Yokohama Beer to Release Sixth Canned Beer, "Yokohama Saison," on April 1
Yokohama Beer Brewery (Yokohama, Kanagawa) will release its new product "Yokohama Saison" on April 1, the sixth installment in its canned beer lineup. Based on traditional Belgian saison and paired with the latest hop, "Krush," the 4.5% ABV beer will be sold sequentially through its directly operated stores, retailers, and official online shop.
Hop BroYokohama Beer Brewery's sixth canned beer, released on April 1, is called "Yokohama Saison."
MugiWhoa, even the name "Yokohama Saison" sounds delicious already! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroThe base is a traditional Belgian saison, and the spicy, floral aroma of Belle Saison yeast is at its core.
MugiBelle Saison yeast? What is that! Can yeast really change the aroma that much?
Hop BroIt really can. Yeast is the star of fermentation, and here it brings out spicy aromas and a light floral character.
MugiOhhh! And they're adding something on top of that? It doesn't sound like just an old-fashioned saison!
Hop BroWhat's interesting is that they layer in the citrus character of the latest hop, Krush. It also has a tropical-fruit-like feel, so classic and modern vibes coexist in one beer.
MugiWow, that's cool! And with 4.5% alcohol, it sounds like it goes down easy!
Hop BroExactly. The IBU is 17, so the bitterness is moderate, and it's designed to be easy to drink. It comes in 350 ml cans and will be available sequentially at the directly operated YOKOHAMA BEER STAND, UMAYA, retailers, and the official online shop.
MugiAnd there's even an event on launch day? Then I'll prepare white fish carpaccio, and Hop-bro, you bring the beer!
A new release that reimagines saison for the modern day
Yokohama Beer Brewery, as the local beer company with the longest history in Yokohama City, has continued making beer with ties to local culture and producers at its core. Founded in 1999, the company is now launching "Yokohama Saison," the sixth entry in its canned beer series.
The beer, set for release on April 1, is based on a recipe that reflects the roots of saison, which Belgian farmers once drank to quench their thirst between summer farm work. The spicy, floral aroma of classic Belle Saison yeast is layered with the citrus and tropical-fruit-like character of the latest hop, "Krush," creating a beer that balances saison tradition with a modern aromatic profile. With an alcohol content of 4.5% and an IBU of 17, it is designed to be easy to drink.
The product comes in a 350 ml can with a suggested retail price of 427 yen before tax. In addition to retailers nationwide and the official online shop, it will also be rolled out sequentially at YOKOHAMA BEER STAND on the first floor and at the main restaurant UMAYA, both operated by Yokohama Beer. On the launch day, April 1, a release event is also planned at UMAYA and the first-floor beer stand, giving customers a chance to enjoy "Yokohama Saison" inside the store.
Suggested pairings include white fish carpaccio with dill and early-summer vegetable dishes. True to its identity as a local Yokohama beer, this new release seems poised to offer a brief pause in busy everyday life while evoking a sense of connection to the city.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroYokohama Beer Brewery's sixth canned beer, released on April 1, is called "Yokohama Saison."
MugiWhoa, even the name "Yokohama Saison" sounds delicious already! What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroThe base is a traditional Belgian saison, and the spicy, floral aroma of Belle Saison yeast is at its core.
MugiBelle Saison yeast? What is that! Can yeast really change the aroma that much?
Hop BroIt really can. Yeast is the star of fermentation, and here it brings out spicy aromas and a light floral character.
MugiOhhh! And they're adding something on top of that? It doesn't sound like just an old-fashioned saison!
Hop BroWhat's interesting is that they layer in the citrus character of the latest hop, Krush. It also has a tropical-fruit-like feel, so classic and modern vibes coexist in one beer.
MugiWow, that's cool! And with 4.5% alcohol, it sounds like it goes down easy!
Hop BroExactly. The IBU is 17, so the bitterness is moderate, and it's designed to be easy to drink. It comes in 350 ml cans and will be available sequentially at the directly operated YOKOHAMA BEER STAND, UMAYA, retailers, and the official online shop.
MugiAnd there's even an event on launch day? Then I'll prepare white fish carpaccio, and Hop-bro, you bring the beer!
