Mercato Mabuchi in Sakanamachi, Hamamatsu, is announcing that it has begun carrying Nara Brewing's new Italian pilsner, "MALKO." It is shipped nationwide in 350 ml cans, and Mercato Mabuchi is one of the stores that received the first shipment.

MALKO is a collaboration beer with the Nara City cafe "Kumori Tokidoki Abarotts." According to Nara Brewing's announcement, it is introduced as a lager beer with a refreshingly hoppy aroma, making it an easy-to-enjoy bottle that offers the lightness typical of a pilsner along with a noticeable fragrance.

Mercato Mabuchi is known as a select shop in Sakanamachi, Hamamatsu, and carries a wide range of liquor and food. Its downtown location makes it easy to stop by, so it is a good match for beer fans who want to look for a new bottle while doing their everyday shopping. Delivery dates and sales status vary by store, so if you want to be sure to get one, it is best to check in advance.