Onomichi Brewery Reveals Brewing of Iwakishima Tomato Weizen, Progressing with a Strong Tomato Aroma
Onomichi Brewery (Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture) revealed on Instagram on April 30 that it was in the middle of brewing "Iwakishima Tomato Weizen." This seasonal wheat beer uses tomatoes from Iwakishima, and a tart glass aimed at summer is now getting underway.
Hop BroOnomichi Brewery posted on Instagram that it was brewing Iwakishima Tomato Weizen. Just the words "tomatoes in" already bring a hint of summer, don't they?
MugiWait, they put tomatoes in beer!? And with a strong tomato aroma too, I can't even imagine what that tastes like!
Hop BroThis is a seasonal wheat beer made with plenty of tomatoes from Iwakishima. Instead of pushing sweetness, it's the kind of beer that drinks through its acidity and light body.
MugiWheat beer sounds kind of fluffy, but what is a Weizen anyway?
Hop BroWeizen is a German-style beer made with wheat malt, and it has a soft mouthfeel. When that gentle drinkability meets tomato acidity, it becomes just right for a hot day.
MugiWhoa! And they're saying the tomato aroma is already strong in the final stages of brewing, so now I have nothing but expectations!
Hop BroThe post said they were "struggling with wheat as always," but you could also feel their confidence that it was fine now that they had come this far. Since brewing is in the final stretch, all that's left is to wait for it to come together deliciously.
MugiDoes Onomichi Brewery have anything else interesting? Since we're here, I want to try a beer that feels like Onomichi too!
Hop BroDefinitely, they've got Onomichi Ale, Shimanami Golden Ale, 1894 Hojicha Helles, and even Shironeko Weizen. The strength of the local-ingredients lineup is part of this brewpub's appeal.
MugiBeing able to drink freshly brewed beer deep inside a shopping arcade is way too good! Just the idea of a brewpub in a renovated kura makes me want to go!
Hop BroThen next time, let's go together when Iwakishima Tomato Weizen is released. I want to get a head start on summer in Onomichi with a freshly poured glass.
MugiI'm in! It sounds like it'll be refreshing with tomato acidity, and it gives me the feeling that it's the perfect beer for summer! I want to drink it soon!
Brewing Scene
In Onomichi Brewery's Instagram post, the opening line read, "Tomatoes in!!" and introduced that brewing of Iwakishima Tomato Weizen was progressing. The post said they were "struggling with wheat as always," but also hinted at confidence now that they had reached this point. The brew has entered its final stages, and the post also noted that the tomato aroma is coming through strongly, making it a piece that raises expectations for the finished beer.
What Kind of Beer Is It?
Iwakishima Tomato Weizen is a wheat beer made generously with tomatoes from Iwakishima. In Onomichi Brewery's lineup, it is presented as a refreshing beer whose tomato acidity suits the hot season. Rather than leading with sweetness, it is the kind of beer that goes down smoothly with acidity and lightness from the tomatoes, making it easy to enjoy alongside a meal.
What You Can Drink at Onomichi Brewery
Onomichi Brewery is a brewpub renovated from a kura storehouse built in 1894. Located deep in Onomichi's shopping arcade, its appeal is that you can enjoy freshly brewed beer while looking out at the brewing equipment. Regular offerings include Onomichi Ale made with Onomichi lemons, Shimanami Golden Ale paired with Onomichi mikan oranges, 1894 Hojicha Helles with the aroma of roasted green tea, and Shironeko Weizen, a wheat beer with a soft mouthfeel. With a lineup centered on local ingredients, it is easy to choose a beer that feels distinctly like Onomichi.
One More Thing
If you're interested in a tomato seasonal beer, it's worth following the brewing process from the start. At this brewpub tucked away in the shopping arcade, you can enjoy a freshly poured glass together with the atmosphere of Onomichi.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroOnomichi Brewery posted on Instagram that it was brewing Iwakishima Tomato Weizen. Just the words "tomatoes in" already bring a hint of summer, don't they?
MugiWait, they put tomatoes in beer!? And with a strong tomato aroma too, I can't even imagine what that tastes like!
Hop BroThis is a seasonal wheat beer made with plenty of tomatoes from Iwakishima. Instead of pushing sweetness, it's the kind of beer that drinks through its acidity and light body.
MugiWheat beer sounds kind of fluffy, but what is a Weizen anyway?
Hop BroWeizen is a German-style beer made with wheat malt, and it has a soft mouthfeel. When that gentle drinkability meets tomato acidity, it becomes just right for a hot day.
MugiWhoa! And they're saying the tomato aroma is already strong in the final stages of brewing, so now I have nothing but expectations!
Hop BroThe post said they were "struggling with wheat as always," but you could also feel their confidence that it was fine now that they had come this far. Since brewing is in the final stretch, all that's left is to wait for it to come together deliciously.
MugiDoes Onomichi Brewery have anything else interesting? Since we're here, I want to try a beer that feels like Onomichi too!
Hop BroDefinitely, they've got Onomichi Ale, Shimanami Golden Ale, 1894 Hojicha Helles, and even Shironeko Weizen. The strength of the local-ingredients lineup is part of this brewpub's appeal.
MugiBeing able to drink freshly brewed beer deep inside a shopping arcade is way too good! Just the idea of a brewpub in a renovated kura makes me want to go!
Hop BroThen next time, let's go together when Iwakishima Tomato Weizen is released. I want to get a head start on summer in Onomichi with a freshly poured glass.
MugiI'm in! It sounds like it'll be refreshing with tomato acidity, and it gives me the feeling that it's the perfect beer for summer! I want to drink it soon!
