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The popularity of craft beer and local beer has been growing rapidly in recent years, and there are no signs of slowing down. Many beer lovers have become addicted to it
Akita Prefectureone of Japan's leading hop-producing regions. Akita Akura Beer'IBUKI hops'uses
This time, we compared five types of craft beer from the regular lineup, which Akita Akura Beer has redesigned in collaboration with Akita University of ArtWe've checked out the unique features of each!
What is Akita Akura Beer?
Akita Akura Beer's predecessor was a sake brewery,which reopened in 1997 as a small beer brewery.The sake brewery building still remains on the premises facing the Asahikawa River, allowing visitors to feel the atmosphere of the past.The name "Akura" is also said to be derived from the name of the sake brewery.
Akita Akura Beer's regular lineup of five types
The brewery produces five regular varieties and 20 seasonal varieties, and, "Beer Cafe Akura" and "Restaurant Platz."you can enjoy their flavors along with meals at
The brewery also has an attached shoppaid tastings,beer,by the glass, take home bottlesandbuy giftswhere you can enjoy"Akita Akura Beer Original Growler,", you can buy 1kg for 1,100 yen (tax included), compared to 1,650 yen (tax included) if you bring your own container.
There is also a standing counter corner, and when the weather is nice you can enjoy a beer in the courtyard
Akura is a beer cafe directly operated by the brewery and located on the second floor
On the second floor of the breweryBeer Cafe Akura. According to their website, you can enjoy the day's beer while getting information unique to a brewery-direct establishment (brewing date, current batch status, brewing method, etc.).
not possible to go by car, it would be fun to visit on foot or by public transport, shop at the brewery store, and then have a few snacks and drinks at the beer cafe before heading home!
Introducing five new products in our regular lineup with renewed label designs
The regular lineup features five beers with brand new label designs in collaboration with Akita Prefectural University of Art, each of which is unique and delicious. We'll introduce each one individually to you!
Hops : Bitter: IBUKI from Yokote, Akita Prefecture; Galaxy from Australia. Aroma: Nelson Sauvin from New Zealand; Mosaic and Citra from the USA.
Best before date: 90 days
Awards
2012 Asia Beer Cup Gold Award (American India Pale Ale Category)
2012 Tokyo Governor's Award (1st place in the Beer Fest Tokyo popularity poll)
2020 Frankfurt International Trophy (Germany) Gold Medal
Namahage IPA label design
Just by looking at the name, you know it's an Akita beer! And the visual is cute too. It has a veryfruity aroma with hints of herbs, so you might think it's sweet, but it's actually dry with a strong bitterness, making for a pleasantly surprising drinking experience.
It has an alcohol content of 6.0% and is a very popular pale ale-style beer with a strong bitter taste and a strong flavor that goes down smoothly
Hops : Bitter: IBUKI from Yokote, Akita Prefecture
Best before date: 90 days
Awards
2007 International Beer Cup Silver Award (Munich Helles Category)
2015 International Beer Cup Bronze Award (International Lager Category)
Akita Beauty beer label design
One of our local prides is that100% IBUKI hops from Yokotewe useWe have succeeded in retaining the polyphenols andhave obtained a patent for this process. It is a crisp lager with an alcohol content of 5.0%.
The beer color of Akita Bijin beer
In 2007, it won a silver medal at the International Beer Cup, and it remains one of the flagship craft beers of Akita Akura Beer, which continues to be popular today.
Hops : Bitter: IBUKI from Yokote, Akita Prefecture; Aroma: Sabro Mosaic from the USA
Best before date: 90 days
Awards
2014 International Beer Cup Silver Award (Experimental Beer Category)
2015 International Beer Cup Silver Award (Experimental Beer Category)
2015 World Beer Awards (Host country: UK) Gold Award (Rice Beer category)
Ancient rice amber label design
Although it has a relatively low alcohol content of 4.5%,its amber color suggests a rich beer, and its aroma is strong, with a fruity character and a distinct rice aroma.
The use of rare ancient rice gives it a strong flavor, which is what makes it so appealing and has earned it a good reputation among beer lovers
Ancient rice amber beer color
In 2015, it won a gold medal at the World Beer Awards and asilver medal at the International Beer Cup, achieving a double victory.
Hops : Bitter: IBUKI from Yokote, Akita Prefecture; Aroma: Sabro Citra from the USA
Best before date: 90 days
Awards
2020 International Beer Cup Silver Award Winner (IPL Category)
2021 Great Beer Awards Silver Award Winner
2021 World Beer Awards (UK) Gold Award Winner (Hoppy Lager Category)
Akita Komachi IPL label design
This beer is very easy to drink and is recommended even for those who are new to beer or don't particularly like it.Its mild flavor and grapefruit-like aroma make it easy to drink and appealing to a wide range of people.The alcohol content is 5.5%.
Akita Komachi IPL beer color
a gold medal at the World Beer Awards in 2021It won
Akita Ginjo Beer
Style: Sake Yeast Beer. Uses a new yeast [Akita Ginjo Yeast] jointly developed by Akita Prefectural University and Akita Akura Beer (a blend of sake/ginjo yeast and German-derived yeast).
Hops : Bitter: IBUKI from Yokote, Akita Prefecture; Aroma: Saffia from Germany
Best before date: 90 days
Awards
2015 International Beer Cup Bronze Award (Experimental Beer Category)
2016 Asia Beer Cup Bronze Award (Experimental Beer Category)
2017 International Beer Cup Gold Award (Experimental Beer Category)
2018 International Beer Cup Gold Award (Experimental Beer Category)
2019 International Beer Cup Gold Award (Experimental Beer Category Champion)
Akita Ginjo Beer label design
This craft beer is made with a new yeast created by combining sake ginjo yeast and beer yeast. Ithas a slightly cloudy, thick mouthfeel that evokes a sense of Japan, and a subtle acidity upon first sip, which is characteristic of sake. The bittersweet aftertaste is characteristic of beer, resulting in a perfectly matched beer.
the gold medal at the International Beer Cup for three consecutive years, from 2017 to 2019It won
The color of Akita Ginjo beer
It has a moderately mellow and fruity yet elegant aroma that will draw you in, and the 5.0% alcohol content makes it just the right drink
summary
Local beers are becoming more and more popular all over the country. The flavors that are infused with the passion of craftsmen are equally delicious, no matter where you look
Many breweries also have restaurants on-site that serve freshly brewed beer along with food and a ambiance that matches it
We've focused on Akita Akura Beer, one of the breweries that produces such discerning craft beers. The appeal of Akita Akura Beer is that it uses locally grown hops, creating a distinctive beer that truly brings out the essence of Akita. Why not try this award-winning beer and experience the flavor of Akita?
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