Vector Brewing releases summer saison beer "Mugi Nekopunch"
Vector Brewing, based in Yorii, Saitama, has introduced "Mugi Nekopunch," a summer-only beer built on the recipe of its popular "Nekopunch" series. Brewed as a saison at 5.0% ABV, it is presented as a lighter, aromatic beer for warm weather.
Hop BroI need to tell you about summer-only Mugi Nekopunch from Vector Brewing in Yorii, Saitama. It is based on their popular Nekopunch series, brewed as a saison, and set at 5.0% ABV for an easy summer drink.
MugiWait, the Nekopunch series has a summer version now? The name is cute, but it still sounds like my pint is about to get uppercut.
Hop BroThat contrast is the charm. This release is built as a saison, so it leans into spicy notes, floral aroma, and a light body that works on a hot day.
MugiHold on, what is a saison? You just cast a beer wizard spell at me.
Hop BroIt is a Belgian-style beer where the yeast does a lot of the talking. In simple terms, you get spicy, breezy aromatics, and this one aims for that airy summer feel.
MugiWhat, so it is like summer perfume in beer form? That sounds weirdly classy for something called Nekopunch.
Hop BroExactly, but saison yeast can be tricky. Hop choice and alcohol level can shift the aroma a lot, so the fun here is that it turned into an unplanned personality instead of something too neat.
MugiSo even the yeast has mood swings? A cat inside beer feels way too believable now. How are you supposed to drink it?
Hop BroCold, then into a glass. That way the cooling aroma opens up, and the 5.0% ABV stays crisp and easy. They are also pointing people to direct sales and Rakuten.
MugiThat is it, I am sold. Tonight I want a Mugi Nekopunch toast, and you can do the aroma commentary while I handle the dramatic first sip.
Hop BroFair split. Vector Brewing really made a summer-ready Nekopunch, and this feels like one to grab before the heat and the season are gone.
A summer take on the "Nekopunch" series
Vector Brewing has released "Mugi Nekopunch," a summer seasonal beer brewed from the recipe base of its popular "Nekopunch" series. The brewery is located in Yorii, Saitama, and continues to build a lineup that combines familiar styles with distinctive seasonal releases.
According to the brewery, the beer is brewed in a saison style and designed to suit hot weather. It comes in at 5.0% ABV, with the emphasis placed on the spicy and refreshing character typically associated with saison yeast. The official description frames it as a beer you would want to reach for in summer.
> Saison / 5.0% ABV
The brewery also describes the aroma as a kind of "summer perfume," highlighting a clean and elegant profile rather than a loud, aggressive one. The official note explains that saison yeast can behave in unpredictable ways depending on hop choice and alcohol level, and that this beer emerged as a product with its own character from that process. In other words, it was not simply a formulaic seasonal variant, but a beer that found its own identity during development.
For drinking, the brewery recommends chilling it thoroughly and pouring it into a glass to enjoy the saison-specific aroma. That guidance fits the beer's overall positioning: a summer limited release that balances drinkability with aromatic complexity.
Vector Brewing also provides purchase links through its official direct shop and its Rakuten storefront, along with a page for trade customers. For fans of saison and summer seasonal releases, "Mugi Nekopunch" is a limited beer worth noting, especially for those interested in a lighter beer with a distinctive aromatic profile.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroI need to tell you about summer-only Mugi Nekopunch from Vector Brewing in Yorii, Saitama. It is based on their popular Nekopunch series, brewed as a saison, and set at 5.0% ABV for an easy summer drink.
MugiWait, the Nekopunch series has a summer version now? The name is cute, but it still sounds like my pint is about to get uppercut.
Hop BroThat contrast is the charm. This release is built as a saison, so it leans into spicy notes, floral aroma, and a light body that works on a hot day.
MugiHold on, what is a saison? You just cast a beer wizard spell at me.
Hop BroIt is a Belgian-style beer where the yeast does a lot of the talking. In simple terms, you get spicy, breezy aromatics, and this one aims for that airy summer feel.
MugiWhat, so it is like summer perfume in beer form? That sounds weirdly classy for something called Nekopunch.
Hop BroExactly, but saison yeast can be tricky. Hop choice and alcohol level can shift the aroma a lot, so the fun here is that it turned into an unplanned personality instead of something too neat.
MugiSo even the yeast has mood swings? A cat inside beer feels way too believable now. How are you supposed to drink it?
Hop BroCold, then into a glass. That way the cooling aroma opens up, and the 5.0% ABV stays crisp and easy. They are also pointing people to direct sales and Rakuten.
MugiThat is it, I am sold. Tonight I want a Mugi Nekopunch toast, and you can do the aroma commentary while I handle the dramatic first sip.
Hop BroFair split. Vector Brewing really made a summer-ready Nekopunch, and this feels like one to grab before the heat and the season are gone.
