Nara Brewing announces first shipment stores for Kaze no Mori collaboration "UNDERWATER:LUMINOUS"
Nara Brewing in Nara City announced the initial shipment stores for its collaboration beer "UNDERWATER:LUMINOUS" with sake brand Kaze no Mori. Built to retain malt sweetness while emphasizing acidity, it features aromas reminiscent of honey-filled apples and ramune. Online sales begin at noon on April 3.
Hop BroToday, I'm talking about Nara Brewing's UNDERWATER:LUMINOUS. It's the sixth collaboration with Kaze no Mori, and this one really puts a strong "new interpretation" spin on things.
MugiWhoa! The sixth installment already? It's amazing that even though it's a collaboration, each release still has its own distinct personality!
Hop BroExactly. This one keeps the malt sweetness while making the acidity stand out clearly, which brings out notes like honey-filled apples and ramune.
MugiWhat?! Honey-filled apples and ramune? So even though it's a drink, it's like dessert and old-school candy in one glass?
Hop BroPretty much. And because it uses sake yeast, brewing water, and soyashi water, the sake-inspired design is built into the foundation, so the sweet-and-sour character has real depth.
MugiI've never even heard of soyashi water... I get brewing water, but suddenly the technical jargon is hitting hard!
Hop BroSoyashi water is basically the "care water" used to nurture yeast and microorganisms. That's why this beer isn't just sweet - it has such a clean outline of acidity.
MugiOhh, I see! Then if you do a tasting comparison, the difference from the regular UNDERWATER sounds even more fun!
Hop BroExactly. Nara Brewing seems to be encouraging that kind of side-by-side tasting, and since it's being shipped out gradually to liquor stores in each region, there's also the fun of tracking it down.
MugiAnd you can buy it online too, starting at noon on April 3! That makes me want to be ready on release day and jump into the click battle!
Hop BroIt feels like Nara Brewing's range of expression has expanded again, which is great. Just imagining that sweet-and-sour aroma makes me want another glass already.
MugiTotally! I want to find out what that first sip aroma is like right now!
A new interpretation of the collaboration with Kaze no Mori
Nara Brewing, based in Nara City, has announced the first shipment destinations for its collaboration beer "UNDERWATER:LUMINOUS" with the sake brand Kaze no Mori. In the sixth year of this project, the brewery continues to use the sake yeast, brewing water, and soyashi water used in "UNDERWATER," while adding a new interpretation in the brewing process this time.
Flavor highlights
This time, "LUMINOUS" is crafted so that the malt-derived sweetness remains more distinctly, and the acidity is designed to come through clearly as well. The finished beer has a refreshing aroma reminiscent of honey-filled apples and ramune, with a sweet-and-sour mouthfeel supported by moderate carbonation. Nara Brewing presents it as a beer that can also be enjoyed side by side with the regular "UNDERWATER."
Sales information
As of March 28, the first shipments are to liquor retailers only. From Hokkaido to Tokushima, they will be shipped in sequence to specialty shops, liquor stores, and the Japanese and Western alcohol sections of department stores. Sales conditions and arrival dates vary by store, so please check directly before purchasing.
At Nara Brewing's online store, sales are scheduled to start at noon on Friday, April 3. Nara Brewing has its brewery in Kitanosho Nishimachi, Nara City, and while rooted in the local community, it has expanded the scope of its expression through collaborations. This "UNDERWATER:LUMINOUS" is a clear reflection of that approach.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, I'm talking about Nara Brewing's UNDERWATER:LUMINOUS. It's the sixth collaboration with Kaze no Mori, and this one really puts a strong "new interpretation" spin on things.
MugiWhoa! The sixth installment already? It's amazing that even though it's a collaboration, each release still has its own distinct personality!
Hop BroExactly. This one keeps the malt sweetness while making the acidity stand out clearly, which brings out notes like honey-filled apples and ramune.
MugiWhat?! Honey-filled apples and ramune? So even though it's a drink, it's like dessert and old-school candy in one glass?
Hop BroPretty much. And because it uses sake yeast, brewing water, and soyashi water, the sake-inspired design is built into the foundation, so the sweet-and-sour character has real depth.
MugiI've never even heard of soyashi water... I get brewing water, but suddenly the technical jargon is hitting hard!
Hop BroSoyashi water is basically the "care water" used to nurture yeast and microorganisms. That's why this beer isn't just sweet - it has such a clean outline of acidity.
MugiOhh, I see! Then if you do a tasting comparison, the difference from the regular UNDERWATER sounds even more fun!
Hop BroExactly. Nara Brewing seems to be encouraging that kind of side-by-side tasting, and since it's being shipped out gradually to liquor stores in each region, there's also the fun of tracking it down.
MugiAnd you can buy it online too, starting at noon on April 3! That makes me want to be ready on release day and jump into the click battle!
Hop BroIt feels like Nara Brewing's range of expression has expanded again, which is great. Just imagining that sweet-and-sour aroma makes me want another glass already.
MugiTotally! I want to find out what that first sip aroma is like right now!
