Freespirits Brewing Unveils Oyster Stout Made with Oysters from Harimanada
Freespirits Brewing, based in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, has unveiled an "Oyster Stout" made with oysters harvested from Harimanada. The beer is 7% ABV and will be tapped in a limited release from 5:00 p.m. at the Kyoto Yuagari Craft Beer Festival 2026.
Hop BroHyougo Prefecture's Himeji-based Freespirits Brewing is rolling out a new release made with oysters from Harimanada.
MugiWait, beer with oysters!? That's basically a seafood feast in a glass, I'm curious!
Hop BroAnd it's called an Oyster Stout. Like a stout should, it has coffee and chocolate notes from roasted malt, but the oyster-derived umami gives it depth.
MugiRoasted malt? What even is that! This is suddenly all about coffee and chocolate?
Hop BroWhen you use malt that's been thoroughly roasted, it brings out a toasty aroma. So this beer is built around roast character, with oyster nuances layered on top.
MugiOhh! But even though it looks rich, it's nice that it's actually dry and easy to drink!
Hop BroThat's the clever part: it's 7% ABV. It has real heft, but the finish is clean, with a lingering impression that evokes the sea.
MugiA finish that evokes the sea is such a great phrase! It's like you're drinking all the way through to the aftertaste of the sea breeze!
Hop BroWhat's more, Freespirits Brewing also does beers with pronounced American hops and fruit beers using local ingredients, and the brewery even has a restaurant and beer garden attached, making it a brewery with a freewheeling spirit.
MugiThen it sounds like it's a strong match with food! If it pairs not just with oyster dishes but also with red meat, that's enough to make my stomach growl...!
Hop BroThis beer will be tapped in a limited release at the Kyoto Yuagari Festival starting at 5:00 p.m., so finding it on site would be pretty lucky.
MugiI'm also curious about the main event on May 2 and 3, and if there's a pre-event too, that really gets me excited! I'm in full I want to drink it right now mode today~!
Freespirits Brewing, based in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, is a brewery known for American-style hop-forward beers and fruit beers that make use of local ingredients. The facility also includes a restaurant and beer garden, and the team continues to brew with a freeform, creative approach.
The newly unveiled beer is the "Oyster Stout," made with fresh oysters harvested from Harimanada. The style is stout, and the alcohol content is 7%. It is designed to pair the coffee- and chocolate-like aromas derived from roasted malt with a dry, easy-to-drink profile, while leaving a finish that evokes the sea.
This beer is scheduled for a limited tap opening at the `Kyoto Yuagari Craft Beer Festival 2026` from 5:00 p.m. The event will be held on May 2 and 3, with a pre-event on April 25 and 26. The post also notes that no special beer will be served at the pre-event. It is envisioned not only as a match for oyster dishes, but also for red meat and chocolate desserts.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroHyougo Prefecture's Himeji-based Freespirits Brewing is rolling out a new release made with oysters from Harimanada.
MugiWait, beer with oysters!? That's basically a seafood feast in a glass, I'm curious!
Hop BroAnd it's called an Oyster Stout. Like a stout should, it has coffee and chocolate notes from roasted malt, but the oyster-derived umami gives it depth.
MugiRoasted malt? What even is that! This is suddenly all about coffee and chocolate?
Hop BroWhen you use malt that's been thoroughly roasted, it brings out a toasty aroma. So this beer is built around roast character, with oyster nuances layered on top.
MugiOhh! But even though it looks rich, it's nice that it's actually dry and easy to drink!
Hop BroThat's the clever part: it's 7% ABV. It has real heft, but the finish is clean, with a lingering impression that evokes the sea.
MugiA finish that evokes the sea is such a great phrase! It's like you're drinking all the way through to the aftertaste of the sea breeze!
Hop BroWhat's more, Freespirits Brewing also does beers with pronounced American hops and fruit beers using local ingredients, and the brewery even has a restaurant and beer garden attached, making it a brewery with a freewheeling spirit.
MugiThen it sounds like it's a strong match with food! If it pairs not just with oyster dishes but also with red meat, that's enough to make my stomach growl...!
Hop BroThis beer will be tapped in a limited release at the Kyoto Yuagari Festival starting at 5:00 p.m., so finding it on site would be pretty lucky.
MugiI'm also curious about the main event on May 2 and 3, and if there's a pre-event too, that really gets me excited! I'm in full I want to drink it right now mode today~!
