Here's our round-up of some of the recent and upcoming craft beer-focused openings around the city
No matter where you are in the world these days, the thirst for independently brewed “craft beer” seems insatiable—and inextricably linked to gastronomic culture. Basically, as more people desire great food, they want great drinks as well. Like many emerging markets for craft beer, Hong Kong is quickly getting on board with this revolution. Until a few years ago, the city was a barren wasteland where you couldn’t locate pretty much anything beyond the standard macro-brewed lager or stout. But Hong Kong is ever-changing. The city now boasts breweries numbering in the double digits, while savvy restaurants and bars try to meet demand as more customers discover these new brews. Here’s what’s brewing on our radar.
Jon Braun is a co-founder and director of Hong Kong craft beer importer/distributor Hop Leaf Limited — and he's determined to spread the gospel of good beer around the world
Coedo Taproom
Japan’s award-winning Coedo brewery gets its own taproom (the first outside Japan) at the end of July. Expect six dedicated Coedo taps with a mix of the Saitama-based brewery’s year-round and seasonal offerings – such as the Ruri Pilsner, Shikkoku Black Lager and Beniaka Sweet Potato Amber Ale – as well as six guest taps offering the best of the best in global craft beer. Don’t forget to pair your brews with some fabulous yakitori, tempura and other delights, in what promises to be a true taste of Japanese beer-drinking culture.
Coedo Taproom, Shop C, Fashion Walk Food Street, 50-56 Paterson Street, Causeway Bay
