MATSURI BREWING Unveils New D-Rocks Collaboration Beer 'AOIWA - Blue Rock'
MATSURI BREWING in Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture, has listed a new collaboration beer with D-Rocks, 'AOIWA - Blue Rock,' in its online shop. This blue lemon saison uses lemongrass, lemon peel, and a blue pigment derived from spirulina, and is characterized by its refreshing taste.
Hop BroMATSURI BREWING in Urayasu has dropped AOIWA - Blue Rock as a D-Rocks collaboration. Just hearing “Blue Lemon Saison” already gives off that refreshing vibe, right?
MugiWhoa, so it’s a blue beer!? It already feels like an event just from the look of it, and it’s the kind of drink that makes you want to take a photo before sipping!
Hop BroExactly. And it’s 5.0% ABV with an IBU of 15, so it’s not too strong or too bitter. It’s clearly designed to be easy to drink.
MugiIBU? What’s that supposed to mean? That sounds like a complicated unit, but basically it means the bitterness is pretty gentle, right?
Hop BroThat’s right. IBU is a measure of bitterness, and this is a number aimed at a light, crisp finish. It’s the kind of beer that goes down smoothly on a hot day or after a workout.
MugiNice! With lemongrass, lemon myrtle, and lemon peel in there too, it’s basically full-force lemon deployment!
Hop BroAnd pairing that with spirulina blue means they’re not just going for looks, but building the aroma too. Creating that depth in the aroma is quietly a real craft.
MugiWait, so it’s not just blue, there’s actual design behind it!? I kind of have to reconsider thinking it was just a flashy beer!
Hop BroThat’s MATSURI BREWING for you. Like the Festival IPA and JUICY series, they’re good at balancing drinkability and character. This one also has that nostalgic, drinkable quality.
MugiAnd it’s already marked sold out in the online shop? That’s huge! This is definitely the kind of beer people scramble for as soon as they find it!
Hop BroTotally. If it has that blue look, bright citrus, and the lightness you want from a saison, it’s the kind of beer you’d want to choose for your very first glass.
Overview of the New Release
MATSURI BREWING is a brewery based in Urayasu that champions making beer that feels “somehow nostalgic and drinkable.” On its official site, it presents a lineup built around the concept of beer for celebratory occasions, emphasizing both easy drinkability and individuality.
The latest item to appear in its online shop is a collaboration product with D-Rocks, '【D-Rocks】AOIWA - Blue Rock.' The style is Blue Lemon Saison. With an ABV of 5.0% and an IBU of 15, it is designed to balance visual impact with easy drinkability.
Flavor Highlights
According to the product page, the ingredients include lemongrass, lemon myrtle, lemon peel, and spirulina blue. The aroma is centered on lemon-like citrus, with mild acidity and a dry, crisp finish. It is a beer intended to be clean and refreshing, suitable for hot days or after exercise.
In the brewer's comment, the brewery says that layering lemon myrtle and lemon peel on top of lemongrass adds depth to the aroma, bitterness, and acidity. What stands out is not just the blue appearance, but the careful construction of the beer's aromatic layers.
What Makes It Typical of MATSURI BREWING
On MATSURI BREWING's official site, the brewery offers products centered on its Festival IPA series and JUICY series, balancing the rich flavors characteristic of craft beer with drinkability. It also operates a brewpub within walking distance of Urayasu Station, creating an environment where beer can be enjoyed on the spot.
'AOIWA - Blue Rock' is a new release that builds on that brewery philosophy while leaving an impression through citrus freshness and a striking blue visual. On the online shop, it is currently marked as sold out, which suggests strong interest.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroMATSURI BREWING in Urayasu has dropped AOIWA - Blue Rock as a D-Rocks collaboration. Just hearing “Blue Lemon Saison” already gives off that refreshing vibe, right?
MugiWhoa, so it’s a blue beer!? It already feels like an event just from the look of it, and it’s the kind of drink that makes you want to take a photo before sipping!
Hop BroExactly. And it’s 5.0% ABV with an IBU of 15, so it’s not too strong or too bitter. It’s clearly designed to be easy to drink.
MugiIBU? What’s that supposed to mean? That sounds like a complicated unit, but basically it means the bitterness is pretty gentle, right?
Hop BroThat’s right. IBU is a measure of bitterness, and this is a number aimed at a light, crisp finish. It’s the kind of beer that goes down smoothly on a hot day or after a workout.
MugiNice! With lemongrass, lemon myrtle, and lemon peel in there too, it’s basically full-force lemon deployment!
Hop BroAnd pairing that with spirulina blue means they’re not just going for looks, but building the aroma too. Creating that depth in the aroma is quietly a real craft.
MugiWait, so it’s not just blue, there’s actual design behind it!? I kind of have to reconsider thinking it was just a flashy beer!
Hop BroThat’s MATSURI BREWING for you. Like the Festival IPA and JUICY series, they’re good at balancing drinkability and character. This one also has that nostalgic, drinkable quality.
MugiAnd it’s already marked sold out in the online shop? That’s huge! This is definitely the kind of beer people scramble for as soon as they find it!
Hop BroTotally. If it has that blue look, bright citrus, and the lightness you want from a saison, it’s the kind of beer you’d want to choose for your very first glass.
