DONZO Brewing’s February-limited "Orangette Beer" offered at KOTOVEGAS
As a limited menu item tied to DONZO Brewing (Donzo Brewing) in Kagawa, KOTOVEGAS announced "Orangette Beer" on February 16, 2026, priced at 800 yen. The base is "Kotohira IPA." It is a seasonal concept for the Chocolate Fair, layering citrus and herbal elements.
Hop BroToday I’m introducing an interesting drink from Kagawa: DONZO Brewing’s February-limited "Orangette Beer"! KOTOVEGAS announced it on February 16, 2026, and the price is 800 yen.
MugiWait! Orangette, as in the sweet with orange coated in chocolate!? They’re doing that in a beer!?
Hop BroExactly. The base is DONZO Brewing’s "Kotohira IPA," then they blend in Aperol, the orange-and-herb liqueur, and finish it with cocoa powder.
MugiWhat is that! So much information! Is it okay to add liqueur to an IPA?
Hop BroIt is. The aim is to layer aromas: the IPA’s hop-derived fruity bitterness with Aperol’s sweetness and citrus notes. In other words, it’s a "drinkable orangette."
MugiI kind of get the layering, but how bitter is it? I’m not great with things that are too sweet...
Hop BroThat’s the point. The post even describes it as suitable for people who don’t like flavors that are too sweet. It’s dessert-like, but not one-note sweet-a balanced seasonal menu item.
MugiOhhh! Even though it’s for the Chocolate Fair, it still sounds easy to drink. That’s the best!
Hop BroAnd since it’s limited to February, it will likely change out soon. If you’re interested, you’ll want to keep checking KOTOVEGAS and DONZO Brewing’s updates. DONZO is at 182-2 Kotohira-cho, and its business days are set, so checking before you go is the safe move.
MugiI’ve decided! I want to drink Orangette Beer! Hops, let’s toast with that sometime!
Hop BroSounds good, let’s do it! The bitterness of the IPA and the aroma of orange and cocoa are the kind of thing that would absolutely get you hyped when you experience it in person!
On February 16, 2026, an Instagram post from KOTOVEGAS (https://www.instagram.com/p/DUzEJ65Ex_L/) introduced "Orangette Beer" as DONZO Brewing’s February-limited menu item. The price is 800 yen.
According to the post, the drink is made by blending DONZO Brewing’s "Kotohira IPA" with Aperol, an Italian liqueur made with oranges and herbs, and finishing it with cocoa powder. It is described as a beer that aims for the flavor of an "orangette"-a chocolate-covered orange peel-by layering the fruity bitterness of the IPA with the sweetness of Aperol.
Seen in the context of a Chocolate Fair, the key point of this menu is its design: it is not sweetness-only. The post also says it is a beer suited to people who do not like flavors that are too sweet, making it a seasonal offering that balances dessert-beer direction with drinkability.
DONZO Brewing (Donzo Brewing) is a brewery in the Kotohira area of Kagawa. In this announcement, its address is listed as 182-2 Kotohira-cho, Kagawa Prefecture, with business hours of 18:00-22:00 on weekdays, 12:00-22:00 on Saturdays, and 12:00-20:00 on Sundays and holidays (last order 30 minutes before closing; fried foods 1 hour before), and closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. It is notable as an effort that combines seasonal planning with the local craft beer scene.
Because it is limited to February, similar offerings may be replaced once the period ends. If you are following Chocolate Fair-style beers, it is worth keeping an eye on future updates from both KOTOVEGAS and DONZO Brewing.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday I’m introducing an interesting drink from Kagawa: DONZO Brewing’s February-limited "Orangette Beer"! KOTOVEGAS announced it on February 16, 2026, and the price is 800 yen.
MugiWait! Orangette, as in the sweet with orange coated in chocolate!? They’re doing that in a beer!?
Hop BroExactly. The base is DONZO Brewing’s "Kotohira IPA," then they blend in Aperol, the orange-and-herb liqueur, and finish it with cocoa powder.
MugiWhat is that! So much information! Is it okay to add liqueur to an IPA?
Hop BroIt is. The aim is to layer aromas: the IPA’s hop-derived fruity bitterness with Aperol’s sweetness and citrus notes. In other words, it’s a "drinkable orangette."
MugiI kind of get the layering, but how bitter is it? I’m not great with things that are too sweet...
Hop BroThat’s the point. The post even describes it as suitable for people who don’t like flavors that are too sweet. It’s dessert-like, but not one-note sweet-a balanced seasonal menu item.
MugiOhhh! Even though it’s for the Chocolate Fair, it still sounds easy to drink. That’s the best!
Hop BroAnd since it’s limited to February, it will likely change out soon. If you’re interested, you’ll want to keep checking KOTOVEGAS and DONZO Brewing’s updates. DONZO is at 182-2 Kotohira-cho, and its business days are set, so checking before you go is the safe move.
MugiI’ve decided! I want to drink Orangette Beer! Hops, let’s toast with that sometime!
Hop BroSounds good, let’s do it! The bitterness of the IPA and the aroma of orange and cocoa are the kind of thing that would absolutely get you hyped when you experience it in person!
