Kiuchi Brewery's Hitachino Nest Beer "Daisy Ale" Wins Silver at Korea International Beer Award
Kiuchi Brewery (Naka, Ibaraki Prefecture) announced that its Hitachino Nest Beer "Daisy Ale" won a silver award at the "Korea International Beer Award 2026." The beer was recognized for its elegant drinking profile derived from chamomile and honey, and it is currently sold through multiple direct and official channels.
Hop BroKiuchi Brewery's Hitachino Nest Beer just won a silver award for Daisy Ale. Getting recognized at the Korea International Beer Award 2026 in Korea is pretty hot news, isn't it?
MugiWhat? Daisy Ale already sounds like a flower garden, but what kind of beer is it?
Hop BroThis one is a golden ale made with chamomile and honey. It's soft and floral, yet light on the palate, with a sweet aroma that gently spreads.
MugiWhen I hear golden ale, it feels like a beer wearing golden armor, but what's the difference between ales?
Hop BroPut simply, it's a top-fermented beer. It brings out aroma easily, and it's great at showing the character of its ingredients, like Daisy Ale does.
MugiI see! So that's why it said it was recommended for beginners. If it's not too bitter, I think I can handle it too!
Hop BroExactly. And Kiuchi Brewery was founded in 1823. They started with Kikumori sake, launched Hitachino Nest Beer in 1996, and now they're taking it global.
MugiWow, over 200 years is incredible! It's amazing that a long-established craft beer can still feel so modern!
Hop BroAnd it's currently on sale through official channels too, so you can buy it from the online shop, Rakuten store, main brewery shop, or Kiuchi Brewery 1823. It's nice that people who want it can get it right away.
MugiWhoa, it smells great, it's easy to drink, and it's an award winner too! That soft, floral vibe is totally perfect for tonight!
Hop BroThen let's enjoy the afterglow of the silver award with this in hand today. It's a floral, easy-drinking beer, so you'll probably want a second glass.
MugiIt's decided! I want to drink it right now too, and have a glass while looking for that chamomile aroma!
Award Overview
Kiuchi Brewery announced that its Hitachino Nest Beer "Daisy Ale" won a silver award at the "Korea International Beer Award 2026." In its post, the company expressed gratitude for being recognized at the international beer competition held in Korea and introduced the product as a soft, floral golden ale that combines chamomile and honey.
"Daisy Ale" is characterized by its light mouthfeel and gently expanding sweet aroma, and it is designed to be easy to recommend even for craft beer beginners. Along with the announcement of the award, the company said the beer is currently on sale through Kiuchi Brewery's online shop, its Rakuten Ichiba store, its main brewery shop in Naka, Ibaraki Prefecture, and Kiuchi Brewery 1823 in Mito.
Kiuchi Brewery was founded in 1823 in what is now Naka, Ibaraki Prefecture, and has continued brewing sake and other beverages, beginning with its Kikumori sake brand. In 1996, it began producing Hitachino Nest Beer and has since been promoting craft beer in Japan and overseas. With more than 200 years of brewing history, the brewery has once again earned recognition in an international competition.
This award is one example of how the company's refined expression of "Japanese-style craft beer" has also been well received overseas. As a beer that balances a vibrant aroma with easy drinkability, it is likely to attract renewed attention.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroKiuchi Brewery's Hitachino Nest Beer just won a silver award for Daisy Ale. Getting recognized at the Korea International Beer Award 2026 in Korea is pretty hot news, isn't it?
MugiWhat? Daisy Ale already sounds like a flower garden, but what kind of beer is it?
Hop BroThis one is a golden ale made with chamomile and honey. It's soft and floral, yet light on the palate, with a sweet aroma that gently spreads.
MugiWhen I hear golden ale, it feels like a beer wearing golden armor, but what's the difference between ales?
Hop BroPut simply, it's a top-fermented beer. It brings out aroma easily, and it's great at showing the character of its ingredients, like Daisy Ale does.
MugiI see! So that's why it said it was recommended for beginners. If it's not too bitter, I think I can handle it too!
Hop BroExactly. And Kiuchi Brewery was founded in 1823. They started with Kikumori sake, launched Hitachino Nest Beer in 1996, and now they're taking it global.
MugiWow, over 200 years is incredible! It's amazing that a long-established craft beer can still feel so modern!
Hop BroAnd it's currently on sale through official channels too, so you can buy it from the online shop, Rakuten store, main brewery shop, or Kiuchi Brewery 1823. It's nice that people who want it can get it right away.
MugiWhoa, it smells great, it's easy to drink, and it's an award winner too! That soft, floral vibe is totally perfect for tonight!
Hop BroThen let's enjoy the afterglow of the silver award with this in hand today. It's a floral, easy-drinking beer, so you'll probably want a second glass.
MugiIt's decided! I want to drink it right now too, and have a glass while looking for that chamomile aroma!
