Cheers Factory Releases In-Bottle Secondary Fermentation Beer Made with Shimane Grape "Shinku"
Cheers Factory in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture, has announced "SHINKU bottle condition," an in-bottle secondary fermentation beer made with "Shinku," a grape variety originally developed in Shimane Prefecture. General sales will begin on April 4 at Takahama Garden.
Hop BroCheers Factory in Izumo is releasing SHINKU bottle condition. It’s a really intriguing bottle made with Shinku grapes from Shimane Prefecture.
MugiWait, grapes in beer!? It says it’s made with Shinku—does it already have more of a wine-like vibe?
Hop BroExactly. It’s a premium saison, and it makes the most of Shinku’s rich aroma. It’s designed to bring out a wine-like impression when you taste it.
MugiI hear saison sometimes, but what is it really? I always end up not knowing what kind of beer saison is.
Hop BroIt’s a style that’s fruity, a little spicy, and light on the palate but with depth. And because this is in-bottle secondary fermentation, the yeast does one more round of work in the bottle to create natural carbonation.
MugiRe-fermentation in the bottle!? That’s wild! It says sediment remains, but that doesn’t mean it’s not safe to drink, right?
Hop BroNot only is it safe, that’s part of what makes it interesting. If you want a clear pour, leave it alone; if you want to enjoy the yeast character, gently swirl it and the aroma and flavor will open up.
MugiOh wow, and it goes on sale starting April 4. If I can buy it at Takahama Garden, I kind of want to make a little outing out of it!
Hop BroAnd the price is 3,700 yen including tax, with 750 ml content and ABV between 6% and under 7%. This time they’re using a 700 yen bottle deposit system, so when you return the bottle you get 700 yen back.
MugiWow, they’re being eco-conscious too! Return the bottle and get your money back—it kind of feels like the beer world’s recycling prince.
Hop BroI like how Shimane’s grape culture connects with beer brewing. This is definitely one of those beers that makes you think, I want to drink this right now. I’m feeling like I should get a glass ready too.
MugiYeah, with Shinku’s aroma and the season’s lightness, it sounds absolutely fun! Let’s put it on the tonight’s drink list and have a toast together!
About the New Product
From Cheers Factory in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture, comes "SHINKU bottle condition" as the second release in its in-bottle secondary fermentation beer lineup. This time, it is a premium saison beer made with "Shinku," a grape variety originally developed in Shimane Prefecture.
Its defining feature is the rich aroma unique to Shinku, and when tasted, it has an impression reminiscent of wine. It is designed so that as the temperature rises, the grape's naturally gentle sweetness softly unfolds. It can be described as a beer that balances full-bodied drinking satisfaction with fruit-derived flavor.
Product Specifications
The product name is "SHINKU bottle condition." ABV is 6% or higher and less than 7%, and the contents are 750 ml. The retail price is 3,700 yen including the container fee. General sales will start on Saturday, April 4, at Takahama Garden.
In-Bottle Secondary Fermentation and Packaging Policy
This product is an in-bottle secondary fermentation beer, in which yeast re-ferments inside the bottle. While this allows you to enjoy natural carbonation and flavor, yeast sediment remains at the bottom of the bottle. If you want to drink it clear, you should leave the sediment undisturbed; if you want to enjoy the yeast character, the guidance is to gently swirl it before pouring.
In addition, starting with this release, Cheers Factory will introduce a deposit system, collecting a 700 yen container deposit at purchase and refunding 700 yen when the bottle is returned. By encouraging bottle returns, the company aims to circulate the product while reducing environmental impact.
Brewery Background
Cheers Factory is a brewery based in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture. It continues efforts to broaden the enjoyment of craft beer by making use of local ingredients and distinctive regional character. This "SHINKU bottle condition" is also drawing attention as a beer that connects Shimane's grape culture with beer brewing.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroCheers Factory in Izumo is releasing SHINKU bottle condition. It’s a really intriguing bottle made with Shinku grapes from Shimane Prefecture.
MugiWait, grapes in beer!? It says it’s made with Shinku—does it already have more of a wine-like vibe?
Hop BroExactly. It’s a premium saison, and it makes the most of Shinku’s rich aroma. It’s designed to bring out a wine-like impression when you taste it.
MugiI hear saison sometimes, but what is it really? I always end up not knowing what kind of beer saison is.
Hop BroIt’s a style that’s fruity, a little spicy, and light on the palate but with depth. And because this is in-bottle secondary fermentation, the yeast does one more round of work in the bottle to create natural carbonation.
MugiRe-fermentation in the bottle!? That’s wild! It says sediment remains, but that doesn’t mean it’s not safe to drink, right?
Hop BroNot only is it safe, that’s part of what makes it interesting. If you want a clear pour, leave it alone; if you want to enjoy the yeast character, gently swirl it and the aroma and flavor will open up.
MugiOh wow, and it goes on sale starting April 4. If I can buy it at Takahama Garden, I kind of want to make a little outing out of it!
Hop BroAnd the price is 3,700 yen including tax, with 750 ml content and ABV between 6% and under 7%. This time they’re using a 700 yen bottle deposit system, so when you return the bottle you get 700 yen back.
MugiWow, they’re being eco-conscious too! Return the bottle and get your money back—it kind of feels like the beer world’s recycling prince.
Hop BroI like how Shimane’s grape culture connects with beer brewing. This is definitely one of those beers that makes you think, I want to drink this right now. I’m feeling like I should get a glass ready too.
MugiYeah, with Shinku’s aroma and the season’s lightness, it sounds absolutely fun! Let’s put it on the tonight’s drink list and have a toast together!
