MIURA brewery Showcases Limited Melon Ale Made with 150 kg of Miura Melons
MIURA brewery in Miura, Kanagawa, has announced its limited-edition MIURA Melon Ale, made with approximately 150 kg of locally grown melons. Designed as an adult take on “drinkable melon,” the fruit beer combines generous melon character with a refreshing hop presence and restrained bitterness.
Hop BroLet’s talk about MIURA Melon Ale, a limited beer that feels like summer on the Miura Peninsula poured into a glass. MIURA brewery uses about 150 kilograms of its local “phantom melon.”
MugiWait—150 kilograms of melon!? That’s not a beer; that’s a melon ocean with bubbles!
Hop BroMIURA brewery in Miura City extracts juice from the flesh and brews with it. It is a fruit beer designed as a melon drink for adults.
MugiIs it as sweet as melon juice? If it gets too sweet, I may have to switch it to my dessert course.
Hop BroThat balance is the clever part: it is built on a golden ale. Melon aroma meets refreshing hop character, without charging straight into sweetness.
MugiA golden ale… that does not mean tiny golden melons are swimming in it, right?
Hop BroClose, but no swimming! It is a light golden beer style, usually gentle enough to let fruit aromas come through clearly.
MugiOh! So the melon is the star, and the hops are like the lighting crew for its fragrance?
Hop BroExactly. Its IBU is 7, so the bitterness stays gentle. IBU is a rough bitterness measure; lower numbers generally mean a softer bite.
MugiAt 5.0% ABV, it sounds perfect as an aperitif! With prosciutto or a light appetizer, my grown-up weekend has officially begun.
Hop BroAt the taproom, you can pair it with Misaki tuna and Miura vegetables—such a fitting expression of the sea and farms around MIURA brewery.
MugiWhen we visit Miura, let’s toast with summer melon! Hop Bro, can my glass get an extra melon research sample?
MIURA brewery in Miura, Kanagawa, has introduced its limited-edition MIURA Melon Ale, brewed with approximately 150 kg of melons grown on the Miura Peninsula. The beer brings together the aroma of ripe melon and the freshness of hops, offering a fruit-forward profile without becoming overly sweet.
The concept is an adult interpretation of drinking melon juice: approachable and aromatic, yet clearly a beer. According to the brewery’s product information, MIURA Melon Ale uses its Golden Ale as a base. It has an alcohol content of 5.0% ABV and a bitterness level of 7 IBU, suggesting a gentle, easy-drinking finish. The melon character is intended to remain at the center, while the hop expression helps keep the beer bright and balanced.
MIURA brewery is located at the southern tip of the Miura Peninsula and focuses on expressing the character of the region through craft beer. Its core range includes MIURA Golden Ale, MIURA Coast IPA, MISAKI Maguro Amber and MIURA Island Wheat. The brewery also develops seasonal beers using local agricultural products, including melon and citrus.
At the brewery’s taproom, visitors can pair fresh beer with local specialties such as Misaki tuna and Miura vegetables. MIURA Melon Ale could work well as a refreshing aperitif or alongside light dishes and cured ham, allowing the fruit aroma to stand out without overwhelming the food. For beer lovers visiting Miura, this seasonal release offers a flavorful way to experience the peninsula’s harvest in a glass.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroLet’s talk about MIURA Melon Ale, a limited beer that feels like summer on the Miura Peninsula poured into a glass. MIURA brewery uses about 150 kilograms of its local “phantom melon.”
MugiWait—150 kilograms of melon!? That’s not a beer; that’s a melon ocean with bubbles!
Hop BroMIURA brewery in Miura City extracts juice from the flesh and brews with it. It is a fruit beer designed as a melon drink for adults.
MugiIs it as sweet as melon juice? If it gets too sweet, I may have to switch it to my dessert course.
Hop BroThat balance is the clever part: it is built on a golden ale. Melon aroma meets refreshing hop character, without charging straight into sweetness.
MugiA golden ale… that does not mean tiny golden melons are swimming in it, right?
Hop BroClose, but no swimming! It is a light golden beer style, usually gentle enough to let fruit aromas come through clearly.
MugiOh! So the melon is the star, and the hops are like the lighting crew for its fragrance?
Hop BroExactly. Its IBU is 7, so the bitterness stays gentle. IBU is a rough bitterness measure; lower numbers generally mean a softer bite.
MugiAt 5.0% ABV, it sounds perfect as an aperitif! With prosciutto or a light appetizer, my grown-up weekend has officially begun.
Hop BroAt the taproom, you can pair it with Misaki tuna and Miura vegetables—such a fitting expression of the sea and farms around MIURA brewery.
MugiWhen we visit Miura, let’s toast with summer melon! Hop Bro, can my glass get an extra melon research sample?
