Nara Brewing launches FUNCTION - Have Fun ver. after World Beer Cup gold
Nara Brewing Co. has started selling FUNCTION - Have Fun ver., a limited-label version of its regular FUNCTION, to celebrate a gold medal in the American-Belgo-Style Ale category at the World Beer Cup 2026. The release adds a playful visual twist to one of the brewery’s signature beers.
Hop BroNara Brewing has a big one today. They just launched a WBC gold celebration version of "FUNCTION - Have Fun ver.".
MugiWait, Nara Brewing, like the one with the cat label? A limited edition label already has my full attention!
Hop BroExactly. It is basically a dressed-up FUNCTION, their core beer, released to celebrate winning gold at World Beer Cup 2026 in the American-Belgo-Style Ale category.
MugiOkay but American-Belgo style sounds both specific and mysterious. What does that even taste like?!
Hop BroIn simple terms, it blends Belgian-style yeast character with bright American hop aroma. So it is kind of a yeast-and-hop combo move.
MugiWhat is that, a superhero beer? And the label has the cat with “fa” eyes, which is way too fun and weird in the best way!
Hop BroThe beer itself is strong too. With Nelson Sauvin leading, you get a white-wine-like aroma plus notes of white grape, tropical fruit, berries, and citrus.
MugiNice! But when you casually say dry from saison yeast, what am I supposed to imagine in my mouth?
Hop BroIt means the finish is crisp instead of heavy or sugary, so you want another sip right away. At ABV 6.0% and IBU 24, it stays balanced, with a slight tart snap, and comes in 350ml, 10.4L, and 15.5L formats.
MugiNow I have no choice, I want one now! I will take the 350ml, and you are definitely eyeing the keg sizes already.
Hop BroThat accusation is completely fair. I seriously want to toast with the Have Fun version and taste exactly why it won gold.
Based in Nara City, Nara Brewing Co. was founded in 2017 and has built its lineup around the idea that beer can reflect the character of its home region. The brewery has now introduced FUNCTION - Have Fun ver., a special-label version of its regular American-Belgo-style ale FUNCTION, marking the beer’s gold medal win in the American-Belgo-Style Ale category at the World Beer Cup 2026. The official page lists 10.4L, 15.5L, and 350ml formats.
The label features the familiar cat from the standard FUNCTION artwork, this time reworked around the theme of "Have Function!" and the kinds of fun people naturally get into while drinking beer. It is a visual celebration of the beer’s award, but the recipe remains the same core beer: ABV 6.0%, IBU 24, and a hop bill of Mosaic, Hallertau Blanc, Cascade, Nelson Sauvin, and Mandarina Bavaria.
Nelson Sauvin leads the aroma with white-wine and Sauvignon Blanc-like notes, while the other hops add layers of white grape, tropical fruit, berry, and citrus. Saison yeast gives the beer a dry finish with a slight tart edge, making it a beer designed for repeat sips rather than a one-and-done pint.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroNara Brewing has a big one today. They just launched a WBC gold celebration version of "FUNCTION - Have Fun ver.".
MugiWait, Nara Brewing, like the one with the cat label? A limited edition label already has my full attention!
Hop BroExactly. It is basically a dressed-up FUNCTION, their core beer, released to celebrate winning gold at World Beer Cup 2026 in the American-Belgo-Style Ale category.
MugiOkay but American-Belgo style sounds both specific and mysterious. What does that even taste like?!
Hop BroIn simple terms, it blends Belgian-style yeast character with bright American hop aroma. So it is kind of a yeast-and-hop combo move.
MugiWhat is that, a superhero beer? And the label has the cat with “fa” eyes, which is way too fun and weird in the best way!
Hop BroThe beer itself is strong too. With Nelson Sauvin leading, you get a white-wine-like aroma plus notes of white grape, tropical fruit, berries, and citrus.
MugiNice! But when you casually say dry from saison yeast, what am I supposed to imagine in my mouth?
Hop BroIt means the finish is crisp instead of heavy or sugary, so you want another sip right away. At ABV 6.0% and IBU 24, it stays balanced, with a slight tart snap, and comes in 350ml, 10.4L, and 15.5L formats.
MugiNow I have no choice, I want one now! I will take the 350ml, and you are definitely eyeing the keg sizes already.
Hop BroThat accusation is completely fair. I seriously want to toast with the Have Fun version and taste exactly why it won gold.
