Abukuma Riverside Brewery to Release New "Yuzu Ale" Made with Yuzu from Tamakawa Village in March
Abukuma Riverside Brewery in Tamakawa Village, Fukushima, will release its new "Yuzu Ale" in March. Announced in an Instagram post on February 23, the product is a Fruit Ale made with local yuzu, using both the peel and the juice. Its light drinking character and citrus aroma are drawing attention.
Hop BroSpring news is here! Abukuma Riverside Brewery in Fukushima's Tamakawa Village has released a new "Yuzu Ale."
MugiWhat! A yuzu beer!? The name alone already screams refreshingly citrusy!
Hop BroIt's a Fruit Ale, and the strong point is that it uses yuzu from Tamakawa Village, peel and juice included. You can expect a really good aroma.
MugiWhat is that! How is Fruit Ale different from a regular ale? And suddenly you're talking like a pro about the aroma!
Hop BroSimply put, it's a beer that uses an ale base and puts the fruit's character front and center. In this case, the yuzu's citrus aroma is the star.
MugiOhhh, and it sounds easy to drink too! What are the specs like? If it's too strong, I turn red right away!
Hop BroIt's 350 ml with an ABV of 4.5%. They also added wheat malt, so it's light but designed to have a softer mouthfeel. The price is 660 yen (tax included).
MugiAn ABV of 4.5% sounds easy to try! But where can I buy it? I'm really good at getting lost, you know?
Hop BroA February 23 Instagram post announced the March release, and the official sales start is March 1. It will be available gradually at the Otona Eki Tamakawa shop, the direct sales counter at the Sugama Plaza Community Center, and at local markets and events.
MugiThat info is so complete I can practically see the map! The direction of making it with local ingredients is great too, and I want to drink this right away with spring meals!
Fukushima Prefecture's Abukuma Riverside Brewery (Abukuma Beer) will roll out "Yuzu Ale" as a seasonal limited release. On Instagram, a post on February 23, 2026 announced the March release. The brewery's official website also says sales will begin on March 1.
Product Highlights
"Yuzu Ale" is a Fruit Ale. It uses yuzu grown in Tamakawa Village, Fukushima Prefecture, and is characterized by making full use of both the peel and the juice. The specs are 350 ml / ABV 4.5%. By adding wheat malt, the beer is designed to deliver not only the refreshing citrus character but also a smoother mouthfeel.
Sales Information
Sales will roll out gradually at the brewery counter inside Otona Eki Tamakawa, the direct sales shop inside the Sugama Plaza Community Center, and at local markets and events. According to the official announcement, the price is 660 yen (tax included).
Brewery Background
Abukuma Beer is a local brewery that has been promoting the revival of hop cultivation in Tamakawa Village. Taking advantage of its location in Tamakawa Village near Fukushima Airport, the brewery has been developing beers closely connected to local agricultural products. This "Yuzu Ale" is another release that prominently features local ingredients and clearly reflects the brewery's direction. It is worth checking out as a seasonal beer focused on aroma, making it a good fit for early spring meals.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroSpring news is here! Abukuma Riverside Brewery in Fukushima's Tamakawa Village has released a new "Yuzu Ale."
MugiWhat! A yuzu beer!? The name alone already screams refreshingly citrusy!
Hop BroIt's a Fruit Ale, and the strong point is that it uses yuzu from Tamakawa Village, peel and juice included. You can expect a really good aroma.
MugiWhat is that! How is Fruit Ale different from a regular ale? And suddenly you're talking like a pro about the aroma!
Hop BroSimply put, it's a beer that uses an ale base and puts the fruit's character front and center. In this case, the yuzu's citrus aroma is the star.
MugiOhhh, and it sounds easy to drink too! What are the specs like? If it's too strong, I turn red right away!
Hop BroIt's 350 ml with an ABV of 4.5%. They also added wheat malt, so it's light but designed to have a softer mouthfeel. The price is 660 yen (tax included).
MugiAn ABV of 4.5% sounds easy to try! But where can I buy it? I'm really good at getting lost, you know?
Hop BroA February 23 Instagram post announced the March release, and the official sales start is March 1. It will be available gradually at the Otona Eki Tamakawa shop, the direct sales counter at the Sugama Plaza Community Center, and at local markets and events.
MugiThat info is so complete I can practically see the map! The direction of making it with local ingredients is great too, and I want to drink this right away with spring meals!
