Sakura Taps taps Mugi Zakkoku Kobo's "Ogawa Porter" and "UTSUROI"
At the beer pub Sakura Taps in Hanasaki-cho, Yokohama, the latest update to its daily-changing 8 taps is in. Alongside Mugi Zakkoku Kobo's "Ogawa Porter" and Yellow Monkey Brewing's "UTSUROI," the lineup ranges from a standard Helles to collaboration beers.
Hop BroSakura Taps in Yoshida-cho, Yokohama just refreshed all eight of its daily taps at once, and the lineup is seriously interesting.
MugiWhoa! Eight taps is a lot, right? And they even have Mugi Zakkoku Kobo in the mix, which alone makes me curious!
Hop BroThe star this time is Ogawa Porter, which is dark but easy to drink, with roasted aromas and hop bitterness brought together really neatly.
MugiRoasted aroma? Like coffee? But the part about a crisp finish is kind of unexpected!
Hop BroExactly. You get the toasty character of roasted malt, but it doesn't feel heavy, and that's the key point. It's like a dark beer that drinks light.
MugiNice! Then I want to try UTSUROI next too! Ginjo-like aroma from sake yeast sounds classy just from the name!
Hop BroYellow Monkey Brewing's version is aromatic and expressive, but the sip is clean. Even though the ginjo aroma comes to the front, it's smooth to drink, which is great.
MugiWait, a beer that smells like sake? Then that sake yeast character thing is definitely something I want to know more about!
Hop BroAnd they even have the shop-named Yoshidacho Helles plus a Sakura Taps x Numazu Craft collaboration, so they really nailed the local feel too.
MugiWhat is that, it sounds so fun! If they have everything from Helles to hazy styles, I could even build a tasting lineup around it. Now I want to go today!
Located on Nora Neko Street in Yoshida-cho, Yokohama, Sakura Taps is a beer pub where you can enjoy craft beer and seasonal food in a relaxed interior. It offers 8 taps that change daily, and in the latest update, a porter from Mugi Zakkoku Kobo and a beer from Yellow Monkey Brewing with character derived from sake yeast have been newly added.
Today's taps
- Summer's Door / Mugi Zakkoku Kobo: A hoppy saison characterized by the herbal bitterness of German Amarillo and a dry finish typical of the style.
- Yoshidacho Helles 2026 / Sakura Taps × Numazu Craft: A collaboration Helles bearing the shop's name. A label to enjoy as a beer rooted in its local area.
- Triple Cone / West Coast Brewing: A new hazy beer with tropical fruit aromas spreading through the glass.
- No.03 Yayoi IPA #2 / F A R M E N T R Y: An IPA designed around juicy aromas reminiscent of tropical fruit.
- Ogawa Porter / Mugi Zakkoku Kobo: A dark beer with depth from roasted notes, hop bitterness, and a crisp finish.
- ONMEN BRÄU / Baeren × Highbury: A Rauchbock with the toasty aroma of smoked malt and a substantial body that stands out.
- UTSUROI / Yellow Monkey Brewing: A beer that highlights the ginjo-like aroma derived from sake yeast while finishing with a clean drinkability.
- Unexpected / Sakura Smoked Workshop × 254 Beer: A tripel with Shiranui citrus peel used as a hidden accent, balancing fruitiness with a warming mouthfeel.
Sakura Taps is known for serving beer while explaining each beer's character in detail, making it easy to build a comparative tasting lineup. For anyone around Yokohama's Kannai area who wants to follow a wide range of styles, from Helles and saison to hazy, porter, and Rauchbier, this current tap lineup offers plenty to see. With food to pair with the beer as well, it's a place worth checking out for a slow, relaxed visit.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSakura Taps in Yoshida-cho, Yokohama just refreshed all eight of its daily taps at once, and the lineup is seriously interesting.
MugiWhoa! Eight taps is a lot, right? And they even have Mugi Zakkoku Kobo in the mix, which alone makes me curious!
Hop BroThe star this time is Ogawa Porter, which is dark but easy to drink, with roasted aromas and hop bitterness brought together really neatly.
MugiRoasted aroma? Like coffee? But the part about a crisp finish is kind of unexpected!
Hop BroExactly. You get the toasty character of roasted malt, but it doesn't feel heavy, and that's the key point. It's like a dark beer that drinks light.
MugiNice! Then I want to try UTSUROI next too! Ginjo-like aroma from sake yeast sounds classy just from the name!
Hop BroYellow Monkey Brewing's version is aromatic and expressive, but the sip is clean. Even though the ginjo aroma comes to the front, it's smooth to drink, which is great.
MugiWait, a beer that smells like sake? Then that sake yeast character thing is definitely something I want to know more about!
Hop BroAnd they even have the shop-named Yoshidacho Helles plus a Sakura Taps x Numazu Craft collaboration, so they really nailed the local feel too.
MugiWhat is that, it sounds so fun! If they have everything from Helles to hazy styles, I could even build a tasting lineup around it. Now I want to go today!
