Yokohama Beer to Launch Sixth Canned Beer 'Yokohama Saison' on April 1
Yokohama Beer Brewery will release its sixth canned beer, 'Yokohama Saison,' on April 1, 2026. Based on the traditional Belgian saison, it pairs the latest hop 'Krush' with 4.5% ABV, offering a 'deep breath' that fits modern life.
Hop BroYokohama Beer Brewery is releasing 'Yokohama Saison' on April 1 as the sixth canned beer. It’s smart how they return to the roots of saison while still adding a modern touch.
MugiWhoa! Even the name Yokohama Saison sounds stylish! And it’s the sixth canned release already? They’ve put out that many in the series?
Hop BroExactly, and the style is a Belgian-derived saison. It comes from the lineage of that 'beer for working people' that farmers used to drink between summer jobs in the fields.
MugiWhat! A beer for breaks during farm work sounds like it would go down incredibly smoothly, but saison has that kind of history?
Hop BroIt does. Yokohama Beer is pairing that with a return-to-the-roots approach. The design is meant to create a moment where you can take a breath in the middle of a busy day.
MugiOhh! So how does it taste? I’ve never heard of Krush hops before. That name sounds kind of intense!
Hop BroKrush is a pretty attention-grabbing hop, and it gives off aromas like citrus and tropical fruit. It adds a soft layer of aroma to saison's lightness, so it doesn’t end up being just light and simple.
MugiWow, layers of aroma makes it sound like something for advanced drinkers! But at 4.5%, I could probably go pretty casually with it.
Hop BroThat’s the nice part: 4.5% alcohol, with an IBU of 17. It aims for a balance that isn’t too bitter or too heavy, so you’ll want more than one.
MugiAnd in a 350 ml can, with that perfect for a sunny afternoon vibe, it’s almost unfair! If I drank it on the balcony on a nice day, I’d basically win, right?
Hop BroExactly. True to a brewery that grew up in Yokohama, it feels like a bottle that shows today’s Yokohama Beer honestly.
MugiI like it. It feels like a beer that makes you want to take a deep breath. Once April 1 comes, let’s make sure we drink it while actually taking a breath ourselves!
Yokohama Beer Brewery (Naka Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture) will release the new product 'Yokohama Saison / YOKOHAMA SAISON' on or around April 1, 2026.
Returning to the Roots of Saison
This new release draws on the history of saison, a beer that once quenched Belgian farmers' thirst between summer farm chores, and was crafted by Yokohama Beer under a 'return to the origins' philosophy. It is meant to revisit the brand's long-valued connection with producers (farmers) and deliver a moment of pause in today's busy everyday life.
Light and Lively with the Latest Hop
The core of the flavor is the attention-grabbing hop 'Krush.' Its aroma layers notes reminiscent of citrus and tropical fruit, giving saison's lively lightness a more complex fragrance. Alcohol by volume is 4.5%, and IBU is 17. It has been packaged in 350 ml cans with a balance that makes you want to keep reaching for another glass. The product page says it is designed with a fresh aroma that would also suit a 'sunny afternoon.'
A Brewery That Has Grown with the City of Yokohama
Yokohama Beer is a local beer company based in Sumiyoshi-cho, Naka Ward, Yokohama City, and has been brewing since 1999. From long-loved regular offerings to limited editions that emphasize ties to the region and ingredients, it has a wide lineup, and this 'Yokohama Saison' is an extension of that approach. By layering today's hop expression onto saison, its point of origin, this new release seems to honestly show where Yokohama Beer stands today.
- Product name: Yokohama Saison / YOKOHAMA SAISON
- Planned shipping date: Around April 1, 2026
- Style: Saison
- Alcohol by volume: 4.5%
- IBU: 17
- Volume: 350 ml
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroYokohama Beer Brewery is releasing 'Yokohama Saison' on April 1 as the sixth canned beer. It’s smart how they return to the roots of saison while still adding a modern touch.
MugiWhoa! Even the name Yokohama Saison sounds stylish! And it’s the sixth canned release already? They’ve put out that many in the series?
Hop BroExactly, and the style is a Belgian-derived saison. It comes from the lineage of that 'beer for working people' that farmers used to drink between summer jobs in the fields.
MugiWhat! A beer for breaks during farm work sounds like it would go down incredibly smoothly, but saison has that kind of history?
Hop BroIt does. Yokohama Beer is pairing that with a return-to-the-roots approach. The design is meant to create a moment where you can take a breath in the middle of a busy day.
MugiOhh! So how does it taste? I’ve never heard of Krush hops before. That name sounds kind of intense!
Hop BroKrush is a pretty attention-grabbing hop, and it gives off aromas like citrus and tropical fruit. It adds a soft layer of aroma to saison's lightness, so it doesn’t end up being just light and simple.
MugiWow, layers of aroma makes it sound like something for advanced drinkers! But at 4.5%, I could probably go pretty casually with it.
Hop BroThat’s the nice part: 4.5% alcohol, with an IBU of 17. It aims for a balance that isn’t too bitter or too heavy, so you’ll want more than one.
MugiAnd in a 350 ml can, with that perfect for a sunny afternoon vibe, it’s almost unfair! If I drank it on the balcony on a nice day, I’d basically win, right?
Hop BroExactly. True to a brewery that grew up in Yokohama, it feels like a bottle that shows today’s Yokohama Beer honestly.
MugiI like it. It feels like a beer that makes you want to take a deep breath. Once April 1 comes, let’s make sure we drink it while actually taking a breath ourselves!
