho and UTSUROBUNE
Beer&Cafe Hafen, a beer pub in Esaka, Suita, Osaka, shared its latest tap lineup on June 25. The list includes Iwate Kura Beer Sansho, Ohyama G Beer Grand Saison, and FLORA FERMENTATION UTSUROBUNE, with Minoh Beer Koucha Bitter and Ohyama G Beer India Pale Saison announced as next stock.
Hop BroEsaka's Beer&Cafe Hafen just posted five fresh pours, and today's tap list plus the next arrivals both look seriously strong.
MugiWhat! Five at once already sounds exciting! What beers are we talking about?
Hop BroThe headline trio today is Iwate Kura Beer's Sansho, Daisen G Beer's Grand Saison, and FLORA FERMENTATION's UTSUROBUNE.
MugiWait, what? Grand Saison sounds cool, but what does saison even taste like?
Hop BroSaison is a Belgian-style family, and saison yeast character usually gives you lively aroma with a dry finish. In plain terms: fragrant, but crisp.
MugiOooh, fragrant but crisp sounds amazing. So does UTSUROBUNE drink like that too?
Hop BroThat's the fun part. From the post, both Grand Saison and UTSUROBUNE promise a dry finish, while Sansho leans into herbal, spice-like nuance.
MugiSansho in beer feels like a Japanese condiment, and now I'm ridiculously curious. There are more coming next too, right?
Hop BroYep, next up are Minoh Beer’s Black Tea Bitter and Daisen G Beer's India Pale Saison. Hafen is a small spot too, so they recommend reservations for groups of three or more or for dining, and last order is 10:00 p.m.
MugiThis is the kind of lineup for slow little comparisons, and the place sounds nicely intimate too. My brain is already heading to Esaka.
Hop BroWhat I like is how different they all are, yet it still feels like a sharp tap lineup. Start with Sansho or wait for Black Tea Bitter? That's a real dilemma.
MugiDecision made: I want a pint now, and ideally I want Sansho and a saison side by side so I can grin at both.
Beer&Cafe Hafen is a small beer pub on the first floor in Esaka-cho, Suita City, Osaka, a short walk from Esaka Station. The shop keeps its beer updates active on social media and offers a relaxed place to enjoy craft beer without the feel of a large bar.
Current taps
- Iwate Kura Beer (Iwate) Sansho
- Ohyama G Beer (Tottori) Grand Saison
- FLORA FERMENTATION (Shiga) UTSUROBUNE
Next stock
- Minoh Beer (Osaka) Koucha Bitter
- Ohyama G Beer (Tottori) India Pale Saison
The lineup suggests a mix of character and drinkability: Sansho hints at herbal complexity, while Grand Saison and UTSUROBUNE point to a dry, saison-leaning profile. With Minoh Beer also listed for the next rotation, the pub is set to cover a wide range of flavors from local Osaka beer to more farmhouse-inspired styles.
The shop notes that parties of three or more should reserve in advance, especially when ordering food, and that last order is at 22:00. It may also close early if there are no guests. For beer fans looking for a calm place to drink in Esaka, it is a strong candidate.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroEsaka's Beer&Cafe Hafen just posted five fresh pours, and today's tap list plus the next arrivals both look seriously strong.
MugiWhat! Five at once already sounds exciting! What beers are we talking about?
Hop BroThe headline trio today is Iwate Kura Beer's Sansho, Daisen G Beer's Grand Saison, and FLORA FERMENTATION's UTSUROBUNE.
MugiWait, what? Grand Saison sounds cool, but what does saison even taste like?
Hop BroSaison is a Belgian-style family, and saison yeast character usually gives you lively aroma with a dry finish. In plain terms: fragrant, but crisp.
MugiOooh, fragrant but crisp sounds amazing. So does UTSUROBUNE drink like that too?
Hop BroThat's the fun part. From the post, both Grand Saison and UTSUROBUNE promise a dry finish, while Sansho leans into herbal, spice-like nuance.
MugiSansho in beer feels like a Japanese condiment, and now I'm ridiculously curious. There are more coming next too, right?
Hop BroYep, next up are Minoh Beer’s Black Tea Bitter and Daisen G Beer's India Pale Saison. Hafen is a small spot too, so they recommend reservations for groups of three or more or for dining, and last order is 10:00 p.m.
MugiThis is the kind of lineup for slow little comparisons, and the place sounds nicely intimate too. My brain is already heading to Esaka.
Hop BroWhat I like is how different they all are, yet it still feels like a sharp tap lineup. Start with Sansho or wait for Black Tea Bitter? That's a real dilemma.
MugiDecision made: I want a pint now, and ideally I want Sansho and a saison side by side so I can grin at both.
