In a post Natori Brewing shared on March 11, the sudden tap launch of the collaboration beer was announced. This time, the partner is Hime Beer from Ehime. The beer is named "Natori no Karan ~Iyokan~", and the collaboration beer brewed last year was released to match the springlike timing.

According to the explanation in the post, the style is a gose made with plenty of Ehime citrus. It also uses "Hakata salt" for the salt component. The design layers the sweet-tart character of iyokan with the crisp nuance of salt, creating a beer where the brightness of the fruit and the tightening effect of salt can both be enjoyed. As temperatures start to rise, the balance of acidity and saltiness makes it a good match for easy-drinking refreshment.

Natori Brewing is a brewery based in the Kawaguchi area of Saitama Prefecture that operates a taproom with brewing facilities. According to official information, in addition to dine-in service, it also offers takeout of its house-brewed beer, and its style is characterized by connecting craft beer to everyday meal scenes. Moves like this, where collaboration beers that foreground local ingredients are put on tap quickly, show the brewery's hands-on appeal very well.

This beer, which aims for a three-dimensional profile built from citrus-derived aroma and acidity plus saltiness, should pair easily with fried foods, seafood, and light side dishes. If you're looking for your next drink at the start of spring, it's worth checking availability and giving it a try.