Setouchi Brewery Re-Releases “SETOUCHI MEXICAN LAGER” with a Fresh Look
Setouchi Brewery has re-released its Mexican lager, “SETOUCHI MEXICAN LAGER,” with a fresh new look. Made with corn grits, Vienna malt, and Hallertau Blanc, it has been crafted for a light and refreshing drinking experience. Delivered from the brewery in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, it is a beer that combines Setouchi-style lightness with an international mood.
Hop BroToday is the re-release of SETOUCHI MEXICAN LAGER. It’s coming from SETOUCHI BEER in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, with a fresh new look.
MugiWhat, Mexican and Kagawa!? A Setouchi-style beer? That already makes me curious!
Hop BroExactly. It’s a Mexican Lager with an ABV of 4.5%. It’s designed to be light, crisp, and easy to slip into everyday drinking.
MugiI always hear about a light body, but why does it get so light? Using corn grits means corn kernels, right?
Hop BroGood question. They use Japanese corn grits to keep the body light, and Vienna malt adds that biscuit-like crispness.
MugiSo it’s not just thin, it actually has flavor! Just hearing biscuit-like makes my stomach growl!
Hop BroThey’re using Hallertau Blanc hops, which bring a citrus note floating through the lightness. The yeast character is also nicely integrated, so the drink finishes soft.
MugiHallertau Blanc sounds strong just from the name, but it’s surprisingly refreshing! Hearing citrus nuance makes me want this on a summer afternoon!
Hop BroAnd this is the second release following 2025, with a papel picado-style label. The festive skull motif makes the whole thing feel cheerful from the moment you see it.
MugiIt sounds amazing to drink under a blue sky! With a festive-looking label, this is definitely not going to be just one glass!
SETOUCHI BEER, based in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, is a brewery that handles everything in-house, from planning and brewing to shipping. Drawing on the Setouchi climate and local ingredients, it continues to release craft beers that fit naturally into everyday life.
What was announced on Instagram this time was the return of “SETOUCHI MEXICAN LAGER.” The post describes it as the second release following 2025, and positions it as a beer with a refreshed appearance. Its style is Mexican Lager, and its ABV is 4.5%.
The flavor design is straightforward. To create a light body, it uses Japanese corn grits, and by adding Vienna malt, it gains a biscuit-like crispness. Hallertau Blanc hops add a citrus nuance to the beer’s light character. A clean, soft yeast profile is also brought in, resulting in a well-balanced brew.
The label is also striking. Taking its cue from papel picado, the Mexican cut-paper decoration, it layers in imagery of skulls that decorate festive occasions. The result is a lager presented with a bright mood, one that makes you want to enjoy it casually under a blue sky.
Built on the regional character that defines SETOUCHI BEER, this new release also brings in the atmosphere of Mexico. As a beer that shows a different side from a standard lager, it looks set to stand out in the lineup.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday is the re-release of SETOUCHI MEXICAN LAGER. It’s coming from SETOUCHI BEER in Takamatsu, Kagawa Prefecture, with a fresh new look.
MugiWhat, Mexican and Kagawa!? A Setouchi-style beer? That already makes me curious!
Hop BroExactly. It’s a Mexican Lager with an ABV of 4.5%. It’s designed to be light, crisp, and easy to slip into everyday drinking.
MugiI always hear about a light body, but why does it get so light? Using corn grits means corn kernels, right?
Hop BroGood question. They use Japanese corn grits to keep the body light, and Vienna malt adds that biscuit-like crispness.
MugiSo it’s not just thin, it actually has flavor! Just hearing biscuit-like makes my stomach growl!
Hop BroThey’re using Hallertau Blanc hops, which bring a citrus note floating through the lightness. The yeast character is also nicely integrated, so the drink finishes soft.
MugiHallertau Blanc sounds strong just from the name, but it’s surprisingly refreshing! Hearing citrus nuance makes me want this on a summer afternoon!
Hop BroAnd this is the second release following 2025, with a papel picado-style label. The festive skull motif makes the whole thing feel cheerful from the moment you see it.
MugiIt sounds amazing to drink under a blue sky! With a festive-looking label, this is definitely not going to be just one glass!
