North Island Beer Ebetsu Brewery Begins Sales of Buntan White & Lager on March 28 Factory Direct Sales Day
North Island Beer’s Ebetsu brewery announced the start of sales for "Buntan White" and a lager at its March 28 factory direct sales day. Along with the brewery’s direct-sale information in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, this article organizes the new products and sales terms.
Hop BroOn the March 28 factory direct sales day, North Island Beer’s Ebetsu brewery announced the start of sales for "Buntan White" and a lager.
MugiWhoa! Just the name "Buntan White" already feels like spring!
Hop BroIt’s a white ale with a citrus note from buntan, so it should really stand out in the shop. The bulk-sale price is listed as 2.0 yen per gram, and the plastic cup is 650 yen.
MugiBulk sales exist for beer too!? That surprised me like they were selling meat!
Hop BroThey do. It’s a way to take home just the amount you want, fresh from the brewery. North Island is a brewery that uses the motto “Beer is Art.”
MugiI see! And making use of local ingredients in Hokkaido and Ebetsu makes me want to support them even more.
Hop BroExactly. They also make a weizen using wheat from Ebetsu and limited beers with Hokkaido-grown hops, so this new release is part of that same flow.
MugiI get it. So when should I go if I want to catch the direct sales hours?
Hop BroSaturdays and national holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. It’s on the first floor of Ambitious Plaza at 11-5 Motomachi, Ebetsu City, so it’s handy to remember as an Ebetsu beer spot.
MugiWow, I want to go! I’d love to compare Buntan White and the lager while soaking in the spring mood!
New Products Announced for the March 28 Factory Direct Sales Day
North Island Beer’s Ebetsu brewery announced the start of sales for "Buntan White" and a lager to coincide with its March 28 factory direct sales day. In the post, the brewery said sales would begin through the factory outlet and listed the bulk-sale price for "Buntan White" at 2.0 yen per gram, with a plastic cup priced at 650 yen.
The brewery is based in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, and was started by brewers who trained in Canada. Under the slogan “Beer is Art,” it produces five regular beers as well as limited-edition and seasonal offerings. On its official website, the brewery says it also works on brewing that makes use of local ingredients, such as a weizen made with wheat from Ebetsu and limited beers using hops grown in Hokkaido.
This post shows that the brewery’s commitment to making use of local ingredients is reflected directly in its lineup of limited releases. A beer like Buntan White, with its citrusy nuances, is the kind of product that can stand out on spring shelves. The factory direct sales day is worth watching as a chance to get not only the regular lineup but also these limited items early.
The brewery is located on the first floor of Ambitious Plaza at 11-5 Motomachi, Ebetsu City, and direct sales are held on Saturdays and national holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and on Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. As a place where you can buy Hokkaido craft beer on site, it is worth remembering not only for local customers but also for beer fans visiting the Ebetsu area.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroOn the March 28 factory direct sales day, North Island Beer’s Ebetsu brewery announced the start of sales for "Buntan White" and a lager.
MugiWhoa! Just the name "Buntan White" already feels like spring!
Hop BroIt’s a white ale with a citrus note from buntan, so it should really stand out in the shop. The bulk-sale price is listed as 2.0 yen per gram, and the plastic cup is 650 yen.
MugiBulk sales exist for beer too!? That surprised me like they were selling meat!
Hop BroThey do. It’s a way to take home just the amount you want, fresh from the brewery. North Island is a brewery that uses the motto “Beer is Art.”
MugiI see! And making use of local ingredients in Hokkaido and Ebetsu makes me want to support them even more.
Hop BroExactly. They also make a weizen using wheat from Ebetsu and limited beers with Hokkaido-grown hops, so this new release is part of that same flow.
MugiI get it. So when should I go if I want to catch the direct sales hours?
Hop BroSaturdays and national holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. It’s on the first floor of Ambitious Plaza at 11-5 Motomachi, Ebetsu City, so it’s handy to remember as an Ebetsu beer spot.
MugiWow, I want to go! I’d love to compare Buntan White and the lager while soaking in the spring mood!
