THIS Brewing rolls out raspberry & oak sour in cans, announces THIS-store-only sales
Tokyo's THIS Brewing posted on Instagram on February 26, 2026, announcing that its "this sour ale w/ raspberry & oak" is also available in cans. The post says sales are limited to THIS locations.
Hop BroBreaking news: Tokyo's THIS Brewing announced on Instagram on February 26, 2026 that it will release "this sour ale w/ raspberry & oak" in cans. And it's only being sold at THIS locations!
MugiWait, cans but only at the store? So no chance of a fateful reunion at the convenience store?!
Hop BroExactly, that's the point. It's a local initiative that narrows distribution and boosts the value of the "buying it on site" experience.
MugiOhhh! So what kind of beer is it? The name is so long it sounds like a spell!
Hop BroIt's a sour ale. It seems designed with the tart-sweet character of raspberry layered with woody notes from oak. Fruit and barrel character, a two-stage attack.
MugiWhat does "oak-derived" even mean? Does it taste like chewing wood?!
Hop BroNo chewing, no chewing. Roughly speaking, it means aromas and depth that evoke wooden barrels. It can add vanilla-like and woody notes, and sometimes make the acidity feel rounder.
MugiWow, suddenly it's so fancy! By the way, did they release details on the flavor or the price? I need to prepare my wallet!
Hop BroThis post doesn't disclose the tasting details, price, or number of bottles. But the related "this sour ale w/raspberry" is listed on the official website as 5.5% ABV, a 350 ml can, and a red-hued sour ale made with raspberries, so this one should be highly promising too.
MugiJust imagining it is enough to make my mouth pucker! Let's go to THIS and toast with the raspberry & oak sour!
At 5:13 p.m. on February 26, 2026, THIS Brewing announced on its official Instagram (@thisbrewing) that "this sour ale w/ raspberry & oak" can also be enjoyed as a canned product. It also clearly stated, "Sales will be available only at THIS locations," indicating a rollout focused on a narrow distribution channel.
The post did not include detailed tasting notes, price, or the initial release quantity. However, the product name makes it clear that this is a sour ale combining raspberry-derived fruit character with oak elements. Interest is likely to center on how the brewery designed the experience of tart sourness, the sweet-and-tart character of the fruit, and the nuances evoking wooden barrel aging.
On the brewery's official website, a related product, "this sour ale w/raspberry," is also listed. It is introduced as a red-hued sour ale made with raspberries, at 5.5% ABV and in 350 ml cans. The new "raspberry & oak" version is notable as an extension that pushes the recipe's character even further.
Based in Tokyo, THIS Brewing continues to communicate by combining canned offerings with taproom experiences. This announcement can also be seen as a local exclusive initiative that increases the value of buying on site. If you want to get your hands on it, it is best to check the brewery's official Instagram and website for the latest information.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBreaking news: Tokyo's THIS Brewing announced on Instagram on February 26, 2026 that it will release "this sour ale w/ raspberry & oak" in cans. And it's only being sold at THIS locations!
MugiWait, cans but only at the store? So no chance of a fateful reunion at the convenience store?!
Hop BroExactly, that's the point. It's a local initiative that narrows distribution and boosts the value of the "buying it on site" experience.
MugiOhhh! So what kind of beer is it? The name is so long it sounds like a spell!
Hop BroIt's a sour ale. It seems designed with the tart-sweet character of raspberry layered with woody notes from oak. Fruit and barrel character, a two-stage attack.
MugiWhat does "oak-derived" even mean? Does it taste like chewing wood?!
Hop BroNo chewing, no chewing. Roughly speaking, it means aromas and depth that evoke wooden barrels. It can add vanilla-like and woody notes, and sometimes make the acidity feel rounder.
MugiWow, suddenly it's so fancy! By the way, did they release details on the flavor or the price? I need to prepare my wallet!
Hop BroThis post doesn't disclose the tasting details, price, or number of bottles. But the related "this sour ale w/raspberry" is listed on the official website as 5.5% ABV, a 350 ml can, and a red-hued sour ale made with raspberries, so this one should be highly promising too.
MugiJust imagining it is enough to make my mouth pucker! Let's go to THIS and toast with the raspberry & oak sour!
