Himitsu Beer Reveals New Batch of Ise’s White Beer "Oise-chan"
Himitsu Beer in Ise City, Mie, is releasing a new batch of its white beer "Oise-chan." This one is brewed with yuzu and coriander at ABV 5.5%, bringing fruitiness and gentle bitterness, and finishes in a way that pairs easily with Japanese food.
Hop BroHimitsu Beer from Mie’s Ise has a new batch of its white beer, Oise-chan, on the way. It’s a beer that even carries the local atmosphere, and just reading about it makes your throat perk up.
MugiWait, the name is cute! But what is white beer? It says white beer, but is it actually white?
Hop BroIt’s not so much about looking white as it is a style with a soft mouthfeel, thanks to the malt and wheat. This ABV 5.5% is light enough without being too thin, so it’s easy to start with as your first drink.
MugiI see! But yuzu and coriander sounds like someone’s fridge exploded in a kitchen, doesn’t it? It seems like the aromatic character would be really strong!
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part: the bright citrus of yuzu layers with the spice of coriander. On top of that, yeast-derived banana-like esters give it a fruitier impression that spreads softly.
MugiBanana-like esters sounds like a science experiment! But it does sound tasty. So yeast-derived aromas can change that much!
Hop BroExactly, and the hops are restrained, so the bitterness doesn’t stand out so much as just tighten the overall beer. That’s why the aroma is lively, but the drinking experience stays nicely balanced.
MugiGot it, so it’s not aggressively bitter and is easy to drink! And with a slight acidity too, it really sounds like it would go well with food!
Hop BroExactly. The article specifically says it pairs well with delicate Japanese dishes like sashimi and tempura, so it’s designed to fit the local dining table in Ise.
MugiWow, sashimi and tempura instead of sushi feels more in the know! If it has great compatibility with all kinds of Japanese food, it could totally be the star of dinner!
Hop BroAnd since the previous release was also well received, expectations are high. This is definitely one of those beers that makes you want to toast with Ise’s white beer. Should we go drink one now?
MugiLet’s go! I’m completely in beer mode now! I want to toast with Oise-chan and snack on some sashimi or tempura!
Himitsu Beer, based in Ise City, Mie Prefecture, announced that it will release a new batch of its white beer "Oise-chan." In a post on April 19, it referenced the local event "Okihiki" and its first pull, conveying the brewery’s recent status together with the atmosphere of the area.
This latest "Oise-chan" is a white beer styled as `white beer` and with an alcohol content of `ABV 5.5%`. It uses yuzu and coriander, which overlap with banana-like fruity esters from the yeast to create an easygoing mouthfeel and a lightly distinctive aroma. The hops are kept modest, with bitterness limited to just enough to tighten the overall profile.
The post also explains that, in addition to being easy to drink and suitable as a first beer of the day, it has a slight acidity and a layered flavor. Careful brewing brings the fruit character to the front while leaving a clean, fading aftertaste.
As for food pairings, the brewery suggests a wide range of Japanese dishes, especially delicate items such as sashimi and tempura. True to a craft beer from Ise, this is a beer designed to fit naturally into the local dining table, and it is easy to see why the previous release was also well received.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroHimitsu Beer from Mie’s Ise has a new batch of its white beer, Oise-chan, on the way. It’s a beer that even carries the local atmosphere, and just reading about it makes your throat perk up.
MugiWait, the name is cute! But what is white beer? It says white beer, but is it actually white?
Hop BroIt’s not so much about looking white as it is a style with a soft mouthfeel, thanks to the malt and wheat. This ABV 5.5% is light enough without being too thin, so it’s easy to start with as your first drink.
MugiI see! But yuzu and coriander sounds like someone’s fridge exploded in a kitchen, doesn’t it? It seems like the aromatic character would be really strong!
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part: the bright citrus of yuzu layers with the spice of coriander. On top of that, yeast-derived banana-like esters give it a fruitier impression that spreads softly.
MugiBanana-like esters sounds like a science experiment! But it does sound tasty. So yeast-derived aromas can change that much!
Hop BroExactly, and the hops are restrained, so the bitterness doesn’t stand out so much as just tighten the overall beer. That’s why the aroma is lively, but the drinking experience stays nicely balanced.
MugiGot it, so it’s not aggressively bitter and is easy to drink! And with a slight acidity too, it really sounds like it would go well with food!
Hop BroExactly. The article specifically says it pairs well with delicate Japanese dishes like sashimi and tempura, so it’s designed to fit the local dining table in Ise.
MugiWow, sashimi and tempura instead of sushi feels more in the know! If it has great compatibility with all kinds of Japanese food, it could totally be the star of dinner!
Hop BroAnd since the previous release was also well received, expectations are high. This is definitely one of those beers that makes you want to toast with Ise’s white beer. Should we go drink one now?
MugiLet’s go! I’m completely in beer mode now! I want to toast with Oise-chan and snack on some sashimi or tempura!
