Uchoten Brewing Reveals Details of "AMBER" for BAMBOO4's Anniversary
Nagano-based Uchoten Brewing has revealed the design concept behind its collaboration beer "AMBER," brewed to commemorate the first anniversary of the craft beer shop BAMBOO4 in Noge, Yokohama. According to the post, outside sales have ended, and only a small amount remains for taproom service.
Hop BroToday, Uchoten Brewing's AMBER is the hot topic. They even revealed the design concept as a collaboration for BAMBOO4's anniversary.
MugiWhoa, that title already sounds strong! Czech Style Amber Lager 13° sounds delicious just from the name alone!
Hop BroWhat's really cool is the content: it has malt character with caramel and nut aromas plus a toasty feel, yet it's designed to drink smoother than it looks.
MugiOh wow! A deep amber color but light on the palate? That's the kind of gap between appearance and taste that makes you fall in love!
Hop BroThe recipe is serious too, with Floor Malted Bohemian Pilsner and Dark as the core, layered with Carabohemian and Melanoidin.
MugiWhat is that! Double decoction brewing sounds like a spell. If you cast it, does beer appear?
Hop BroClose, but it's not magic, it's a traditional technique. It's a classic Czech-leaning approach that brings out malt depth and aroma through the process of boiling the mash and returning it.
MugiSo craftsman-like! And with Kazbek and Saaz hops and Urkel yeast, it's basically a full-on Czech journey!
Hop BroAnd it gets even nicer because they used Suwa's soft water. The specs are ABV 5.5% / IBU 32 / FG 1.012, and it's bittersweet that outside sales have ended and only a little remains.
MugiThen we have to hurry! Get some roast meat or sausages ready, because I want a glass right now~!
On March 16, 2026, Uchoten Brewing introduced AMBER / Czech Style Amber Lager 13°, saying it was posting the beers it had released in sequence because it had not been able to share them at all.
This beer was created as a collaboration to celebrate the first anniversary of BAMBOO4 (@bamboo4craftbeer) in Noge, Yokohama. The post describes it as featuring malt-derived flavors reminiscent of caramel, nuts, and toast, along with a smooth mouthfeel that is lighter than its color might suggest.
On the recipe side, Floor Malted Bohemian Pilsner and Floor Malted Bohemian Dark were used as the base. In addition, Carabohemian Malt and Melanoidin malt were combined, and the beer was brewed with a double decoction process. The hops are Kazbek and Saaz, and the yeast is Urkel. The specs are ABV 5.5% / IBU 32 / FG 1.012.
The post also mentions that the beer was made while taking advantage of Nagano's water profile, saying it "made use of Suwa's soft water." The result is a brew that combines a Czech-style design with an approach to brewing that takes the local water quality as a starting point.
As for availability, the post says that as of publication, outside sales have ended and only a small amount remains in the taproom. As for food pairings, it recommends roast meat dishes and sausages.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, Uchoten Brewing's AMBER is the hot topic. They even revealed the design concept as a collaboration for BAMBOO4's anniversary.
MugiWhoa, that title already sounds strong! Czech Style Amber Lager 13° sounds delicious just from the name alone!
Hop BroWhat's really cool is the content: it has malt character with caramel and nut aromas plus a toasty feel, yet it's designed to drink smoother than it looks.
MugiOh wow! A deep amber color but light on the palate? That's the kind of gap between appearance and taste that makes you fall in love!
Hop BroThe recipe is serious too, with Floor Malted Bohemian Pilsner and Dark as the core, layered with Carabohemian and Melanoidin.
MugiWhat is that! Double decoction brewing sounds like a spell. If you cast it, does beer appear?
Hop BroClose, but it's not magic, it's a traditional technique. It's a classic Czech-leaning approach that brings out malt depth and aroma through the process of boiling the mash and returning it.
MugiSo craftsman-like! And with Kazbek and Saaz hops and Urkel yeast, it's basically a full-on Czech journey!
Hop BroAnd it gets even nicer because they used Suwa's soft water. The specs are ABV 5.5% / IBU 32 / FG 1.012, and it's bittersweet that outside sales have ended and only a little remains.
MugiThen we have to hurry! Get some roast meat or sausages ready, because I want a glass right now~!
