Japanese Craft Beers
Here are our selections of Japan's best beer brands. You can download the beer labels as pdf files.
Agara Craft Sansho Ale
Agara Craft Sansho Ale
Hops: Pilsner, Munich, Caramel
Style: Pale Ale
ABV: 5%
Brewery Location: Wakayama
Nose: Has the refreshing and mild herbal aroma of Japanese sansho peppercorn, which hops cannot provide.
Flavor: Soft and round with a gentle and pepper finish.
Food Pairings: Grilled meats like Yakiniku and Yakitori, Anago, Pepper Steak Stir Fry, Roasted Branzino
Tasting Notes: The town of Aridegawa's Sansho Peppercorns - this small Wakayama prefecture town's specialty - are used in luxurious excess to brew this unique pale ale. Sansho pepper is one of Japan's most popular spices after wasabi, and it lends a unique flavor and mouthfeel to dishes similar but distinctly separate from the numbing sensation of it's cousin the Chinese Szechuan peppercorn.
Size: 330ml
Location: NY NJ Distribution
Brewery: Wakayama Brewery
Founded: 1995
Profile: Nestled at the base of Wakayama Castle lies the enchanting Wakayama Brewery, where they offer a selection of original craft beers under the AGARA brand, including the delectable IPA, Pale Ale, and Weizen. In addition, they craft seasonal limited edition beers that are infused with the local Wakayama ingredients, adding a unique touch to their already exceptional brews. Their ultimate goal is to raise the profile of Wakayama craft beer, and they strive to achieve this through their unwavering commitment to quality and excellence. With two brewing tanks dedicated to OEM brewing and store supply, Wakayama Brewery also offers an immersive brewing experience curriculum, where customers can explore and appreciate the true allure of craft beer. To top it off, they welcome OEM manufacturing of original craft beer for each store, so don't hesitate to get in touch if you're interested.
