Cycad Brewing's Latest Tap Update: Two New Beers Opened in Ikebukuro
The brewpub "Cycad Brewing" in Nishi-Ikebukuro, Tokyo, updated Instagram at 11:57 on March 17 and released its latest "on tap" list. This time, the lineup features 10 beers total, with the Amber IPA "riedlei3" and the West Coast IPA "michele" added as newly tapped offerings.
Hop BroIkebukuro breaking news! Cycad Brewing's latest tap is out, and 2 of the 10 beers are newly on tap.
MugiWhat! Which two? I’m curious just from the names of the new taps!
Hop BroThe ones to watch are riedlei3 and michele. The former is an Amber IPA at 6.5%, and the latter is a West Coast IPA at 7.0%.
MugiWhat is that! What exactly is an Amber IPA? How is it different from a regular IPA?
Hop BroIn short, it’s a balance of malt character and bitterness. Think caramel-like richness paired with hop bitterness.
MugiOhhh! Then what about michele? I keep hearing about the crispness of a West Coast IPA!
Hop BroThat’s where dry, sharp bitterness takes center stage. The aroma is bright, but the finish snaps clean, making you want the next sip faster.
MugiWow, I want to compare them! And with everything from a Session IPA at 4.0% to a Black IPA at 6.0%, it’s perfect from the first glass to the finish!
Hop BroExactly. They’ve also got Flavored Wheat, Porter, Italian Pilsner, and Helles. The location is 4-19-14 Nishi-Ikebukuro; checking the latest Instagram before you go is the safest bet.
MugiIt’s settled! Today I’m checking what I can drink right now in Ikebukuro and going for riedlei3 and michele first!
Cycad Brewing, where you can enjoy house-brewed beer in the Ikebukuro area, has released its current tap list. The post says, "Here is the current tap list" and "2 new beers on tap," making for a lineup with a wide range of tasting options.
The highlights this time are the two newly tapped beers.
- riedlei3 (Amber IPA / 6.5%)
- michele (West Coast IPA / 7.0%)
In addition, the following eight beers, from staples to more distinctive styles, are also being served.
- rigida golau (Session IPA / 4.0%)
- buzz honey (Flavored Wheat / 4.5%)
- cookie cream potaro (Flavored Porter / 5.0%)
- tesla italiano 7 (Italian Pilsner / 5.0%)
- hechtia3 (American IPA / 5.5%)
- sakura steam (Californian Common / 6.0%)
- spot6 (Black IPA / 6.0%)
- tesla morningstar7 (Helles / 6.0%)
Because the lineup ranges from a low-ABV Session IPA to a hop-forward West Coast IPA and a porter with rich malt character, it is easy to build your drinking order from the first glass through the finish. The brewpub is located at Nishi-Ikebukuro Mart, 4-19-14 Nishi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo. If you want to check what’s available to drink right now in Ikebukuro, it’s a good idea to check the latest post before you go.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroIkebukuro breaking news! Cycad Brewing's latest tap is out, and 2 of the 10 beers are newly on tap.
MugiWhat! Which two? I’m curious just from the names of the new taps!
Hop BroThe ones to watch are riedlei3 and michele. The former is an Amber IPA at 6.5%, and the latter is a West Coast IPA at 7.0%.
MugiWhat is that! What exactly is an Amber IPA? How is it different from a regular IPA?
Hop BroIn short, it’s a balance of malt character and bitterness. Think caramel-like richness paired with hop bitterness.
MugiOhhh! Then what about michele? I keep hearing about the crispness of a West Coast IPA!
Hop BroThat’s where dry, sharp bitterness takes center stage. The aroma is bright, but the finish snaps clean, making you want the next sip faster.
MugiWow, I want to compare them! And with everything from a Session IPA at 4.0% to a Black IPA at 6.0%, it’s perfect from the first glass to the finish!
Hop BroExactly. They’ve also got Flavored Wheat, Porter, Italian Pilsner, and Helles. The location is 4-19-14 Nishi-Ikebukuro; checking the latest Instagram before you go is the safest bet.
MugiIt’s settled! Today I’m checking what I can drink right now in Ikebukuro and going for riedlei3 and michele first!
