Doctor Kong Brewing to release limited-edition anniversary sour ale "TWO" for its 2nd anniversary
Doctor Kong Brewing in Ube, Yamaguchi Prefecture has brewed a commemorative beer, "TWO," ahead of its second anniversary in April 2026. Made with koji also used in sake brewing, this sour ale has a gentle tartness that suits spring, and it will be sold in a limited three-bottle set together with THE ANSWER and YETI MAGIC.
Hop BroDoctor Kong Brewing in Ube City is releasing its 2nd-anniversary beer, "TWO". It’s a sour ale that fits spring, and the name alone already feels celebratory.
MugiWait, TWO isn’t just a number!? Naming the anniversary beer TWO is kind of stylish!
Hop BroWhat’s interesting is that it uses special koji to create a gentle tartness. It’s an idea that also connects to sake brewing, using citric acid in a clever way.
MugiKoji to make it sour!? Producing citric acid sounds like a science experiment, and my brain can’t keep up!
Hop BroSimply put, it uses the power of koji to create a refreshing acidity and finish it with a light, easygoing drinking feel. It’s the kind of beer that slips right into the spring air.
MugiOhh, so it’s the kind you can drink smoothly! And if it’s a spring-friendly sour ale, it would be perfect for hanami too!
Hop BroAnd this time it’s not sold on its own, but as a limited three-bottle set. With THE ANSWER and YETI MAGIC alongside it, the tasting comparison should be really fun.
MugiWow, that tasting set is strong! If it includes the flagship THE ANSWER, even beginners will probably be able to tell the differences in personality easily!
Hop BroTHE ANSWER is known for its balance of orange notes and spice, while YETI MAGIC focuses on drinkability with rice koji added. With TWO in the lineup, you can really see the range Doctor Kong has.
MugiYou can feel the love for the local area too. The words "made with pride in the local community" make the beer itself feel warmer somehow.
Hop BroExactly. These three beers from the Ube brewery let you enjoy the appeal of the ingredients and the differences in direction. Honestly, I’m already in the mood for a spring drink today.
MugiYeah, now I really want to drink it! I want to toast with TWO right now!
Ube, Yamaguchi Prefecture-based Doctor Kong Brewing has announced "TWO" as a new release to mark its second anniversary. In an Instagram post, the brewery says it is a sour ale with a gentle tartness, brewed using a special koji that produces citric acid, in an approach that also connects to sake brewing. It is a beer designed with a light, easygoing drinking impression that fits the feel of spring.
Sales will begin with an unveiling at the brewery's kura-biraki event, and it will be sold as a limited three-bottle set with THE ANSWER and YETI MAGIC. THE ANSWER is the brewery's flagship beer, with a well-balanced harmony of orange, sweet fruity aroma, and spice. YETI MAGIC is presented as an easy-to-drink beer based on a witbier, incorporating rice koji.
On its official website, the brewery says it aims to make craft beer that it can produce with pride in the local community, and that local people can be proud of as well. This three-bottle set from the Ube brewery brings together the distinct character of brewery-specific ingredients such as koji and sake lees, the core identity of the flagship, and the tart expression of the new release, letting drinkers experience what makes Doctor Kong Brewing distinctive all at once.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroDoctor Kong Brewing in Ube City is releasing its 2nd-anniversary beer, "TWO". It’s a sour ale that fits spring, and the name alone already feels celebratory.
MugiWait, TWO isn’t just a number!? Naming the anniversary beer TWO is kind of stylish!
Hop BroWhat’s interesting is that it uses special koji to create a gentle tartness. It’s an idea that also connects to sake brewing, using citric acid in a clever way.
MugiKoji to make it sour!? Producing citric acid sounds like a science experiment, and my brain can’t keep up!
Hop BroSimply put, it uses the power of koji to create a refreshing acidity and finish it with a light, easygoing drinking feel. It’s the kind of beer that slips right into the spring air.
MugiOhh, so it’s the kind you can drink smoothly! And if it’s a spring-friendly sour ale, it would be perfect for hanami too!
Hop BroAnd this time it’s not sold on its own, but as a limited three-bottle set. With THE ANSWER and YETI MAGIC alongside it, the tasting comparison should be really fun.
MugiWow, that tasting set is strong! If it includes the flagship THE ANSWER, even beginners will probably be able to tell the differences in personality easily!
Hop BroTHE ANSWER is known for its balance of orange notes and spice, while YETI MAGIC focuses on drinkability with rice koji added. With TWO in the lineup, you can really see the range Doctor Kong has.
MugiYou can feel the love for the local area too. The words "made with pride in the local community" make the beer itself feel warmer somehow.
Hop BroExactly. These three beers from the Ube brewery let you enjoy the appeal of the ingredients and the differences in direction. Honestly, I’m already in the mood for a spring drink today.
MugiYeah, now I really want to drink it! I want to toast with TWO right now!
