Streetlight Brewing unveils Lai Lai Lychee, a lychee and oolong tea ale
Streetlight Brewing in Sapporo has introduced Lai Lai Lychee, a collaboration beer built around lychee and oolong tea. The 5.5% ABV ale is tied to a China Airlines project marking the airline’s 20 years of service to New Chitose Airport, with a profile that leans fruity and refreshing.
Hop BroToday's pick is Lai Lai Lychee, a collab beer from Streetlight Brewing in Soen, Sapporo.
MugiWait, that name is adorable! What does Lai Lai mean? Is it also a lychee pun?
Hop BroThat is the clever part. Lai Lai as a toast can mean something like “come on, come on” in Taiwan, so it fits China Airlines' New Chitose 20th-anniversary project perfectly.
MugiWhoa, an airline collab? That has beer passport energy all over it. I already want one at the airport!
Hop BroThe style is Ale w/ Lychee & Oolong Tea, ABV 5.5%, built around bright lychee aroma with a light oolong lift.
MugiHold on, ABV 5.5% suddenly makes this sound like chemistry class!
Hop BroABV just means alcohol by volume, so think easy-drinking body with enough beer character to still feel satisfying.
MugiOkay, so when you say oolong nuance, you do not mean straight-up tea beer?
Hop BroExactly. It is more about shaping the aroma than tasting like bottled tea, which is why it stays fruity and finishes clean.
MugiAnd the label uses Taiwan-Hokkaido motifs, right? That is basically a boarding pass for my taste buds.
Hop BroIt also fits Streetlight Brewing's whole vibe, and with those clean, defined flavors, I'd order this fast if I saw it on tap.
MugiLychee up front, oolong on the finish, and a toast built into the name? I need a glass right now, and I am absolutely beating you to the first sip!
Streetlight Brewing in Sapporo’s Soen area has announced a Taiwan-themed collaboration beer, Lai Lai Lychee. The beer is labeled as `Ale Style w/ Lychee & Oolong Tea` and comes in at 5.5% ABV. According to the brewery, it combines the bright aroma of lychee with the light, clean character of oolong tea, aiming for a drink that feels both fruity and easy to enjoy.
The project was developed with China Airlines and is positioned as a celebration of the airline’s 20th year of service to New Chitose Airport. The name “Lai Lai” carries a meaning close to “come on, come on,” and is also used as a toast in Taiwan, which makes the beer’s name feel closely tied to the theme of exchange between Hokkaido and Taiwan.
The label was illustrated by Nachiko Murata, based in Tomakomai, and features a colorful mix of motifs associated with both Taiwan and Hokkaido. Streetlight Brewing’s own idea of bringing a small light into the city fits this beer well: it is not built to overwhelm, but to leave a clear impression on drinkers who like aromatic, balanced ales with a travel story behind them.
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Hop BroToday's pick is Lai Lai Lychee, a collab beer from Streetlight Brewing in Soen, Sapporo.
MugiWait, that name is adorable! What does Lai Lai mean? Is it also a lychee pun?
Hop BroThat is the clever part. Lai Lai as a toast can mean something like “come on, come on” in Taiwan, so it fits China Airlines' New Chitose 20th-anniversary project perfectly.
MugiWhoa, an airline collab? That has beer passport energy all over it. I already want one at the airport!
Hop BroThe style is Ale w/ Lychee & Oolong Tea, ABV 5.5%, built around bright lychee aroma with a light oolong lift.
MugiHold on, ABV 5.5% suddenly makes this sound like chemistry class!
Hop BroABV just means alcohol by volume, so think easy-drinking body with enough beer character to still feel satisfying.
MugiOkay, so when you say oolong nuance, you do not mean straight-up tea beer?
Hop BroExactly. It is more about shaping the aroma than tasting like bottled tea, which is why it stays fruity and finishes clean.
MugiAnd the label uses Taiwan-Hokkaido motifs, right? That is basically a boarding pass for my taste buds.
Hop BroIt also fits Streetlight Brewing's whole vibe, and with those clean, defined flavors, I'd order this fast if I saw it on tap.
MugiLychee up front, oolong on the finish, and a toast built into the name? I need a glass right now, and I am absolutely beating you to the first sip!
