Uchu Brewing to Release Non-Alcoholic "UCHU NECTAR" at 7:00 p.m. on March 17
Yamanashi-based Uchu Brewing announced that it will release the tropical smoothie juice "UCHU NECTAR" at 7:00 p.m. on March 17. This marks a formal release path for the non-alcoholic product that had previously only been available at the taproom, and it is likely to attract attention even among beer fans.
Hop BroBreaking news: Yamanashi's Uchu Brewing is dropping UCHU NECTAR at 7:00 p.m. on March 17!
MugiWhat, is that beer? Or juice? So it's a new non-alcoholic release!?
Hop BroThis time it's not beer. The label says Tropical Smoothie Juice, and it's the non-alcoholic version.
MugiWhoa, and the name sounds super cosmic, too. It's full-on Uchu vibes!
Hop BroThe flavor focus is a refreshing acidity from guava and passion fruit, with the fruit character neatly balanced.
MugiDesign? What is that even supposed to mean! Does a drink come with blueprints!? What does bringing it into one cohesive whole even mean!?
Hop BroBasically, it means adjusting the balance of acidity, sweetness, and aroma. The brewer's notes also say they fine-tuned the recipe.
MugiThat's so artisanal... And it used to be only at the taproom, but now it's a general release. That's huge!
Hop BroExactly. In the Instagram announcement from March 16 at 7:57 p.m., they said the online store is via the profile link.
MugiThen let's wait for 7:00 p.m. on March 17! I'm already in the mood to drink something now as a practice round for the toast!
Uchu Brewing announced the release of "UCHU NECTAR" in an Instagram post dated March 16, 2026 at 7:57 p.m. According to the post, the release will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17. The tropical smoothie juice that had previously been served only at the taproom will now be released officially.
This new "UCHU NECTAR" is designed around the refreshing acidity of guava and passion fruit. The product label identifies it as Tropical Smoothie Juice (non-alcoholic), so it is not beer itself, but for craft beer fans who value aroma and fruit character, it is still a very intriguing drink. In the brewer's notes included in the post, the recipe was fine-tuned so that it would "express a stronger sense of unity."
Uchu Brewing is a craft beer brewery based in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture. While it is known for its IPAs and limited series, one of the brewery's strengths is bringing its distinct "uchu" worldview into non-alcoholic offerings like this one as well. This release shows how it draws fans in through aroma and experience design, regardless of whether alcohol is involved.
As for the sales path, the post says, "The online store is available through the link in our profile." If you're interested, you'll want to check the official social media accounts and store information around the release time.
Reference: Instagram post / Uchu Brewing official site
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBreaking news: Yamanashi's Uchu Brewing is dropping UCHU NECTAR at 7:00 p.m. on March 17!
MugiWhat, is that beer? Or juice? So it's a new non-alcoholic release!?
Hop BroThis time it's not beer. The label says Tropical Smoothie Juice, and it's the non-alcoholic version.
MugiWhoa, and the name sounds super cosmic, too. It's full-on Uchu vibes!
Hop BroThe flavor focus is a refreshing acidity from guava and passion fruit, with the fruit character neatly balanced.
MugiDesign? What is that even supposed to mean! Does a drink come with blueprints!? What does bringing it into one cohesive whole even mean!?
Hop BroBasically, it means adjusting the balance of acidity, sweetness, and aroma. The brewer's notes also say they fine-tuned the recipe.
MugiThat's so artisanal... And it used to be only at the taproom, but now it's a general release. That's huge!
Hop BroExactly. In the Instagram announcement from March 16 at 7:57 p.m., they said the online store is via the profile link.
MugiThen let's wait for 7:00 p.m. on March 17! I'm already in the mood to drink something now as a practice round for the toast!
