Saien Microbrewery to Host Mikkeller Collaboration Beer Gathering on March 18
Saien Microbrewery with kitchen in Morioka, Iwate, will hold the March 2026 "Saien Beer Gathering" from 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18. This time it is a collaboration session marking the release of Mikkeller Vienna Lager, and the announcement includes a planned visit by the head of Mikkeller Japan and limited-time special activities.
Hop BroSaien Beer Gathering is happening at Saien Microbrewery with kitchen in Morioka on Wednesday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m., and this time it's a collaboration session commemorating the release of Mikkeller Vienna Lager!
MugiWhoa! Mikkeller, the one with the stylish cans that feel all international-looking!? And a collaboration session at that sounds intense!
Hop BroExactly. The fee is 4,500 yen and the capacity is 30 people. Mr. Hamilton, the head of Mikkeller Japan, is also expected to visit, and there will even be an introduction to beers from the New Zealand project, so it's going to be a pretty packed session.
MugiWhat!? Vienna Lager? What's different about it from regular lager? The name alone sounds like a trip overseas!
Hop BroGood question. Vienna Lager is an amber-leaning lager that's neither too light nor too heavy, and it's known for its toasty malt character and clean finish. It also has a crispness that makes it easy to pair with food.
MugiOhhh! So you can drink it casually, but it still has that nice roasted aroma? That's unfair!
Hop BroAnd Saien Beer Gathering puts pairings with Iwate's seasonal ingredients front and center. It's a monthly event held every third Wednesday, so even beginners can easily get into the flow of "learning while drinking."
MugiAn event where you can learn, and it even has a game where you can win Mikkeller merch!? That's like a hybrid of intellectual and festival energy!
Hop BroThe venue being a pub brewery is another big plus. Saien Microbrewery with kitchen is a Baeren-affiliated base, but it promotes challenging beer-making, so it's a perfect fit for outside collaborations too.
MugiThen it's settled! Wednesday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. in Saien, Morioka, right? With Vienna Lager in hand and Iwate ingredients on the table, we're definitely in the mood to drink!
Saien Microbrewery with kitchen's announcement for the "Beer Gathering in March 2026" is the March edition of the monthly event "Saien Beer Gathering," which the restaurant has been holding continuously. According to the information published on the application form, it looks set to be a themed lineup where guests can enjoy pairings of beer and local ingredients.
Overview of the March Session
- Date and time: Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 7:30 p.m.
- Venue: Saien Microbrewery with kitchen (Saien, Morioka City)
- Fee: 4,500 yen
- Capacity: 30 people
The main focus this time is a "Mikkeller collaboration session" commemorating the release of Mikkeller Vienna Lager. The announcement says that Mr. Hamilton, the head of Mikkeller Japan, is scheduled to visit, with introductions to beers from Mikkeller's New Zealand project, plus a game event where Mikkeller merchandise can be won.
Saien Beer Gathering itself is described in official information as "an event to learn about beers from around the world and enjoy them with Iwate's seasonal ingredients," and its design makes it easy for beginners to join as well. It is held regularly on the third Wednesday of every month, and rather than being a one-off event, it functions as a place where local beer fans gather on an ongoing basis.
The venue, Saien Microbrewery with kitchen, is a pub brewery (a restaurant with its own brewery) in central Morioka. While it is a base produced by Baeren Brewery, the official website describes it as "a place to brew beer that is not bound by conventional frameworks and is more challenging." In other words, a gathering like this one, which connects with an outside brewery, fits the restaurant's concept naturally.
The appeal of this event is being able to taste local Iwate ingredients alongside craft beer contexts from Japan and abroad. The March session can be called a noteworthy early-spring event that combines the clarity of a brand collaboration with an educational element.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSaien Beer Gathering is happening at Saien Microbrewery with kitchen in Morioka on Wednesday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m., and this time it's a collaboration session commemorating the release of Mikkeller Vienna Lager!
MugiWhoa! Mikkeller, the one with the stylish cans that feel all international-looking!? And a collaboration session at that sounds intense!
Hop BroExactly. The fee is 4,500 yen and the capacity is 30 people. Mr. Hamilton, the head of Mikkeller Japan, is also expected to visit, and there will even be an introduction to beers from the New Zealand project, so it's going to be a pretty packed session.
MugiWhat!? Vienna Lager? What's different about it from regular lager? The name alone sounds like a trip overseas!
Hop BroGood question. Vienna Lager is an amber-leaning lager that's neither too light nor too heavy, and it's known for its toasty malt character and clean finish. It also has a crispness that makes it easy to pair with food.
MugiOhhh! So you can drink it casually, but it still has that nice roasted aroma? That's unfair!
Hop BroAnd Saien Beer Gathering puts pairings with Iwate's seasonal ingredients front and center. It's a monthly event held every third Wednesday, so even beginners can easily get into the flow of "learning while drinking."
MugiAn event where you can learn, and it even has a game where you can win Mikkeller merch!? That's like a hybrid of intellectual and festival energy!
Hop BroThe venue being a pub brewery is another big plus. Saien Microbrewery with kitchen is a Baeren-affiliated base, but it promotes challenging beer-making, so it's a perfect fit for outside collaborations too.
MugiThen it's settled! Wednesday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. in Saien, Morioka, right? With Vienna Lager in hand and Iwate ingredients on the table, we're definitely in the mood to drink!
