Raku Stand Bar, Kyoto

17/20

via @HuMun

This is how edamame was made to be eaten - surrounded by gallons of beer. Super-friendly atmosphere at this stand bar (where you lean on props, rather than sit or stand) makes these beans all the more tasty.

Sweetness of pea 2 / 2

Size of pea 2 / 2

Juiciness of pea 2 / 2

Hairiness of pod 1 / 2

Pod coloration (vibrant & consistent) 2 / 2

Coarseness of salt 2 / 2

Overall flavour 1 / 2

Beer enhancement 2 / 2

Temperature 1 / 2

Edamame presentation 2 / 2

TOTAL 17 / 20