OH!LA!HO BEER to Release Kiwifruit-Scented Limited Sour Ale on December 11
The craft brewery OH!LA!HO BEER, based in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture, will release a limited-edition product, "Bière de Raiden Seasonal Brew: Special Secret Kiwifruit Sour Ale," on Thursday, December 11, 2025. It will be rolled out gradually at supermarkets and other retailers nationwide as a year-end "final drink."
Hop BroIt’s a limited release from OH!LA!HO BEER in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture, on December 11, 2025! The name is "Bière de Raiden Seasonal Brew Special Secret Kiwifruit Sour Ale"!
MugiWhoa, that name is long! But just hearing "kiwifruit sour ale" makes me curious!
Hop BroIt’s the 2025 version of the annually changing "Special Secret." It layers the crisp acidity with the juiciness and brightness of kiwi, making it a year-end closing beer.
MugiOhhh! But does "sour ale" just mean a sour beer? Like, one that makes your face pucker?
Hop BroGood question. It has a soft acidity from lactic acid, and this one also uses lactose and oats, so it’s smooth rather than sharply sour. With kiwi puree and juice adding aroma, it’s designed to be easy to drink.
MugiLactose!? They put milk in beer!? Is it turning into breakfast!?
Hop BroNot actual milk, of course. It’s more like adding body and a gentle sweetness with lactose, while rounding out the acidity. So it’s not just "sour"; it’s also a food-pairing beer that goes well with dishes.
MugiWhat!? That sounds like it would go perfectly with Christmas feasts and New Year’s meals!
Hop BroExactly. And the "Bière de Raiden Seasonal Brew" series is appealing because it changes styles with the seasons. White in spring, weizen in summer, IPA in autumn, porter in winter, and this one is the special release in that flow.
MugiA 350 ml can for 404 yen including tax is easy to try, and at 5% alcohol, it’s just right! I’ve decided already, let’s toast with kiwi sour ale on December 11!
Hop BroAgreed! It sounds like it’ll roll out gradually at supermarkets nationwide, so if you find it, straight into the basket. Let’s go enjoy that year-end "final drink" together!
The year-end limited "Special Secret" returns again this year
What Oraho Beer announced is a special edition of its seasonal series, "Bière de Raiden Seasonal Brew." The 2025 version of the annually changing "Special Secret" is a kiwifruit sour ale.
This release is designed as a sour ale that combines a crisp acidity with a smooth mouthfeel, layered with the fresh, bright flavor of kiwi. It is being positioned for toast moments from Christmas through the New Year holidays, as well as for pairing with festive dishes at the table.
A series built around "the four seasons and seasonal ingredients"
"Bière de Raiden Seasonal Brew" is a seasonal series developed under the concept of "enjoying Japan's four seasons and the flavors of the season." Its defining feature is that it brews different beer styles for each season: white ale in spring, weizen in summer, IPA in autumn, and porter in winter.
Within that lineup, "Special Secret" serves as a special slot to cap off the year. It is designed not only to be enjoyed on its own, but also as a food-pairing beer, with the aim of bringing out the aroma and character of craft beer alongside dishes.
Product details
- Product name: Bière de Raiden Seasonal Brew Special Secret Kiwifruit Sour Ale
- Category: Happoshu (malt content 50% or more)
- Release date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
- Package sizes: 350 ml can, 10 L keg
- Ingredients: Malt (produced overseas), oats, hops, kiwi puree, kiwi juice, lactose, flavoring
- Alcohol content: 5%
- Best-before period: 8 months from the production date
- Suggested retail price: 350 ml can, 368 yen (404 yen including tax)
About the brewery
OH!LA!HO BEER is a craft brewery based in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture. Its regular lineup includes a wide range of styles such as golden ale, amber ale, saison, and IPA, and it also places strong emphasis on seasonal releases. For the company, which grows its own hops and emphasizes sanitation and fermentation control, this limited release appears to be a beer that expresses both "seasonality" and "connection with food."
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroIt’s a limited release from OH!LA!HO BEER in Tomi City, Nagano Prefecture, on December 11, 2025! The name is "Bière de Raiden Seasonal Brew Special Secret Kiwifruit Sour Ale"!
MugiWhoa, that name is long! But just hearing "kiwifruit sour ale" makes me curious!
Hop BroIt’s the 2025 version of the annually changing "Special Secret." It layers the crisp acidity with the juiciness and brightness of kiwi, making it a year-end closing beer.
MugiOhhh! But does "sour ale" just mean a sour beer? Like, one that makes your face pucker?
Hop BroGood question. It has a soft acidity from lactic acid, and this one also uses lactose and oats, so it’s smooth rather than sharply sour. With kiwi puree and juice adding aroma, it’s designed to be easy to drink.
MugiLactose!? They put milk in beer!? Is it turning into breakfast!?
Hop BroNot actual milk, of course. It’s more like adding body and a gentle sweetness with lactose, while rounding out the acidity. So it’s not just "sour"; it’s also a food-pairing beer that goes well with dishes.
MugiWhat!? That sounds like it would go perfectly with Christmas feasts and New Year’s meals!
Hop BroExactly. And the "Bière de Raiden Seasonal Brew" series is appealing because it changes styles with the seasons. White in spring, weizen in summer, IPA in autumn, porter in winter, and this one is the special release in that flow.
MugiA 350 ml can for 404 yen including tax is easy to try, and at 5% alcohol, it’s just right! I’ve decided already, let’s toast with kiwi sour ale on December 11!
Hop BroAgreed! It sounds like it’ll roll out gradually at supermarkets nationwide, so if you find it, straight into the basket. Let’s go enjoy that year-end "final drink" together!
