Tamba-Sasayama Zigzag Brewery introduces "Sakura and Black Soybean Brown Ale" that makes the most of black soybean flavor
Tamba-Sasayama Zigzag Brewery in Tamba-Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture, introduced "Sakura and Black Soybean Brown Ale." on Instagram. It highlights the gentle flavor of locally grown black soybeans and the sweetness of malt, offering an easy-drinking finish with restrained bitterness.
Hop BroToday, I want to talk about the "Sakura and Black Soybean Brown Ale." from Tamba-Sasayama Zigzag Brewery in Hyogo.
MugiWhoa! Sakura and black soybeans? The name alone sounds delicious, and kind of mysterious!
Hop BroThat is what makes it interesting. It is a low-bitterness brown ale that layers the gentle flavor of locally grown black soybeans with the subtle sweetness of malt.
MugiMalt? What is that? Kind of like the sweetness part of beer?
Hop BroRoughly, yes. Malt is grain that has been dried after malting. It adds the aroma of freshly baked bread and a subtle sweetness to beer.
MugiOhhh! So this beer is kind of the best of both worlds: the Japanese feel of black soybeans and the toasty character of a brown ale!
Hop BroExactly. And brown ales are known for their calm, toasty character, so they pair well with the ingredients from Tamba-Sasayama. It also has that satoyama craft feel.
MugiAnd this brewery also has Weizen, pale ale, and even ESB!? Their lineup is seriously pro-level!
Hop BroRight. Their official site says they make "craft beer that delivers a cup of happiness," and they are also skilled at using local ingredients like in their black soybean imperial IPA.
MugiIt feels like you could sense not just the beer, but the atmosphere of the place too. I would really want to savor this as a beer that pairs with food.
Hop BroYeah, the name feels springlike and light, while the taste stays gentle. With this kind of black soybean kindness, it makes you want just one more sip.
MugiAll right, I have decided! Tonight, I want to do a quiet toast with this one!
Tamba-Sasayama Zigzag Brewery introduced "Sakura and Black Soybean Brown Ale." on Instagram. In the post, the brewery said it layered the gentle flavor brought by locally sourced black soybeans from Tamba-Sasayama with the subtle sweetness of malt, while keeping the bitterness low. The result is a composition that combines the calm, toasty character typical of a brown ale with ingredients that reflect the character of the region.
The brewery is based in Tamba-Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture, and its official website features the slogan "Craft beer that delivers a cup of happiness." As a small craft brewery surrounded by satoyama countryside, it offers a lineup that includes Weizen, pale ale, ESB, and black soybean imperial IPA, making its use of local ingredients especially memorable.
This brown ale appears to be another beer in that same vein. Its cherry blossom-themed name strongly evokes the feel of spring, but the flavor centers on the gentle balance of black soybeans and malt. It is the kind of beer you will want to take your time with, even as one that pairs well with food.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, I want to talk about the "Sakura and Black Soybean Brown Ale." from Tamba-Sasayama Zigzag Brewery in Hyogo.
MugiWhoa! Sakura and black soybeans? The name alone sounds delicious, and kind of mysterious!
Hop BroThat is what makes it interesting. It is a low-bitterness brown ale that layers the gentle flavor of locally grown black soybeans with the subtle sweetness of malt.
MugiMalt? What is that? Kind of like the sweetness part of beer?
Hop BroRoughly, yes. Malt is grain that has been dried after malting. It adds the aroma of freshly baked bread and a subtle sweetness to beer.
MugiOhhh! So this beer is kind of the best of both worlds: the Japanese feel of black soybeans and the toasty character of a brown ale!
Hop BroExactly. And brown ales are known for their calm, toasty character, so they pair well with the ingredients from Tamba-Sasayama. It also has that satoyama craft feel.
MugiAnd this brewery also has Weizen, pale ale, and even ESB!? Their lineup is seriously pro-level!
Hop BroRight. Their official site says they make "craft beer that delivers a cup of happiness," and they are also skilled at using local ingredients like in their black soybean imperial IPA.
MugiIt feels like you could sense not just the beer, but the atmosphere of the place too. I would really want to savor this as a beer that pairs with food.
Hop BroYeah, the name feels springlike and light, while the taste stays gentle. With this kind of black soybean kindness, it makes you want just one more sip.
MugiAll right, I have decided! Tonight, I want to do a quiet toast with this one!
