Kishiwada Beer to Ship 24-Bottle Cases of Wheat Ale “Tekko” from September 29
Kishiwada Beer in Kishiwada, Osaka, will begin shipping 24-bottle cases of its wheat ale “Tekko” on September 29, 2026. Made with at least 50% wheat malt and Cascade and Simcoe hops, the beer combines a soft mouthfeel with bright hop aroma.
Hop BroKishiwada Beer in Osaka will begin shipping its signature wheat ale, a 24-bottle Tekkou case, from September 29, 2026.
MugiWhat, 24 bottles?! Opening the fridge would reveal a Tekkou-filled landscape!
Hop BroAnd that is exactly the dream. Tekkou is a wheat ale made with over 50% wheat malt, giving it a soft mouthfeel.
MugiDoes wheat malt make it taste like bread? I want to know what wheat ale means!
Hop BroNot literally like bread, but using wheat alongside barley makes the texture rounder and easier to sip. Think a soft, airy mouthfeel.
MugiWow! So can I enjoy hop aroma too? Soft and aromatic sounds like the best of both worlds!
Hop BroExactly. It uses Cascade and Simcoe: Cascade brings citrusy freshness, while Simcoe adds fruity depth, creating a bright hop aroma.
MugiThose hops sound like a comedy duo performing in my glass! And it is an easygoing 5% ABV too.
Hop BroEach bottle is 330 ml, must be refrigerated, and has a six-month shelf life from production. Hokkai Iron Works handles everything from ingredient selection to bottling by hand with its own equipment. A brewery born from an ironworks—that story has character.
MugiI want to pair it with food and explore that citrus-like aroma and crisp finish! Once shipping starts after September 29, let’s toast with chilled Tekkou!
Kishiwada Beer announces case shipments of “Tekko”
Kishiwada Beer will begin shipping 24-bottle cases of “Tekko” on a rolling basis from September 29, 2026. The product is listed as a food-service purchasing item and is marked as available to registered members on the brewery’s website.
“Tekko” is a wheat ale made with at least 50% wheat malt. This gives it a softer mouthfeel than a standard ale, while allowing the hop aroma to remain prominent. The beer is listed at 5% ABV and comes in 330ml bottles. It should be refrigerated, with a stated shelf life of six months from production.
Cascade and Simcoe shape the profile
The beer uses Cascade and Simcoe hops. Cascade contributes citrus-like aroma and refreshing bitterness, while Simcoe adds fruity notes and depth. Kishiwada Beer describes the combination as creating a distinctive aroma and rich flavor that has earned strong support from beer enthusiasts.
The gentle texture from the wheat malt, paired with lively hop character, makes “Tekko” an approachable choice for both experienced craft beer drinkers and those looking to try more aromatic styles. It can also be enjoyed with food, giving drinkers an opportunity to explore how its citrus notes and clean finish interact with different dishes.
Craft beer from a Kishiwada steelworks
Kishiwada Beer is operated by Hokkai Iron Works in Kishiwada, Osaka. The company began brewing craft beer in the city using equipment designed and manufactured in-house, drawing on its experience as a steelworks. The brewery also emphasizes hands-on work from ingredient selection and brewing through bottling.
Shipping will start on September 29 and continue on a rolling basis. Customers should check the official product page for current stock, delivery timing, and purchasing requirements.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroKishiwada Beer in Osaka will begin shipping its signature wheat ale, a 24-bottle Tekkou case, from September 29, 2026.
MugiWhat, 24 bottles?! Opening the fridge would reveal a Tekkou-filled landscape!
Hop BroAnd that is exactly the dream. Tekkou is a wheat ale made with over 50% wheat malt, giving it a soft mouthfeel.
MugiDoes wheat malt make it taste like bread? I want to know what wheat ale means!
Hop BroNot literally like bread, but using wheat alongside barley makes the texture rounder and easier to sip. Think a soft, airy mouthfeel.
MugiWow! So can I enjoy hop aroma too? Soft and aromatic sounds like the best of both worlds!
Hop BroExactly. It uses Cascade and Simcoe: Cascade brings citrusy freshness, while Simcoe adds fruity depth, creating a bright hop aroma.
MugiThose hops sound like a comedy duo performing in my glass! And it is an easygoing 5% ABV too.
Hop BroEach bottle is 330 ml, must be refrigerated, and has a six-month shelf life from production. Hokkai Iron Works handles everything from ingredient selection to bottling by hand with its own equipment. A brewery born from an ironworks—that story has character.
MugiI want to pair it with food and explore that citrus-like aroma and crisp finish! Once shipping starts after September 29, let’s toast with chilled Tekkou!
