Golden Rabbit Beer unveils “Lemon Biyori,” a fruit ale with Nara lemon peel and honey
Golden Rabbit Beer in Nara has introduced a new fruit ale, Lemon Biyori. Brewed with Nara-grown lemon peel and honey, it is described as a relatively low-alcohol beer and is being offered at the brewery’s taproom in Naramachi.
Hop BroA new one from Nara caught my eye: the fruit ale Lemon Biyori. Golden Rabbit Beer put it out, and it sounds perfect for hot weather.
MugiWait, Golden Rabbit Beer did a low-alcohol release? That feels unusual for them, right?
Hop BroThat is the fun part. They used Nara-grown lemon peel and honey, and instead of pushing straight juice, the aroma design leads the whole thing.
MugiWhat is that! The aroma design leads sounds like the beer hired an architect and a perfume consultant!
Hop BroBasically, it is built to catch you with scent before sweetness. It drinks on aroma and a gentle finish, so the bright lemon and rounded honey note linger nicely.
MugiOhhh, so it is not lemonade in disguise. It still has a proper little bitterness, like a grown-up lemon vibe!
Hop BroExactly. That is very Golden Rabbit Beer too. They are good at showing off local ingredients with the local atmosphere, and this one is taproom-only in Naramachi.
MugiHold on, taproom-only and just one keg? If I hesitate, my pour is getting erased like the B-side of a record!
Hop BroAnd they play records there, so the setting fits the beer perfectly. A glass with a soundtrack feels right for that soft honey note and light citrus lift.
MugiI can already picture it! On a hot day, I need to drink Lemon Biyori before you launch into a 20-minute lecture over the first sip!
Hop BroFair enough. I also want a pint at Golden Rabbit Beer and to check that lemon aroma and honey finish for myself in Nara.
Golden Rabbit Beer, based in Nara City, has announced a new fruit ale called Lemon Biyori. According to the brewery’s post, the beer uses Nara-grown lemon peel and honey, and it is presented as a low-alcohol release, which is relatively uncommon for the brewery.
The flavor profile centers on bright citrus aroma and a rounded honey character. Rather than pushing juice-like acidity, the beer appears to be built around fragrance and a clean, lightly bitter finish. The result is a beer that feels seasonal and approachable, especially for warmer weather.
Golden Rabbit Beer has long focused on brewing with local Nara ingredients. Its website describes the brewery as making beer with Nara’s materials, and its taproom in Naramachi pairs craft beer with records and music. That combination of place, sound, and fresh beer is part of the brewery’s identity, and Lemon Biyori fits naturally into that approach.
The announcement also indicates a taproom-only release and a single-keg limited run. That makes it a beer tied closely to the on-site experience, where the setting is part of the appeal. For drinkers looking for a gentle citrus-forward beer with a honeyed edge, this new release offers a clear seasonal direction.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA new one from Nara caught my eye: the fruit ale Lemon Biyori. Golden Rabbit Beer put it out, and it sounds perfect for hot weather.
MugiWait, Golden Rabbit Beer did a low-alcohol release? That feels unusual for them, right?
Hop BroThat is the fun part. They used Nara-grown lemon peel and honey, and instead of pushing straight juice, the aroma design leads the whole thing.
MugiWhat is that! The aroma design leads sounds like the beer hired an architect and a perfume consultant!
Hop BroBasically, it is built to catch you with scent before sweetness. It drinks on aroma and a gentle finish, so the bright lemon and rounded honey note linger nicely.
MugiOhhh, so it is not lemonade in disguise. It still has a proper little bitterness, like a grown-up lemon vibe!
Hop BroExactly. That is very Golden Rabbit Beer too. They are good at showing off local ingredients with the local atmosphere, and this one is taproom-only in Naramachi.
MugiHold on, taproom-only and just one keg? If I hesitate, my pour is getting erased like the B-side of a record!
Hop BroAnd they play records there, so the setting fits the beer perfectly. A glass with a soundtrack feels right for that soft honey note and light citrus lift.
MugiI can already picture it! On a hot day, I need to drink Lemon Biyori before you launch into a 20-minute lecture over the first sip!
Hop BroFair enough. I also want a pint at Golden Rabbit Beer and to check that lemon aroma and honey finish for myself in Nara.
