Ginga Kogen: Hefeweizen
English: Plateau of the Galaxy
Background
“Ginga Kogen” means “The plateau of the Galaxy.” It is brewed at the foot of Mount Wagadake in Iwate prefecture in Japan. Mount Wagadake is known for its heavy snowfall resulting in an abundance of sparkling clean water, ideal for brewing beer.
Special Characteristics
Ginga Kogen is a “Hefeweizen” style beer: a yeast wheat top-fermented beer brewed with more than 50% of wheat malt. It is an unfiltered beer distinguished by its fruity aroma and pale color.
Alcohol By Volume: 5 %
Preferred Serving Temperature:
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| On-The-Rocks | Chilled | Room Temp | Warm | Hot |
Available Sizes
300 mL
Distribution
Nationwide
Location
Region: Tohoku
Prefecture: Iwate
Tasting Notes
Mildly Fruit-Forward, Delicate Effervesence.
