Nasu Garden Brewery Releases New Strawberry Ale in Collaboration with CHEESE GARDEN
Nasu Garden Brewery has released a new "Strawberry Ale" in collaboration with CHEESE GARDEN (Kuraya Co., Ltd.), which operates confectionery manufacturing and sales and restaurant businesses. Details were announced in a post at 11:06 on March 18, 2026, and sales on the online site have been announced.
Hop BroToday's new-release news is here: Nasu Garden Brewery has a new release with CHEESE GARDEN, and it's a "Strawberry Ale"!
MugiWhoa! Beer and Cheese Garden? That's like the sweets world shaking hands with the beer world!
Hop BroExactly. It's a dessert-style ale made by Nasu Garden Brewery in Tochigi, finished with strawberry puree and juice for a sweet-tart taste.
MugiOhhh! But what is that WETHOP thing they mentioned? A spell?
Hop BroNot a spell. It's a fresh hop material used soon after harvest, and it helps express even the green, grassy aroma of strawberries.
MugiWhat is that! So it's not just sweet, it has a green note too? That suddenly feels very grown-up!
Hop BroAnd with 4.5% ABV and 330ml, it's aiming for drinkability that works both before and after a meal, so it's easy for beer beginners to get into.
MugiPerfect! Where can I buy it? If I hear it's limited, I start panicking!
Hop BroThe March 18, 2026, 11:06 announcement says online sales have started, and it ships by Yamato refrigerated delivery, so it's first come, first served.
MugiIt's spring-like and cute, and now I want to drink it right away!
Hop BroAgreed. Then today's plan is a toast with Strawberry Ale!
Nasu Garden Brewery (Tochigi) announced "New Release: Strawberry Ale Information" on Instagram. This new release is a collaboration beer with CHEESE GARDEN, a brand with strong recognition in the Nasu area. As a collaboration between brands with a sweets-oriented background, it is designed to appeal not only to craft beer fans but also to people who do not usually drink much beer.
The flavor concept is a "dessert beer"
According to the post, strawberries are used in the form of puree and juice, aiming for a balance that brings out tart sweetness while still retaining a beer-like character. It is designed to be enjoyed both as an aperitif and as a drink paired with dessert after a meal, with a finish that is also meant to be easy to drink on its own. In addition, the hop ingredient uses a rare category called "WETHOP," which is also notable for expressing even the "green" character of strawberries.
Product information (as posted)
- Alcohol content: 4.5%
- Net content: 330ml
- Best-before guideline: about 90 days from shipment
- Shipping: Yamato Transport (refrigerated delivery)
- Sales: Online site via the top page
- Notes: Limited quantity, available while supplies last
Nasu Boulder Project, which operates Nasu Garden Brewery, promotes craft beer as a starting point for revitalizing the local area. This collaboration is also easy to understand as a move that connects Nasu's food culture with craft beer, and it has strong affinity with souvenir demand and tourism contexts. Not only fans of fruit ales, but anyone looking for a beer that feels like spring should check it out soon.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's new-release news is here: Nasu Garden Brewery has a new release with CHEESE GARDEN, and it's a "Strawberry Ale"!
MugiWhoa! Beer and Cheese Garden? That's like the sweets world shaking hands with the beer world!
Hop BroExactly. It's a dessert-style ale made by Nasu Garden Brewery in Tochigi, finished with strawberry puree and juice for a sweet-tart taste.
MugiOhhh! But what is that WETHOP thing they mentioned? A spell?
Hop BroNot a spell. It's a fresh hop material used soon after harvest, and it helps express even the green, grassy aroma of strawberries.
MugiWhat is that! So it's not just sweet, it has a green note too? That suddenly feels very grown-up!
Hop BroAnd with 4.5% ABV and 330ml, it's aiming for drinkability that works both before and after a meal, so it's easy for beer beginners to get into.
MugiPerfect! Where can I buy it? If I hear it's limited, I start panicking!
Hop BroThe March 18, 2026, 11:06 announcement says online sales have started, and it ships by Yamato refrigerated delivery, so it's first come, first served.
MugiIt's spring-like and cute, and now I want to drink it right away!
Hop BroAgreed. Then today's plan is a toast with Strawberry Ale!
