Japanese Beers

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Hitachino Japanese Classic Ale

Product - Hitachino Classic
Brewed By: 
Hitachino
Self-Defined Style: 
Japanese I.P.A.
Strength (ABV): 
7.0% ABV

Bottle-conditioned fine creamy head on top. Medium bodied feel with sweet bitter taste. It has a unique note of cedar and complex spicy yet mild aroma of British traditional hops such as Kent Goldings and Challenger.

Best With: 
This IPA pairs beautifully with any dishes prepared with ginger, or with sushi or sashimi. Strong and sharp cheeses, like the Roquefort or Stilton would also pair nicely.
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Hitachino Nest Red Rice Ale

Product - Hitachino Red Rice
Brewed By: 
Hitachino
Self-Defined Style: 
Red Rice Ale
Strength (ABV): 
8.0% ABV

The brewing process starts with the polishing, washing, soaking and steaming of rice [25% of total grain bill] to break down complex type b-starch molecules into short type a ones. Only type A starch molecules can be converted into sugar by the use of sake yeast. Afterwards, pilsner malt is added to the mashing process. After lautering Hallertauer hops is added in the brew kettle. Further complicating matters, two different yeasts, ie ale and sake yeast, must be used as regular beer yeast is not able to convert the rice sugars into alcohol.

Best With: 
Try with salmon steaks, grilled sardines, Thai food, gamy sausages, steaks and barbecue.
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Hitachino Nest White Ale

Product - Hitachino White
Brewed By: 
Hitachino
Self-Defined Style: 
Belgian White Ale
Strength (ABV): 
5.0% ABV

Light golden in color, Hitachino Nest White Ale is a refreshing mildly hopped Belgian styled beer with a complex flavor of coriander, orange peel, and nutmeg.

Best With: 
A wonderful choice with grilled/sizzling chicken, sushi rolls, nuts, salads and fruit.