Japan

Fresh crisp and clear - with a sharp delivery that slakes thirst before slipping gently on. When Asahi Super Dry was introduced, it brought an entirely new genre of beer to japan, and then to the world. Brewed to the authentic Japanese recipe to deliver its dry, crisp taste and quick clean finish, Asahi Super Dry complements all occasions. Its distinctive taste is known as karakuchi (dry).  A taste we are dedicated to creating, by using only the finest ingredients and continuously advancing our brewing technology.

Kirin Ichiban has a beautiful golden color with notes of European aroma hops and a silky, smooth taste with a balanced hop finish. Ichiban means "number one", a fitting name for our beer, which uses only the first-press of the wort. First press brewing is able to extract a higher concentration of flavor to create a distinctly crisp, smooth and full-bodied beer.

With its refreshing barley flavor and crisp aftertaste, Asahi Super Dry is by far the most popular high-quality beer in Japan.Since its debut in 1987 as Japan's first dry beer, it has continued to improve the taste and excitement ofbeer. Its taste has set a new standard that is acknowledged around the world today.

This White Ale is brewed with wheat malt, and flavored with coriander, orange peel and nutmeg. Please enjoy the soft and flavorful taste.

Beautiful golden color with notes of European aroma hops and a silky, smooth taste with a balanced hop finish. Ichiban means "number one", a fitting name for our beer, which uses only the first-press of the wort. First press brewing is able to extract a higher concentration of flavor to create a distinctly crisp, smooth and full-bodied beer. With only 95 calories per 12 fl. oz. serving, and a surprisingly full-bodied taste, Kirin Light is one of the world's finest light beers. Pairs well with sushi or seafood.

Fermented for an extended period, this premium lager features an aromatic sweetness in its amber tones. With the combination of high quality malts, roasted sweet potatoes and beer craftmanship, this beer is unique to the Bushu area, featuring Kawagoe’s famous produce, Kintoki sweet potatoes. Take the time to full enjoy its flavors and the slightly elevated alcohol content. Called "Beniaka" Meaning Crimson Red, in honor of the colors of the sweet potatoes which helped produce it. Ingredients: Malt, Hops, Barley and Sweet Potato.

"Wednesday Cat" a Belgian-style white ale made for Hump Day. Fluffy and refreshing, this Belgian style white ale has notes of Oranges and Spice from the Belgian yeast. Let this cat help you get through the rest of your week.

Imperial Stout is the biggest of the black beers and to drink Baird Dark Sky is to experience a foreboding libation. The aroma is gorgeously complex (dry hopping with American Centenniel & Amarillo hops) and the flavor is a stunning smorgasbord (chocolate, toffee, herbs, coffee, licorice, etc.). The mouthfeel is soft and enveloping. The finish is piquantly acrid and warming (alcohol approximately 7.6%).

This year (2006) marks the sixth annual release of The Carpenter’s Mikan Ale. As the name suggests, it is an ale made with fresh mikans (a tangerine-like Japanese fruit). We receive the mikans as a gift from the Heda orchard of our carpenter friend, partner and mentor – Mitsuo Nagakura. It would not be an exaggeration to say that he is the complete embodiment of the dedicated, uncompromising and passionate Japanese craftsmen whom we so respect and whom we strive to emulate. The Carpenter’s Mikan Ale is our modest attempt to pay tribute to Nagakura-san as well as to all great Japanese craftsmen.

Refreshing and smooth. A 100% wheat beer, Snow Weizen starts with a soft subtle entry on the palate and develops into a round full bodies weizen.

This dark coffee-like brew is an American Stout made to the 100% malt Irish Stout standards. Echigo Stout is brewed twice as long as other beers, giving it a mellow, rounded flavor and a creamy head.

White Yuzu Ale brewed with spice. Tasted fruity and slightly sweet. Ingredients: water, barley malt, unmalted wheat, yuzu, coriander, hops, yeast.

Hitachino Japanese Classic Ale is brewed following the original India Pale Ale brought to Japan in the 19th century . It is slowly matured in Cedar casks which are commonly used in the brewing of traditional Japanese sake.

Discover Towari Buckwheat Shochu Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

In 18th century, Indian Pale Ale, well-hopped and high-alcohol Pale Ale, was brewed to protect beer from spoilage during long sailing from England to India. Aooni India Pale Ale fascinates you with the balance of assertive bitterness and its strong body.

Plentiful use of Japanese yuzu gives this beer a delicate yet deep citrus flavor. Enjoy the refreshing acidity from the yuzu and the crispness of a lager.

Discover Kawaba Sunrise Amber Ale Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

This Red Rice Ale was brewed with special red rice which had been cultured in ancient times in Japan. Please enjoy the complex taste and beautiful natural color. The ale has complex Sake like flavours with a hint of strawberry in the nose and palate.

This beer tastes exactly what it sounds like: Matcha IPA. A unique blend of matcha green tea and a Japanese style India Pale Ale, which is not as hoppy as a California IPA but still has a high alcohol percentage of 8.5%.

Discover Orion Japanese Beer Beer. Is a carbonated, fermented alcoholic beverage. You can learn more about this beer and its availability here.

This premium ale, brewed with a deep red color, is both complex and refreshing. It has a refined aroma, balanced between bitter and sweet. The beer is very easy to enjoy for everyone, even those who usually drink light beers. The beautiful crane design is representative of the Japanese culture and culinary style that influenced this beer.

Saison du Japon is brewed with a local wheat and koji (malted rice) which is a vital ingredient to create Sake. This beer has a uniquely sweet flavor of rice koji and a natural acidity caused by the fermentation.

SORRY UMAMI IPA is a beer that our brewers wanted to drink and not you, sorry! The "umami" is extracted from Katsuobushi (bonito flakes) and while it facilitates beer fermentation, it also adds beer refreshing and fruity tropical flavors. Just in case you’re wondering, this beer doesn't taste like fish!

The beer of beers! Ingredients: Malt, Hops, Rice, Corn, Starch.

This original amber ale is inspired by the "Steam" style of beer. Whereas a "Steam" is a lager beer fermented at an elevated ale-type temperature, Red Rose is an ale fermented at a lower lager-type temperature. Like a "Steam," Red Rose combines a crisp lager refreshingness with a robust ale fruitiness. A lovely citrus-pine hop character is present from start to finish.

Smooth and light, with gentle spice level.

India Pale Ale was originally intended to stand up over long voyages, loaded with hops to keep bacteria levels low. Our IPA may no longer have to endure long voyages, but we would never think about changing this recipe—to the delight of our hophead fans. Taking cues from lessons learned for making our pale ale, our IPA achieves an unequaled balance from each ingredient to form a stable and strong body with a clean aftertaste.

(Translated from the Japanese on the can) We’ve used the delicious water and Koshihikari rice that Niigata’s nature has provided and made this in a German-style decoction mash. This is a dry beer with a crisp palate and finish.

Our answer to the Belgian devil beers (i.e. Lucifer, Duvel, etc.). Both rich and dry, this beer is all too easy to consume in large quantities. Hopped with Styrian Goldings.

A tribute to The Boys of Summer, this nice Pale Ale will warm you up even in the heart of winter.