Hitachino Nest Beer from Ibaraki brews a variety of popular Japanese craft beers. Their Red Rice Ale is one of the more adventurous brews in their lineup. It features Asamurasaki (朝紫) rice, Chinook hops, lager malt, and flaked barley. It’s Belgian-inspired, but uniquely Japanese. Red Rice Ale is also remarkably good with Japanese food, as well as Italian, Indian, and Thai cuisine.
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