New Batch of Kin-Oni Pale Ale


Noboribetsu Craft Beer Oni Densetsu announced a new batch of Kin-Oni Pale Ale, “Mosaic Single Ver.,” in an Instagram post on April 2. The specs are 5.5% ABV and 40 IBU. The post says the citrus aroma opens up with fruity, tropical notes, and while the bitterness is on the stronger side, the flavors that pass through the nose are pleasant, resulting in an easy-drinking finish.

What Kind of Beer Is It?


Kin-Oni Pale Ale is known as an American-style pale ale that changes the hops used from batch to batch. This release is labeled “Mosaic Single Ver.,” suggesting a composition that puts the character of Mosaic hops front and center. It is an announcement that should catch the attention of beer lovers who enjoy a beer with a clearly defined aroma.

About Noboribetsu Craft Beer Oni Densetsu


Noboribetsu Craft Beer Oni Densetsu is a brewery based in Nakanoboribetsu-cho, Noboribetsu, Hokkaido. Its online shop offers Aoni Pilsner, Akaoni Red Ale, and Kin-Oni Pale Ale, giving it a distinctive lineup typical of local Hokkaido craft beer. In this post as well, it says the beer is available on the Oni Densetsu page of Best Beer Japan, and that orders are accepted via SNS, messages, and email.

A new batch that narrows in on the hop expression has been added to the standard Kin-Oni Pale Ale. For anyone looking for a citrusy pale ale, or for drinkers following Oni Densetsu’s Kin-Oni, this is an update worth checking out.