Tango Kingdom Brewery Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yura-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture; President and CEO: Masaki Nakagawa), a regional trading company engaged in processing, sales, and market development of local specialty products in the Tango region, will begin sales on Monday, September 7, of 'LIVELY ALE,' its first in-house brewed saison-style craft beer using Tango-grown Koshihikari rice as a secondary ingredient.

Brewed with French 'Mistral' hops, the beer offers a refreshing hop aroma, spicy flavor, and light, smooth mouthfeel.

The company has previously developed and sold 'Meister,' a lager-style craft beer using Tango-grown Koshihikari rice, as part of its efforts to create products that leverage locally produced rice.

'LIVELY ALE' is the company's first saison-style craft beer, developed by applying the technical expertise and know-how gained from producing 'Meister.' It uses French 'Mistral' hops and is characterized by its refreshing hop aroma, spicy flavor, and smooth drinkability. Through the unique harmony of Tango-grown Koshihikari rice and French hops, the company aims to showcase the new appeal of craft beer made with regional rice.

Moving forward, Tango Kingdom Brewery will continue to develop products using local ingredients and, as a regional trading company, promote the development of local specialties and sixth industrialization to revitalize the local economy of the Tango region.

Overview of Craft Beer 'LIVELY ALE'

Name

LIVELY ALE

Release Date

September 7, 2026 (Monday)

Price

715 JPY (tax included)

Volume

350ml

Features

Tango Kingdom Brewery's first in-house brewed saison-style craft beer.

Uses Tango-grown Koshihikari rice and French 'Mistral' hops, delivering a refreshing hop aroma, spicy flavor, and smooth drinkability.

Sales Locations

- Tango Takumi-an (Souvenir Shop), Michi-no-Eki Tango Kingdom 'Shokunomiko' - E-commerce site: Tango Kingdom Kodaishijo (https://tango-kingdom-onlineshop.com/), and others

Inquiries

Tango Kingdom Brewery Co., Ltd. Tel: 0772-65-4193

About Craft Beers Produced by Tango Kingdom Brewery

Tango Kingdom Brewery produces and sells 'TANGO KINGDOM Beer®,' a craft beer carefully brewed by beer artisans at the brewery located within Michi-no-Eki Tango Kingdom 'Shokunomiko.' 'TANGO KINGDOM Beer®' has received high acclaim both domestically and internationally, winning awards at various beer competitions, including the Japan Great Beer Awards, a judging event dedicated to beers brewed in Japan.

'Meister,' which uses Tango-grown Koshihikari rice as a secondary ingredient, has also received high recognition, including a 2-star rating at the '2024 SUPERIOR TASTE AWARD' selected by the International Taste Institute, a Silver Award at the 'Japan Great Beer Awards 2024,' and the Grand Prix in the 'Food & Beverage Category' at the '81st Japan Food Selection.'

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