Ten Forward introduces limited Iwami Tomato Saison
Ten Forward, based in Iwami Town, Tottori, introduced its limited-batch "IWAMI BLUE BEER Iwami Tomato Saison." The saison is described as bringing together gentle tomato acidity, umami, and a light touch of sea salt, with a strong fit for Japanese home-style dishes.
Hop BroToday I want to talk about Iwami Tomato Saison from Ten Forward in Tottori. It is a limited saison built around tomato acidity and umami, and it is exactly the kind of beer that grabs attention.
MugiWait, a tomato beer!? That sounds like a salad cannonballed straight into a pint glass!
Hop BroThat is the fun part. It is officially an exclusive brewed saison under the IWAMI BLUE BEER name, with gentle tomato tang and savoriness plus just a hint of sun-dried salt.
MugiWhat even is a saison style? My brain heard “fancy beer word” and immediately logged out!
Hop BroIn simple terms, saison is bright and easy-drinking. It usually finishes crisp, so the tomato umami and the salty touch stay balanced instead of turning heavy.
MugiOhhh, so this sounds like made for meals more than just sipping on its own? It is suddenly giving dinner-table energy!
Hop BroExactly. Ten Forward says it pairs really well with Japanese obanzai dishes, and they even suggest it with parts of their TEN plate like venison hamburger, spicy soybeans, and sauteed sweet peppers with tiny fish.
MugiIt goes with venison too!? That range is ridiculous. Veggie dishes and meat dishes both? This beer is playing every position!
Hop BroThat is because the tomato umami blends into vegetables, while the saison freshness lifts richer dishes too. It feels very intentionally built as a meal beer, which is such a Ten Forward move.
MugiI am officially at need this now. If it can handle cold tofu and venison in the same sitting, I want it at my dinner table immediately!
Hop BroSame here. It sounds like a gentle food beer rooted in Iwami's local food culture, and now I just want a full plate and a cold glass.
Ten Forward, a brewery in Iwami Town, Iwami District, Tottori, highlighted its "IWAMI BLUE BEER Iwami Tomato Saison" on Instagram. According to the post, the beer is a saison-style brew built around the gentle acidity and umami of tomatoes, with a light accent of sun-dried salt. It is being released as a limited-batch beer.
The brewery also emphasized how well the beer works at the table. Ten Forward said it pairs especially well with Japanese obanzai-style dishes and shared serving examples alongside part of its TEN plate. The pairings included venison hamburger, spicy soybeans, stir-fried sweet peppers with dried sardines, Chinese-style salad with spaghetti squash, and chilled tofu topped with kelp and vegetable soy pickles.
The post notes that the tomato character helps the beer blend smoothly with delicate vegetable dishes, while the saison's refreshing profile also lifts richer meat dishes. It is positioned clearly as a food-pairing beer rather than a standalone novelty. From its base in Iwami Town, Ten Forward continues to present beers that connect local ingredients with everyday meals, and this tomato saison follows that direction closely.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday I want to talk about Iwami Tomato Saison from Ten Forward in Tottori. It is a limited saison built around tomato acidity and umami, and it is exactly the kind of beer that grabs attention.
MugiWait, a tomato beer!? That sounds like a salad cannonballed straight into a pint glass!
Hop BroThat is the fun part. It is officially an exclusive brewed saison under the IWAMI BLUE BEER name, with gentle tomato tang and savoriness plus just a hint of sun-dried salt.
MugiWhat even is a saison style? My brain heard “fancy beer word” and immediately logged out!
Hop BroIn simple terms, saison is bright and easy-drinking. It usually finishes crisp, so the tomato umami and the salty touch stay balanced instead of turning heavy.
MugiOhhh, so this sounds like made for meals more than just sipping on its own? It is suddenly giving dinner-table energy!
Hop BroExactly. Ten Forward says it pairs really well with Japanese obanzai dishes, and they even suggest it with parts of their TEN plate like venison hamburger, spicy soybeans, and sauteed sweet peppers with tiny fish.
MugiIt goes with venison too!? That range is ridiculous. Veggie dishes and meat dishes both? This beer is playing every position!
Hop BroThat is because the tomato umami blends into vegetables, while the saison freshness lifts richer dishes too. It feels very intentionally built as a meal beer, which is such a Ten Forward move.
MugiI am officially at need this now. If it can handle cold tofu and venison in the same sitting, I want it at my dinner table immediately!
Hop BroSame here. It sounds like a gentle food beer rooted in Iwami's local food culture, and now I just want a full plate and a cold glass.
