Minoh Beer launches seasonal PLUM GOSE brewed with ripe Nanko plums and plum vinegar
Minoh Beer, based in Minoh, Osaka, is starting sales of PLUM GOSE, a seasonal gose brewed with ripe Nanko plums and plum vinegar from Minabe, Wakayama. Online sales begin on July 18 at 5 p.m., followed by sales at WAREHOUSE on July 22.
Hop BroToday’s topic is Minoh Brewery’s seasonal PLUM GOSE release. It’s a summer beer made with Nanko plums, and the concept is seriously strong.
MugiWhat! A plum beer already sounds fun, and it’s a Gose-style beer too? My mouth puckered just hearing the name!
Hop BroThe key is that they used ripe plums and plum vinegar from Minabe, Wakayama. That layers real plum fruitiness with soft acidity and savory depth.
MugiWait, what is plum vinegar exactly? If you say vinegar, I immediately imagine my face folding into itself!
Hop BroIt’s the liquid that comes from pickling plums, and here it adds rounded acidity rather than sharp harshness. Think less sting, more smooth connection between flavors.
MugiOhhh, so it’s not sourness doing a full sprint, it’s savory sourness too. Very civilized plum behavior!
Hop BroExactly. Then Gose brings in a gentle salty note, which lets the soft ripe-plum character stand out. The finish stays light and refreshing, perfect for hot weather.
MugiSalt too? This is a very busy glass in the best way. My taste buds are holding a staff meeting!
Hop BroBut the design sounds clean. Minoh Beer keeps a classic foundation while doing seasonal brews, and this one sounds like clear plum character with an easy, crisp drinkability.
MugiNow I really want it. When does it go on sale? Online starts July 18 at 5 PM, right?
Hop BroRight, and the WAREHOUSE release begins on July 22. They also mentioned taps and retail sales at partner bars and bottle shops, so it’s worth keeping an eye out.
MugiThat settles it. The plum-salt-acid combo sounds way too perfect for summer, and I want to try it with your running commentary!
Hop BroThat’s the plan. This seasonal Minoh pour feels like the kind of beer you want in a proper glass, just to catch the aroma before the first sip. I want one already.
Minoh Beer has brewed a seasonal release called PLUM GOSE using Nanko plums from Minabe, Wakayama. The brewery notes that plum-based beers are already familiar territory for the company, but this time it combines ripe plums and plum vinegar to bring together fruit character and the style's signature profile.
The beer is built around the soft fruitiness of ripe plums, along with the gentle acidity and umami of plum vinegar. Those elements are meant to work with the gose style's light salinity, creating a beer that stays bright and refreshing on the finish. It is positioned as a summer beer with an easy, crisp drinkability.
Sales will begin in stages:
- Online shop: July 18, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
- WAREHOUSE: from July 22, 2026
Minoh Beer also says the beer will be available on tap and for sale at selected bars and liquor shops it works with. Based in Minoh City, Osaka, the brewery has long combined classic beer styles with seasonal brewing, guided by its motto, "Brew beer, and brew people." PLUM GOSE fits that approach well as a seasonal beer grounded in local relationships and clear flavor design.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s topic is Minoh Brewery’s seasonal PLUM GOSE release. It’s a summer beer made with Nanko plums, and the concept is seriously strong.
MugiWhat! A plum beer already sounds fun, and it’s a Gose-style beer too? My mouth puckered just hearing the name!
Hop BroThe key is that they used ripe plums and plum vinegar from Minabe, Wakayama. That layers real plum fruitiness with soft acidity and savory depth.
MugiWait, what is plum vinegar exactly? If you say vinegar, I immediately imagine my face folding into itself!
Hop BroIt’s the liquid that comes from pickling plums, and here it adds rounded acidity rather than sharp harshness. Think less sting, more smooth connection between flavors.
MugiOhhh, so it’s not sourness doing a full sprint, it’s savory sourness too. Very civilized plum behavior!
Hop BroExactly. Then Gose brings in a gentle salty note, which lets the soft ripe-plum character stand out. The finish stays light and refreshing, perfect for hot weather.
MugiSalt too? This is a very busy glass in the best way. My taste buds are holding a staff meeting!
Hop BroBut the design sounds clean. Minoh Beer keeps a classic foundation while doing seasonal brews, and this one sounds like clear plum character with an easy, crisp drinkability.
MugiNow I really want it. When does it go on sale? Online starts July 18 at 5 PM, right?
Hop BroRight, and the WAREHOUSE release begins on July 22. They also mentioned taps and retail sales at partner bars and bottle shops, so it’s worth keeping an eye out.
MugiThat settles it. The plum-salt-acid combo sounds way too perfect for summer, and I want to try it with your running commentary!
Hop BroThat’s the plan. This seasonal Minoh pour feels like the kind of beer you want in a proper glass, just to catch the aroma before the first sip. I want one already.
