Forest Brewing Releases Limited-Batch "KITAKITSUNE" Doppelbock
On February 13, 2026, Miyagi-based Forest Brewing launched a new limited-edition beer, "KITAKITSUNE (Northern Fox)." The style is Doppelbock. After three months of extended aging, it is said to have been finished with a smooth mouthfeel despite its high alcohol content.
Hop BroA new limited release called "KITAKITSUNE" came out from Miyagi's Forest Brewing on February 13, 2026. The style is Doppelbock!
MugiWhat? "Northern Fox" sounds cute, but Doppelbock has such a strong-sounding name!
Hop BroThat's the best part. They aged it for three months. It has a reddish-brown color, and it's designed to be enjoyed slowly at around 8 to 10°C.
MugiThree months is long in the beer world? And what do you mean by "the alcohol and water integrate during aging"? What is that!
Hop BroIt's basically like giving it a proper lagering period. The more time you give it, the more the rough edges come off and the flavor becomes rounder. The idea is that even high-alcohol beer feels less sharp!
MugiWow! Strong but gentle? That's like a gap-boyfriend kind of beer!
Hop BroAnd it uses German hops, Saphir and Hallertau Mittelfrueh. Despite the hop amount, the bitterness stays soft, and it occupies that rare niche of a "high-alcohol lager."
MugiWhat is that! So rare! What should I pair it with to win dinner?
Hop BroIt's said to pair well with rich, savory dishes and meat dishes like sukiyaki, shigureni, minced meat cutlets, and cheese dakgalbi. It's the kind of beer that goes with hearty food!
MugiI'm already hungry... Forest Brewing is the brewery that brews with Zao's water and wood fire, right? So romantic!
Hop BroExactly. It's a brewery in Kawasaki Town, Miyagi. It's being sold through the official online shop and Rakuten Market, and this is definitely the kind of beer that makes you want to drink slowly tonight!
MugiDecided! I want to drink KITAKITSUNE slowly too, bringing it up to around 8 to 10°C as I go!
Forest Brewing announced its new release on Instagram: the limited-batch "KITAKITSUNE (Northern Fox)". The beer style is Doppelbock, and according to the brewery, it is a beer inspired by the lineage of beers enjoyed from winter into early spring, with a strong alcohol presence and pronounced malt character.
This batch underwent three months of extended aging. In the post, the brewery highlighted how the alcohol and water integrated over time, resulting in a smoother mouthfeel. The beer has a reddish-brown color, and the recommended serving temperature is 8 to 10°C. It is designed to be enjoyed slowly at a slightly warmer temperature.
The key points introduced are the following three:
- Despite its high alcohol content, it has a rounded smoothness with no rough edges
- German hops (Saphir and Hallertau Mittelfrueh) are used, keeping the bitterness relatively soft despite the hop amount
- A rare style proposal: a "high-alcohol lager"
Suggested pairings include richly seasoned dishes and meat-based foods such as sukiyaki, shigureni, minced meat cutlets, and cheese dakgalbi.
Based in Kawasaki Town, Miyagi, Forest Brewing is a brewery that emphasizes brewing with Zao mountain range water and wood-fired heat. It has built its reputation on malt expression developed through its core lager lineup, while also offering seasonal, stronger Doppelbocks. Sales are being directed to the official online shop and Rakuten Market.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA new limited release called "KITAKITSUNE" came out from Miyagi's Forest Brewing on February 13, 2026. The style is Doppelbock!
MugiWhat? "Northern Fox" sounds cute, but Doppelbock has such a strong-sounding name!
Hop BroThat's the best part. They aged it for three months. It has a reddish-brown color, and it's designed to be enjoyed slowly at around 8 to 10°C.
MugiThree months is long in the beer world? And what do you mean by "the alcohol and water integrate during aging"? What is that!
Hop BroIt's basically like giving it a proper lagering period. The more time you give it, the more the rough edges come off and the flavor becomes rounder. The idea is that even high-alcohol beer feels less sharp!
MugiWow! Strong but gentle? That's like a gap-boyfriend kind of beer!
Hop BroAnd it uses German hops, Saphir and Hallertau Mittelfrueh. Despite the hop amount, the bitterness stays soft, and it occupies that rare niche of a "high-alcohol lager."
MugiWhat is that! So rare! What should I pair it with to win dinner?
Hop BroIt's said to pair well with rich, savory dishes and meat dishes like sukiyaki, shigureni, minced meat cutlets, and cheese dakgalbi. It's the kind of beer that goes with hearty food!
MugiI'm already hungry... Forest Brewing is the brewery that brews with Zao's water and wood fire, right? So romantic!
Hop BroExactly. It's a brewery in Kawasaki Town, Miyagi. It's being sold through the official online shop and Rakuten Market, and this is definitely the kind of beer that makes you want to drink slowly tonight!
MugiDecided! I want to drink KITAKITSUNE slowly too, bringing it up to around 8 to 10°C as I go!
