Craft Bank unveils new Kyoto Mizuo yuzu-scented "YUZU BRUT"
Kyoto craft brewery Craft Bank has unveiled a new lager, "YUZU BRUT," made with the peel of ripe yuzu. It was released on February 12, 2026. It is introduced as a beer brewed with a white-koji fermentation design that lifts the citrus aroma while finishing as dry as possible.
Hop Bro】【Craft Bank】 released a new beer, 【YUZU BRUT】, on February 12, 2026, right? It’s a BRUT LAGER made with ripe yuzu from Mizuo, Kyoto!
MugiWhoa! A yuzu lager!? Just from the name alone, it already sounds fizzy and stylish!
Hop BroAnd it’s not just any yuzu beer. They use white koji during fermentation to break down the sugar thoroughly, pushing it as dry as possible. It’s clearly designed for sharp, crisp drinkability.
MugiWhite koji makes me think of sake and shochu! What happens when you put it in beer!? A science experiment!?
Hop BroBasically, it creates a finish that cuts cleanly by reducing sweetness. Then they bring out the aroma of yuzu peel, so it doesn’t feel heavy, but the aroma still has a nice depth.
MugiI see! So it has a strong aroma and a crisp mouthfeel! That has to go great with food!
Hop BroThe hop lineup is bold too. Hallertau Blanc, Nelson Sauvin, and Motueka layer in notes of white grape and lime, and combine with the yuzu in a really three-dimensional way.
MugiWhat even is that! The hop names alone sound like a spell! But when you hear "yuzu + white grape + lime," it suddenly feels like a genius cocktail!
Hop BroIt looks pale gold, with strong carbonation and a sharp finish. The ABV is 5.0%, so it’s easy to drink, and if you chill it well, it should feel great all the way through the lingering aroma.
MugiI can’t take it anymore, let’s go to the shop! Craft Bank is the brewery that started by restoring an old bank, right? If the story is as good as the beer, then YUZU BRUT is an immediate toast-worthy release!
Overview of the New Release
"YUZU BRUT," published on Craft Bank's official blog, is a limited-edition beer built around the BRUT LAGER style. The concept is a sharp, crisp drinkability that lets you enjoy the aroma of ripe yuzu from Mizuo, Kyoto, in a direct way.
According to the brewery, Mizuo yuzu is a material they have traditionally used in COLD IPA. This time, they changed direction and leaned into a drier design with a clearer profile.
Brewing Points
In the recipe, white koji from the long-established Kyoto maker Hishiroku is used during fermentation. By thoroughly breaking down sugars, the beer aims for a dry finish characteristic of a BRUT. In addition, Hallertau Blanc, Nelson Sauvin, and Motueka hops add aromas reminiscent of white grapes and lime, creating a layered composition alongside the citrus character from the yuzu.
The official description highlights a pale-gold appearance, a rich yuzu aroma, and a sharp drinking finish driven by strong carbonation. Chilling it before drinking allows you to enjoy even the lingering aroma as it passes through the nose.
Official Specs
- Style: BRUT LAGER
- ABV: 5.0%
- Ingredients: Malt (foreign-produced), yuzu peel, white koji, hops
- Malt: Pilsner malt / Ale malt / Spelt malt
- Hops: Hallertau Blanc / Nelson Sauvin / Motueka
- Volume: 15L
- Best-before date: July 1, 2026
- JAN code: 4582646240706
Brewery Information
Craft Bank is a brewery based in Fukuchiyama, Kyoto Prefecture. On its official site, the brewery shares the story of how it began brewing in 2020 after revitalizing an old bank building that had stood vacant for about 30 years. Its approach of combining local Kyoto ingredients with fermentation technique is strongly reflected in this "YUZU BRUT" as well.
Related articles and sales information can be found on the official website (https://www.craftbk.net/) and the release page (https://www.craftbk.net/blogs/brew-ledger/yuzu-brut-1).
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop Bro】【Craft Bank】 released a new beer, 【YUZU BRUT】, on February 12, 2026, right? It’s a BRUT LAGER made with ripe yuzu from Mizuo, Kyoto!
MugiWhoa! A yuzu lager!? Just from the name alone, it already sounds fizzy and stylish!
Hop BroAnd it’s not just any yuzu beer. They use white koji during fermentation to break down the sugar thoroughly, pushing it as dry as possible. It’s clearly designed for sharp, crisp drinkability.
MugiWhite koji makes me think of sake and shochu! What happens when you put it in beer!? A science experiment!?
Hop BroBasically, it creates a finish that cuts cleanly by reducing sweetness. Then they bring out the aroma of yuzu peel, so it doesn’t feel heavy, but the aroma still has a nice depth.
MugiI see! So it has a strong aroma and a crisp mouthfeel! That has to go great with food!
Hop BroThe hop lineup is bold too. Hallertau Blanc, Nelson Sauvin, and Motueka layer in notes of white grape and lime, and combine with the yuzu in a really three-dimensional way.
MugiWhat even is that! The hop names alone sound like a spell! But when you hear "yuzu + white grape + lime," it suddenly feels like a genius cocktail!
Hop BroIt looks pale gold, with strong carbonation and a sharp finish. The ABV is 5.0%, so it’s easy to drink, and if you chill it well, it should feel great all the way through the lingering aroma.
MugiI can’t take it anymore, let’s go to the shop! Craft Bank is the brewery that started by restoring an old bank, right? If the story is as good as the beer, then YUZU BRUT is an immediate toast-worthy release!
