Taru Taru, a beer pub in Kawaramachi, Takamatsu, is featuring MAHOWBREW’s guest beer Cordelia. The beer is an Imperial Gose brewed with Nakijin watermelon, Tomigusuku cucumber, sea salt from Yagaji Island, and lychee. The brewery adds sea salt and coriander seed during the whirlpool stage, then adds the fruit after fermentation, which gives the beer a clearly defined flavor structure.

On the palate, the first impression is a fresh melon-like character driven by watermelon and cucumber. That is followed by watermelon and lychee sweetness, the beer’s acidity, and a clean salty edge that keeps everything in balance. Coriander seed adds a subtle spice note without taking over the profile.

The post describes Cordelia as a new release in the Imperial Gose style and notes that it should work well with Japanese food. It also suggests that the beer could pair nicely with a simple sandwich, which makes it easy to imagine alongside lighter dishes.

Taru Taru is the kind of beer pub where guest taps can show a lot of character. In a neighborhood setting like Kawaramachi, a beer such as Cordelia fits well: bright fruit, acidity, salt, and a modest spice accent make it a beer that can be enjoyed on its own or alongside food.