THIS BREWING Introduces Its First Lager, “this dark lager”
Tokyo-based THIS BREWING has begun serving “this dark lager,” its first-ever lager beer. With an ABV of 5.0%, the beer combines roasted malt character and gentle sweetness with the crisp, clean finish associated with lager styles.
Hop BroDIS Brewing in Bunkyo, Tokyo has released its first lager, “this dark lager.”
MugiWhat? Their very first lager? I thought they were known for making really unusual beers!
Hop BroExactly. It’s a dark lager with a 5.0% ABV.
MugiA lager that’s dark? Aren’t dark beers always super heavy?
Hop BroThat’s the fun part: it has toasty malt character, but it aims for the clean, crisp finish you expect from a lager.
MugiNo way! So it can be roasty like coffee but still feel light at the end? That’s a greedy little beer!
Hop BroPretty much. Roasted malt is grain that has been heated for color and aroma, and this beer also has a subtle sweetness.
MugiRich dark-beer flavor, a crisp drinkability, and a little sweetness? My taste buds are already trying to toast!
Hop BroDIS Brewing has made pale ales, IPAs, sours, gose, and stouts, so this feels like a new direction for them.
MugiIt sounds right for a slow, thoughtful pour or a casual after-work glass. But where can we find it?
Hop BroIt began pouring on September 16, 2026, but locations and packaged-beer details haven’t been announced—so check their official social channels.
MugiGot it! Let’s hunt one down and test that roasty-but-crisp balance. I want a dark lager toast right now!
THIS BREWING, based in Bunkyo, Tokyo, has introduced “this dark lager,” the brewery’s first lager beer. According to the brewery’s official Instagram post, it has been available from September 16, 2026.
As its name suggests, “this dark lager” is a dark-colored lager with a malt-forward profile. The brewery describes roasted malt aromas and flavors accompanied by a subtle sweetness. Despite its deeper color, the beer is designed to retain the clean, refreshing drinkability characteristic of lager. Its alcohol content is 5.0% ABV.
The beer may appeal to drinkers who enjoy the toasted malt character and depth of darker beers but still want a light, crisp finish. THIS BREWING says it can be enjoyed slowly or as an easygoing single pint, making it suitable for both focused tasting and casual drinking.
THIS BREWING is a craft brewery based in Tokyo’s Bunkyo Ward. Its official website lists a varied portfolio that has included pale ales, IPAs, sour ales, gose, and stouts. The brewery has also explored ingredients such as fruit, spices, and tea. Against that background, “this dark lager” represents a new stylistic direction for the brewery while retaining its interest in a broad range of beer expressions.
The Instagram announcement states that the beer is being served from the day of the post, but it does not specify the serving location, availability period, or whether packaged beer is available. For current availability, readers should check THIS BREWING’s official website and social media channels.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroDIS Brewing in Bunkyo, Tokyo has released its first lager, “this dark lager.”
MugiWhat? Their very first lager? I thought they were known for making really unusual beers!
Hop BroExactly. It’s a dark lager with a 5.0% ABV.
MugiA lager that’s dark? Aren’t dark beers always super heavy?
Hop BroThat’s the fun part: it has toasty malt character, but it aims for the clean, crisp finish you expect from a lager.
MugiNo way! So it can be roasty like coffee but still feel light at the end? That’s a greedy little beer!
Hop BroPretty much. Roasted malt is grain that has been heated for color and aroma, and this beer also has a subtle sweetness.
MugiRich dark-beer flavor, a crisp drinkability, and a little sweetness? My taste buds are already trying to toast!
Hop BroDIS Brewing has made pale ales, IPAs, sours, gose, and stouts, so this feels like a new direction for them.
MugiIt sounds right for a slow, thoughtful pour or a casual after-work glass. But where can we find it?
Hop BroIt began pouring on September 16, 2026, but locations and packaged-beer details haven’t been announced—so check their official social channels.
MugiGot it! Let’s hunt one down and test that roasty-but-crisp balance. I want a dark lager toast right now!
