Minoh Beer releases seasonal grapefruit sour ale 'Grefuru Sour'
Minoh Beer, based in Minoh, Osaka, has announced the release of its new seasonal sour ale, 'Grefuru Sour,' made with plenty of grapefruit. The beer will reach restaurants and liquor retailers from around June 5, with sales on the official online shop starting at 5:00 p.m. on June 12.
Hop BroMinoh Beer in Osaka has something worth talking about today. A new beer called Grapefruit Sour already sounds like trouble for my thirst.
MugiWhat! A limited seasonal release? That phrase alone makes me want to clear space in the fridge.
Hop BroIt’s brewed by Minoh Brewery under the Minoh Beer label, and it’s a grapefruit-led sour ale built for the season.
MugiNo way, and it has hops too, right? Cascade and Citra sound less like ingredients and more like wizard classmates!
Hop BroAnd they add Nelson Sauvin on top of that. The three-hop aroma lineup gives it rich citrus character with a refreshing finish.
MugiHold on, what does crisp malt character even mean? Is this beer secretly trying to be a potato chip?!
Hop BroNot crunchy, just clean and snappy on the finish. That light body feel plus the tidy lactic tang makes it super easy to keep drinking.
MugiOooh, and 4.5% ABV sounds dangerously perfect for a hot day.
Hop BroExactly. It’s 22 IBU, pale, and unfiltered too. Best around 6-8C is where the bright character really comes alive.
MugiOkay, but when can I get it? June 12 at 5 p.m. sounds like an instant calendar alert to me.
Hop BroBars and bottle shops start getting it around June 5, and the online shop goes live at that June 12 time. 330ml bottles and kegs makes it easy to find at home or on draft.
MugiThen this is officially a pour-it-right-now situation. You and I are absolutely grabbing a glass the second we find it!
New seasonal release
Minoh Beer is launching 'Grefuru Sour,' a seasonal sour ale centered on grapefruit. The brewery describes it as a beer with vivid citrus character, supported by Cascade, Citra, and Nelson Sauvin hops, and finished with a clean, refreshing drinkability.
The beer is built on a light body and a crisp malt profile, with acidity kept sharp but balanced. It is classified as happoshu, or low-malt beer under Japanese labeling rules, and uses malt, grapefruit, hops, and lactic acid. The beer comes in at 4.5% ABV and 22 IBU, with a pale color, best served at 6-8°C and left unfiltered.
Availability is staggered. Restaurants and liquor retailers will begin carrying it from around June 5, while the official online shop will start sales at 5:00 p.m. on June 12. It will be offered in 330 ml bottles and on draft, giving drinkers a choice between retail, on-premise, and online channels.
Based in Minoh, Osaka, Minoh Beer has built its identity on classic beer styles alongside seasonal releases that often use local fruit and yuzu. The brewery also highlights its record of gold medals in international competitions. 'Grefuru Sour' fits that approach: a seasonal beer that reflects both technical brewing and a clear sense of place.
Source: Minoh Beer news page
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroMinoh Beer in Osaka has something worth talking about today. A new beer called Grapefruit Sour already sounds like trouble for my thirst.
MugiWhat! A limited seasonal release? That phrase alone makes me want to clear space in the fridge.
Hop BroIt’s brewed by Minoh Brewery under the Minoh Beer label, and it’s a grapefruit-led sour ale built for the season.
MugiNo way, and it has hops too, right? Cascade and Citra sound less like ingredients and more like wizard classmates!
Hop BroAnd they add Nelson Sauvin on top of that. The three-hop aroma lineup gives it rich citrus character with a refreshing finish.
MugiHold on, what does crisp malt character even mean? Is this beer secretly trying to be a potato chip?!
Hop BroNot crunchy, just clean and snappy on the finish. That light body feel plus the tidy lactic tang makes it super easy to keep drinking.
MugiOooh, and 4.5% ABV sounds dangerously perfect for a hot day.
Hop BroExactly. It’s 22 IBU, pale, and unfiltered too. Best around 6-8C is where the bright character really comes alive.
MugiOkay, but when can I get it? June 12 at 5 p.m. sounds like an instant calendar alert to me.
Hop BroBars and bottle shops start getting it around June 5, and the online shop goes live at that June 12 time. 330ml bottles and kegs makes it easy to find at home or on draft.
MugiThen this is officially a pour-it-right-now situation. You and I are absolutely grabbing a glass the second we find it!
