Kishiwada Beer to Ship Its Citrus-Scented Wheat Ale “Tekko” from September 29
Kishiwada Beer, based in Kishiwada, Osaka, will begin shipping “Tekko (Food-Service Delivery R8615)” on September 29, 2026. Made with more than 50% wheat malt and Cascade and Simcoe hops, the beer offers a soft mouthfeel, bright citrus aromas and a refreshing finish.
Hop BroKishiwada Beer in Osaka will begin shipping its wheat ale, Tekkou, from September 29, 2026.
MugiWhat? With a name like Tekkou, I thought it would have a metallic flavor!
Hop BroNo metal taste, don’t worry. It is a brand made by Hokai Iron Works, so it has a manufacturing-inspired name.
MugiAn ironworks company making beer? That’s wild! They even use equipment designed in-house!
Hop BroTekkou uses over 50% wheat malt, making it a smooth wheat ale. It is 5% ABV, 330 ml, and refrigerated.
MugiWhy does lots of wheat malt make it so soft on the palate? Does it feel fluffy like bread?
Hop BroNot fluffy, but wheat proteins help create a smoother texture. In short, it gives you a mellow mouthfeel.
MugiWow! And what about the aroma? Are Cascade and Simcoe a robot duo?
Hop BroClose, but they are hop varieties. Both bring bright citrus-like aromas and support a refreshing finish.
MugiSmooth wheat plus citrusy hops sounds perfect even for newcomers! Let’s check each restaurant’s availability and go get one!
“Tekko” shipping begins September 29
Kishiwada Beer will begin shipping “Tekko (Food-Service Delivery R8615)” to food-service customers from September 29, 2026. The product is listed as a delivery item for restaurants and other food-service businesses.
Tekko is a wheat ale made with more than 50% wheat malt. According to the brewery, the high proportion of wheat malt gives the beer a softer mouthfeel than a standard ale. It has an alcohol content of 5% and is packaged in 330ml bottles. The beer must be kept refrigerated.
The beer’s aroma comes from Cascade and Simcoe hops, both presented by the brewery as varieties with bright citrus character. Their combination brings a lively nose and refreshing finish, while the wheat malt keeps the palate smooth and approachable. This balance makes Tekko a suitable choice for drinkers who enjoy hop aroma without an overly heavy body.
A beer born from Kishiwada manufacturing
Kishiwada Beer is the craft beer brand of Hokkai Iron Works in Kishiwada, Osaka. The company traditionally produced dished heads, components used in iron and stainless-steel tanks. It applied its accumulated metalworking expertise to brewery equipment designed and manufactured in-house before launching beer production in its home city.
The brewery also produces Kurogane, a fuller-bodied dark beer, and Shirogane, known for its soft profile. Against this manufacturing background, Tekko combines a bright hop expression with the gentle texture of wheat malt.
Availability and serving dates may vary by restaurant, so customers should check each venue’s announcement after shipping begins.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroKishiwada Beer in Osaka will begin shipping its wheat ale, Tekkou, from September 29, 2026.
MugiWhat? With a name like Tekkou, I thought it would have a metallic flavor!
Hop BroNo metal taste, don’t worry. It is a brand made by Hokai Iron Works, so it has a manufacturing-inspired name.
MugiAn ironworks company making beer? That’s wild! They even use equipment designed in-house!
Hop BroTekkou uses over 50% wheat malt, making it a smooth wheat ale. It is 5% ABV, 330 ml, and refrigerated.
MugiWhy does lots of wheat malt make it so soft on the palate? Does it feel fluffy like bread?
Hop BroNot fluffy, but wheat proteins help create a smoother texture. In short, it gives you a mellow mouthfeel.
MugiWow! And what about the aroma? Are Cascade and Simcoe a robot duo?
Hop BroClose, but they are hop varieties. Both bring bright citrus-like aromas and support a refreshing finish.
MugiSmooth wheat plus citrusy hops sounds perfect even for newcomers! Let’s check each restaurant’s availability and go get one!
