THIS BREWING Releases Its First Lager, “this dark lager,” Also Available in Cans
Tokyo-based THIS BREWING has announced “this dark lager,” its first beer in the lager style. According to a September 22, 2026 Instagram post, the new beer will be available both on tap and in cans.
Hop BroTHIS BREWING in Bunkyo, Tokyo, is releasing its first lager, “this dark lager.”
MugiWhat? I associate THIS BREWING with pale ales and sours—so this is their first lager adventure?
Hop BroExactly. This new beer is brewed as a dark lager style.
MugiA lager that’s dark? I thought dark beer was always rich, sweet, and super filling!
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. It has roasty malt character from darker malts, while keeping the crisp finish typical of a lager.
MugiNo way! Toasty but light? Is it like a stealthy black beer that vanishes down your throat like a ninja?
Hop BroPretty much. Compared with a stout or porter, it is less relentlessly rich, balancing malt depth and crispness. The ninja analogy works!
MugiAnd it will be served on tap and available in cans, right? A ninja-beer party at home!
Hop BroYes, though the release date, ABV, ingredients, and price are still unannounced. Keep an eye on official updates.
MugiTHIS BREWING values “THIS”—the here and now—and changes recipes over time, so this could be a taste of this moment.
Hop BroFresh from the tap or relaxed at home with a can—we should get ready for a dark-lager toast!
MugiAbsolutely! Let’s go taste that roasty, crisp magic and have a beer together!
Tokyo-based THIS BREWING has announced its first lager-style beer, “this dark lager.”
According to an Instagram post published by the brewery on September 22, 2026, the new beer will be served on tap and will also be available in cans. The post does not specify the release date, alcohol content, ingredients, or price, so customers should check the brewery’s official channels for further details.
Dark lagers typically combine the roasty character of dark malts with the clean, refreshing finish associated with lager brewing. Compared with a stout or porter, the style can offer a lighter body while retaining layers of toast, caramel, and roast. Beer enthusiasts will be watching to see how THIS BREWING interprets the style in “this dark lager.”
The brewery’s name reflects its theme of “THIS”—the here and now. THIS BREWING says it creates beers whose recipes change with the moment, offering flavors that can only be experienced in a particular time and place. Its lineup has included a range of styles such as pale ales, sour ales, and stouts, making this first move into lagers a notable new chapter.
Drinkers will be able to choose between enjoying the beer fresh on tap or taking it home in a can. Further information about the beer’s specifications and availability is expected from THIS BREWING’s official channels.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroTHIS BREWING in Bunkyo, Tokyo, is releasing its first lager, “this dark lager.”
MugiWhat? I associate THIS BREWING with pale ales and sours—so this is their first lager adventure?
Hop BroExactly. This new beer is brewed as a dark lager style.
MugiA lager that’s dark? I thought dark beer was always rich, sweet, and super filling!
Hop BroThat’s the fun part. It has roasty malt character from darker malts, while keeping the crisp finish typical of a lager.
MugiNo way! Toasty but light? Is it like a stealthy black beer that vanishes down your throat like a ninja?
Hop BroPretty much. Compared with a stout or porter, it is less relentlessly rich, balancing malt depth and crispness. The ninja analogy works!
MugiAnd it will be served on tap and available in cans, right? A ninja-beer party at home!
Hop BroYes, though the release date, ABV, ingredients, and price are still unannounced. Keep an eye on official updates.
MugiTHIS BREWING values “THIS”—the here and now—and changes recipes over time, so this could be a taste of this moment.
Hop BroFresh from the tap or relaxed at home with a can—we should get ready for a dark-lager toast!
MugiAbsolutely! Let’s go taste that roasty, crisp magic and have a beer together!
