PrintUpcoming Japanese Trend: Hot Beer
How would you like to gulp down a frothy, steaming glass of...beer? According to American expat in Japan Peter Payne Japanese beer company Kirin is introducing Hot Beer, beer that is heated to about 120°F and accompanied by a cinnamon stick and sugar cubes. "The heat of the beer is supposed to bring out flavors not present when served cold, including a deep aroma not unlike that of coffee." If you're curious enough, you can try this at home by microwaving your own beer.
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5 Comments:
Uh, having experimented with hot beer cocktails, like the Ale Flip that is certainly true about the flavors.
But, wow, everything that is (very) old can be new again.
erik_flannestad at 2:50PM on 01/28/08
I mentioned this hot beer to a friend and his first reaction was of disgust. ;) Can't knock it until you try it though, eh? I don't drink beer (or any alcohol; my taste buds have yet to adjust), but if it involves sugar and cinnamon I'm in.
roboppy at 3:05PM on 01/28/08
I don't know about you guys but I'm partial to my beer being cold. I would try it though in the same way I have hot sake with sushi. I think it would definately enhance the flavor.
The Healthy Irishman at 9:50PM on 01/28/08
I have enough trouble adding ice cubes to beer (which I do from time to time when the beer's not frosty enough), so hot beer sounds kinda unappetizing.
RheaB at 9:42AM on 01/29/08
because i'm uncouth, i actually find beer tastes and smells like soy sauce... so i guess hot beer would go down like a soy sauce broth?
onedaylingers at 2:24PM on 01/29/08