And Beer to Roll Out Best Bitter "Vale" at Its Yamanashi and Tokyo Locations
And Beer, based in Koshu, Yamanashi, is rolling out its new Best Bitter-style beer, "Vale," in stages. ABV is 4.8%. Prioritizing malt richness and moderate bitterness over flashiness, it will be offered at its own taprooms and through its business-to-business e-commerce site.
Hop BroAnd Beer has released a new Best Bitter called "Vale." It doesn't hit you with flashiness; it's the kind that quietly sinks in.
MugiReally? Best Bitter sounds bitter just from the name, but what does it taste like?
Hop BroActually, the star is the malt richness. It has proper bitterness, but it's designed so you don't get tired of drinking it. And with an ABV of 4.8%, it's one you can sip smoothly.
MugiWhat? A "supporting role" like that exists for beer too?
Hop BroIt does. It's the kind of beer that works as either the first drink or the last one, with exactly the right level of bitterness. That's the laid-back style And Beer does so well.
MugiHuh! By the way, what does "Vale" mean?
Hop BroIt's named after the basin view seen from the Katsunuma Fruit Line, in other words, the everyday scenery of Katsunuma. I like how it carries the feel of the land right into the beer.
MugiWait, that's so romantic? I love that the Koshu City perspective is built into the name!
Hop BroIt's rolling out sequentially at the brewery's own taprooms in Koenji, Asagaya, and Yamanashi, and keg sales have also started on the business-to-business e-commerce site. It ends once it's sold out, so if you're interested, sooner is better.
MugiThen I have to go drink it! I want to check out the malt richness for myself and start with it as my first beer too!
And Beer, based in Koshu, Yamanashi, is now serving its new Best Bitter-style beer, "Vale," in stages. In its post, the brewery says the beer is 4.8% ABV and was designed not to push aroma or bitterness too aggressively, but to create a flavor that gently fits into everyday moments.
The beer is characterized by a gentle malt-derived richness and a well-balanced bitterness that keeps it easy to drink without fatigue. It is designed, in a sense, to be a "supporting star" that can work as either the first beer of the night or the last one. In true And Beer fashion, it stands out as a pint made for relaxed enjoyment.
The name "Vale" was reportedly inspired by the view of the basin seen from the Katsunuma Fruit Line, in other words, the everyday landscape of Katsunuma. The way the brewery turns a local landscape into a beer name reflects a perspective that feels distinctly rooted in Koshu City and Katsunuma.
The beer is being offered sequentially at the brewery's own taprooms in Koenji, Asagaya, and Yamanashi, and sales will end once it sells out. At the same time, keg sales have also begun on its business-to-business e-commerce site for restaurants and bars. If you're interested, it's worth checking the information for each location.
Product Information
- Style: Best Bitter
- Beer Name: Vale
- ABV: 4.8%
- Available At: The brewery's taprooms and its business-to-business e-commerce site
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAnd Beer has released a new Best Bitter called "Vale." It doesn't hit you with flashiness; it's the kind that quietly sinks in.
MugiReally? Best Bitter sounds bitter just from the name, but what does it taste like?
Hop BroActually, the star is the malt richness. It has proper bitterness, but it's designed so you don't get tired of drinking it. And with an ABV of 4.8%, it's one you can sip smoothly.
MugiWhat? A "supporting role" like that exists for beer too?
Hop BroIt does. It's the kind of beer that works as either the first drink or the last one, with exactly the right level of bitterness. That's the laid-back style And Beer does so well.
MugiHuh! By the way, what does "Vale" mean?
Hop BroIt's named after the basin view seen from the Katsunuma Fruit Line, in other words, the everyday scenery of Katsunuma. I like how it carries the feel of the land right into the beer.
MugiWait, that's so romantic? I love that the Koshu City perspective is built into the name!
Hop BroIt's rolling out sequentially at the brewery's own taprooms in Koenji, Asagaya, and Yamanashi, and keg sales have also started on the business-to-business e-commerce site. It ends once it's sold out, so if you're interested, sooner is better.
MugiThen I have to go drink it! I want to check out the malt richness for myself and start with it as my first beer too!
