Beer Again Brewing releases SUN BASE SAISON, a Chardonnay-pomace saison
Beer Again Brewing in Gotemba, Shizuoka, introduced a new beer called SUN BASE SAISON on Instagram. The saison uses Chardonnay-derived wine pomace and Motueka hops, and is described as dry, citrus-led, and about 5.0% ABV.
Hop BroSomething interesting just rolled in from the foot of Mt. Fuji: Via Again Brewing's SUN BASE SAISON looks seriously promising.
MugiWait, that name already sounds sunny! So what kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's a saison, fermented well with Saison yeast and built to drink almost like white wine or Champagne, with a dry finish that snaps clean.
MugiWhat is that! And the article mentioned wine pomace like I'm supposed to know that. Sounds like a boss battle item!
Hop BroIt's the grape skins and seeds left after pressing grapes, and this one uses Chardonnay-derived pomace. So you're basically getting a white grape echo layered into the beer.
MugiWhoa! Then Motueka hops are what, the friendly sidekick? Or another spell name?
Hop BroThat hop's from New Zealand and it throws lime, lemon, and white grape notes really well. That's how they stack wine-like aroma with bright citrus.
MugiOkay, but when you say ABV around 5.0% and IBU around 12.9, my brain loses its easy-drinking meter immediately.
Hop BroABV is alcohol strength, IBU is a bitterness guide. Around 5% with low bitterness makes it food-friendly and beginner-friendly too.
MugiAnd it's from Gotemba using Mt. Fuji spring water, plus the label was done with SUN BASE? I am absolutely ready for a glass right now!
Hop BroExactly. That kind of light, crisp build works at a campsite or a bar. This white-wine-style saison sounds impossible to pass up.
Brewing Notes
Beer Again Brewing is based in Gotemba, Shizuoka, at the foot of Mount Fuji. The brewery uses natural Fuji spring water and makes beers meant for campgrounds, bars, and events. Its new release, SUN BASE SAISON, follows that approach with a focused, ingredient-driven saison.
According to the post, the beer is designed to be enjoyed in a white-wine or sparkling-wine-like way. It is brewed with Chardonnay-derived wine pomace and fermented with Saison yeast. The beer comes in at about 5.0% ABV and roughly 12.9 IBU, with a very dry finish and little sweetness.
Motueka is the main hop, adding bright notes of lime and lemon alongside white-grape character and a wine-like impression. The brewery describes the beer with keywords such as White Grape, Lime, Lemon, Dry, and Wine-like. The result is a saison that should pair well with food and remain approachable even for people who do not usually drink much beer.
The label was completed with support from SUN BASE, a car-camping spot in Inagi, Tokyo. For a brewery built around Mount Fuji water and outdoor settings, this release shows a clear interest in combining local brewing identity with wine-inspired ingredients and citrus-forward hop character.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSomething interesting just rolled in from the foot of Mt. Fuji: Via Again Brewing's SUN BASE SAISON looks seriously promising.
MugiWait, that name already sounds sunny! So what kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's a saison, fermented well with Saison yeast and built to drink almost like white wine or Champagne, with a dry finish that snaps clean.
MugiWhat is that! And the article mentioned wine pomace like I'm supposed to know that. Sounds like a boss battle item!
Hop BroIt's the grape skins and seeds left after pressing grapes, and this one uses Chardonnay-derived pomace. So you're basically getting a white grape echo layered into the beer.
MugiWhoa! Then Motueka hops are what, the friendly sidekick? Or another spell name?
Hop BroThat hop's from New Zealand and it throws lime, lemon, and white grape notes really well. That's how they stack wine-like aroma with bright citrus.
MugiOkay, but when you say ABV around 5.0% and IBU around 12.9, my brain loses its easy-drinking meter immediately.
Hop BroABV is alcohol strength, IBU is a bitterness guide. Around 5% with low bitterness makes it food-friendly and beginner-friendly too.
MugiAnd it's from Gotemba using Mt. Fuji spring water, plus the label was done with SUN BASE? I am absolutely ready for a glass right now!
Hop BroExactly. That kind of light, crisp build works at a campsite or a bar. This white-wine-style saison sounds impossible to pass up.
