Shinkichi Brewery Opens Braggot “Yasashii Akuma,” Fifth Release Using Fujiminori Grapes
Brewpub Shinkichi Brewery in Takasaki, Gunma, introduced its new braggot, “Yasashii Akuma,” on Instagram. Made with Fujiminori grapes from Fujioka, this 7% ABV beer is characterized by a sweet-tart, smooth drinking profile.
Hop BroShinkichi Brewery has released the fifth braggot in the series, “Yasashii Akuma.” It uses Fujiminori grapes from Fujioka, and it’s a bottle where the softness of honey overlaps with a fruity character.
MugiWait, what even is a braggot? Beer with honey and grapes sounds amazing already, but there’s so much information here!
Hop BroBraggot is basically a kind of honey beer. This one is 7% ABV, so it’s not just sweet - it’s designed to have real drinking depth too.
Mugi7% ABV is pretty strong, right? But if it’s sweet-tart and smooth, I feel like I’d end up drinking it way too fast!
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting. The fruity nuances of Fujiminori and the gentle softness from the honey come together, so it doesn’t feel too heavy. With the balance of sweetness and acidity, it goes down smoothly.
MugiWhat is that! “Sweet-tart and smooth” sounds like dessert, but it’s beer! Isn’t that basically cheating?
Hop BroAnd it’s not a one-off either - it’s the fifth in the series. It follows the line that has run from “Hidamari Sunshine” to “Ike I Umeko,” so there’s an interesting buildup behind it too.
MugiOh wow! Hearing it like that makes it feel less like just a new release and more like part of an ongoing story. Now I want to compare the earlier ones too!
Hop BroWhat’s more, it’s nice that they say you can enjoy it for several days after opening. Since the aroma and sweetness change over time, you can follow how it develops in the glass.
MugiThat’s the best! If they’re open from Saturday through the holidays on the weekend, I want to go to Shinkichi Brewery and check out those changes while drinking it!
Hop BroThen it’s settled - one drink in Takasaki. I want to savor the series progression carefully, and I think Mugi-chan will have fun following how the aroma changes.
MugiYeah, the name “Yasashii Akuma” is intriguing too, and now I really want to drink it right away! This definitely calls for a trip on the next day off!
In an Instagram post, Shinkichi Brewery announced its new beer, “Yasashii Akuma.” This beer is the fifth release in its braggot (honey beer) series and has an ABV of 7%. Brewed with Fujiminori grapes from Fujioka, it is designed to combine fruity nuances with the gentle softness that comes from honey.
The post also shows that this beer follows the series that has included “Hidamari Sunshine,” “Koremata Summer Orange,” “Yayoi Berry,” and “Ike I Umeko.” Rather than treating it as a one-off limited item, it may be easier to see it as another step in the braggot lineup the brewery has built up over time.
The flavor is described as “sweet-tart and smooth.” It is also said to be enjoyable for several days after opening, so it sounds appealing to sip it gradually while watching how it changes. Part of the fun may be following the aroma as it rises in the glass and the way the sweetness and acidity settle over time.
Shinkichi Brewery is a brewpub in Wakamatsu-cho, Takasaki, Gunma. One of its attractions is that you can enjoy house-brewed beer on site, and the post also lists business hours. Saturdays are 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sundays 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and holidays 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in principle. If you visit on the weekend, you should be able to enjoy the brewery as it is now, including this new release.
Highlights
- Braggot series fifth release, “Yasashii Akuma”
- Uses Fujiminori grapes from Fujioka
- A solid 7% ABV design
- Sweet-tart and crafted to be enjoyed over time
For beer lovers, this is one to taste while paying attention to the balance between the series lineage and the fruit character.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroShinkichi Brewery has released the fifth braggot in the series, “Yasashii Akuma.” It uses Fujiminori grapes from Fujioka, and it’s a bottle where the softness of honey overlaps with a fruity character.
MugiWait, what even is a braggot? Beer with honey and grapes sounds amazing already, but there’s so much information here!
Hop BroBraggot is basically a kind of honey beer. This one is 7% ABV, so it’s not just sweet - it’s designed to have real drinking depth too.
Mugi7% ABV is pretty strong, right? But if it’s sweet-tart and smooth, I feel like I’d end up drinking it way too fast!
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting. The fruity nuances of Fujiminori and the gentle softness from the honey come together, so it doesn’t feel too heavy. With the balance of sweetness and acidity, it goes down smoothly.
MugiWhat is that! “Sweet-tart and smooth” sounds like dessert, but it’s beer! Isn’t that basically cheating?
Hop BroAnd it’s not a one-off either - it’s the fifth in the series. It follows the line that has run from “Hidamari Sunshine” to “Ike I Umeko,” so there’s an interesting buildup behind it too.
MugiOh wow! Hearing it like that makes it feel less like just a new release and more like part of an ongoing story. Now I want to compare the earlier ones too!
Hop BroWhat’s more, it’s nice that they say you can enjoy it for several days after opening. Since the aroma and sweetness change over time, you can follow how it develops in the glass.
MugiThat’s the best! If they’re open from Saturday through the holidays on the weekend, I want to go to Shinkichi Brewery and check out those changes while drinking it!
Hop BroThen it’s settled - one drink in Takasaki. I want to savor the series progression carefully, and I think Mugi-chan will have fun following how the aroma changes.
MugiYeah, the name “Yasashii Akuma” is intriguing too, and now I really want to drink it right away! This definitely calls for a trip on the next day off!
