Yokohama Beer Brewery to Release Sixth Canned Beer, "Yokohama Saison," on April 1
Yokohama Beer Brewery will release "Yokohama Saison," the sixth beer in its canned beer series, on April 1, 2026. This new product combines Belle Saison yeast with the latest hop, "Krush," for a crisp 4.5% drinkability.
Hop BroHere it is, Yokohama Beer Brewery's sixth canned beer release, Yokohama Saison, arriving on April 1.
MugiWhoa! Saison sounds kind of stylish, but what does it taste like?
Hop BroThe base is Belle Saison yeast, so it’s spicy and dry, with Krush adding citrus and tropical notes on top.
MugiKrush already sounds powerful! Is that the new face among hops?
Hop BroExactly. It’s a hop that’s been getting attention lately, with a bright, lively aroma. And since it’s a light 4.5%, it doesn’t feel too heavy, which is nice.
MugiI see! Then it sounds like it would go well with food. So it’s good for everyday meals!
Hop BroAnd with an IBU of 17, the bitterness is pretty gentle, and the price is 427 yen (before tax). It’s a 350ml can, so it’s easy to pick up.
MugiWait, there’s even an event!? I’m curious about the launch celebration at the main store restaurant UMAYA!
Hop BroYou could drink the can in the venue, and there was even a welcome drink, plus first-floor beer stand-only ways to enjoy it.
MugiI like the Yokohama local vibe too, and it seems like it would fit the atmosphere of the city! I kind of love this beer for a break idea.
Hop BroYeah, it’s a beer that updates the traditional saison style for the present day, so this is definitely one to put on the tonight’s drink candidate list.
Yokohama Beer Brewery released "Yokohama Saison" as the sixth installment in its canned beer series on April 1, 2026. Based in Yokohama and continuing to make craft beer since 1999, the company has created a beer that offers a modern reinterpretation of the traditional saison style.
At the core of the recipe is classic Belle Saison yeast. Built on the spicy character, bright aromatics, and dry finish typical of saison, it also uses "Krush," a hop that has attracted attention in recent years. Layers of citrus- and tropical fruit-like aromas come through, and with an alcohol content of 4.5%, it is designed to be easy to incorporate into everyday meals.
Product information is as follows.
- Volume: 350ml
- Alcohol content: 4.5%
- IBU: 17
- Suggested retail price: 427 yen (before tax)
To celebrate the release, an event was also held on April 1 at the main store restaurant "UMAYA" and the first-floor beer stand. In addition to enjoying the canned beer inside the venue, visitors were offered a welcome drink, and special offerings exclusive to the first-floor beer stand were also prepared.
Sales are being rolled out sequentially at Yokohama Beer’s directly operated stores, as well as department stores, supermarkets, convenience stores, liquor retailers, and other outlets mainly in Yokohama and Kanagawa. As a local brewery that has grown together with the city, Yokohama Beer is once again proposing a "beer for a break" through the traditional saison style.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroHere it is, Yokohama Beer Brewery's sixth canned beer release, Yokohama Saison, arriving on April 1.
MugiWhoa! Saison sounds kind of stylish, but what does it taste like?
Hop BroThe base is Belle Saison yeast, so it’s spicy and dry, with Krush adding citrus and tropical notes on top.
MugiKrush already sounds powerful! Is that the new face among hops?
Hop BroExactly. It’s a hop that’s been getting attention lately, with a bright, lively aroma. And since it’s a light 4.5%, it doesn’t feel too heavy, which is nice.
MugiI see! Then it sounds like it would go well with food. So it’s good for everyday meals!
Hop BroAnd with an IBU of 17, the bitterness is pretty gentle, and the price is 427 yen (before tax). It’s a 350ml can, so it’s easy to pick up.
MugiWait, there’s even an event!? I’m curious about the launch celebration at the main store restaurant UMAYA!
Hop BroYou could drink the can in the venue, and there was even a welcome drink, plus first-floor beer stand-only ways to enjoy it.
MugiI like the Yokohama local vibe too, and it seems like it would fit the atmosphere of the city! I kind of love this beer for a break idea.
Hop BroYeah, it’s a beer that updates the traditional saison style for the present day, so this is definitely one to put on the tonight’s drink candidate list.
