Sakamichi Brewing adds Kyoto Brewing’s 10% Belgian Quad as a taproom guest beer
Sakamichi Brewing in Tachikawa has introduced Kyoto Brewing’s guest beer, Belgian Quad, as a taproom-only pour. The 10.0% beer is described as rich and layered, with dark malt and Okinawan brown sugar shaping its profile.
Hop BroThere’s a fun guest pour in Tachikawa right now: Sakamichi Brewing is serving Kyoto Brewing’s 'Belgian Quad.'
MugiWait, taproom only!? That phrase alone makes me want to sprint to Tachikawa.
Hop BroAnd it’s a Belgian Quad at 10.0%, a rich Belgian-style ale that basically asks for a slow night and a proper glass.
MugiBelgian Quad sounds like beer on hard mode! What’s the quad part even mean?
Hop BroIt’s a monastery-inspired rich style, so think big boozy and layered. Deep sweetness, deep aroma, and definitely not a chugger.
MugiWhoa, and the article says Okinawan black sugar? This beer just put on dessert makeup.
Hop BroThat’s the hook: dark malt, black sugar, and a long kettle boil build serious depth, so it feels lush without turning flat or sugary.
MugiHold on, does a long kettle boil mean you standing over a pot like the final boss of soup?
Hop BroPretty much, but the point is concentrating flavor. You also get dried-fruit notes, and a naturally dry finish keeps all that weight surprisingly tidy.
MugiWhat, with dried-fruit aromatics too!? That’s basically a Christmas cake that learned carbonation.
Hop BroExactly, and I’m already thirsty. Kyoto Brewing as guest at Sakamichi Brewing makes it feel even more like a special detour beer.
MugiThen it’s settled, rich but still snappy is my weakness. I want this in a glass immediately!
Sakamichi Brewing, based in Tachikawa, Tokyo, has announced a new guest beer from Kyoto Brewing. In its Instagram post, the brewery introduced Belgian Quad / 10.0% as a taproom-only offering.
According to the post, the beer draws a rich character from dark malt and Okinawan brown sugar. It is brewed with a long boil that creates a dense, luxurious mouthfeel, while fruity notes reminiscent of dried fruit are balanced by a naturally effervescent, pleasantly dry finish. Sakamichi Brewing described it as a special beer suited to the holiday season.
Sakamichi Brewing positions itself as a modern, welcoming brewery in Tachikawa, with a lineup that ranges from familiar classic styles to newer expressions of what beer can be. In that context, this guest beer fits naturally: a heavier, more contemplative pour that gives regular visitors something different from the brewery’s core offerings.
Details
- Taproom-only guest beer
- Style: Belgian Quad
- ABV: 10.0%
- Brewery: Kyoto Brewing
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThere’s a fun guest pour in Tachikawa right now: Sakamichi Brewing is serving Kyoto Brewing’s 'Belgian Quad.'
MugiWait, taproom only!? That phrase alone makes me want to sprint to Tachikawa.
Hop BroAnd it’s a Belgian Quad at 10.0%, a rich Belgian-style ale that basically asks for a slow night and a proper glass.
MugiBelgian Quad sounds like beer on hard mode! What’s the quad part even mean?
Hop BroIt’s a monastery-inspired rich style, so think big boozy and layered. Deep sweetness, deep aroma, and definitely not a chugger.
MugiWhoa, and the article says Okinawan black sugar? This beer just put on dessert makeup.
Hop BroThat’s the hook: dark malt, black sugar, and a long kettle boil build serious depth, so it feels lush without turning flat or sugary.
MugiHold on, does a long kettle boil mean you standing over a pot like the final boss of soup?
Hop BroPretty much, but the point is concentrating flavor. You also get dried-fruit notes, and a naturally dry finish keeps all that weight surprisingly tidy.
MugiWhat, with dried-fruit aromatics too!? That’s basically a Christmas cake that learned carbonation.
Hop BroExactly, and I’m already thirsty. Kyoto Brewing as guest at Sakamichi Brewing makes it feel even more like a special detour beer.
MugiThen it’s settled, rich but still snappy is my weakness. I want this in a glass immediately!
