Minoh Beer to release Grapefruit Sour, a fruit sour ale
Minoh Beer, based in Minoh City, Osaka, announced a new beer called Grapefruit Sour. The fruit sour ale uses plenty of grapefruit juice and will go on sale online from 5 p.m. on June 12, with availability also planned at the brewery's warehouse and selected shops.
Hop BroI want to talk about Minoh Brewery today, because they’ve got a new release called “Grapefruit Sour” that sounds perfect for summer.
MugiWhat! That already sounds delicious! Does Grapefruit Sour mean it’s basically a grapefruit-flavored beer?
Hop BroPretty much, yeah. It’s built on a sour ale base, then layered with generous grapefruit juice to make a fruit sour ale.
MugiOoh! But when I hear “sour ale,” I immediately imagine maximum sour attack and start bracing myself!
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part. This one blends juicy fruit acidity with a light bitterness, then finishes clean and dry instead of going overboard.
MugiWhat does that even mean! “Clean and dry” sounds so fancy. You mean it disappears neatly instead of sticking around sweetly?
Hop BroExactly. That’s why it works in hot weather, and it’s also great as an aperitif or alongside food without feeling heavy.
MugiOkay, wow, that sounds like a summer lifesaver. Ice-cold, this could be an instant winner from the first sip!
Hop BroSales start at 5 PM on June 12 in the online shop, and it should also show up at WAREHOUSE plus on tap and in stores around Japan.
MugiThen I’m officially in need-a-glass-right-now mode, and don’t tell me you’re not already picturing one too!
Minoh Beer, based in Minoh City, Osaka, has introduced a new release called Grapefruit Sour. The beer is a fruit sour ale built on a sour ale base and brewed with plenty of grapefruit juice, aiming for a balance between bright fruit character and easy drinking.
According to the brewery's post, the beer opens with a fresh grapefruit aroma once poured. On the palate, juicy citrus acidity and a light bitterness spread in a well-balanced way, while the base sour ale contributes a crisp, refreshing acidity. The finish is described as clean and dry. The brewery suggests it as a good option for warm weather, as well as for aperitif and food-pairing occasions.
Sales begin on Friday, June 12 at 5:00 p.m. via the online shop. It will also be available at the WAREHOUSE, and the beer is already being tapped and sold at participating bars and liquor stores across Japan. If you spot it at a nearby shop, it's one to try.
Minoh Beer has long worked with a broad range of styles while keeping classic beer styles at the core of its lineup. This new release reflects that approach: a straightforward seasonal beer with a clear focus on drinkability and fruit expression rather than excess.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroI want to talk about Minoh Brewery today, because they’ve got a new release called “Grapefruit Sour” that sounds perfect for summer.
MugiWhat! That already sounds delicious! Does Grapefruit Sour mean it’s basically a grapefruit-flavored beer?
Hop BroPretty much, yeah. It’s built on a sour ale base, then layered with generous grapefruit juice to make a fruit sour ale.
MugiOoh! But when I hear “sour ale,” I immediately imagine maximum sour attack and start bracing myself!
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part. This one blends juicy fruit acidity with a light bitterness, then finishes clean and dry instead of going overboard.
MugiWhat does that even mean! “Clean and dry” sounds so fancy. You mean it disappears neatly instead of sticking around sweetly?
Hop BroExactly. That’s why it works in hot weather, and it’s also great as an aperitif or alongside food without feeling heavy.
MugiOkay, wow, that sounds like a summer lifesaver. Ice-cold, this could be an instant winner from the first sip!
Hop BroSales start at 5 PM on June 12 in the online shop, and it should also show up at WAREHOUSE plus on tap and in stores around Japan.
MugiThen I’m officially in need-a-glass-right-now mode, and don’t tell me you’re not already picturing one too!
