Japanese Rice Lager
Similar to American-style Lagers, Japanese Rice Lagers use rice in addition to barley in the grain mix during the brewing process, which provide fermentable sugars for the yeast that produce alcohol while keeping the beer light in color and body. Hop bitterness is low but mildly perceptible, providing balance to grain sweetness. The mouth-feel is crisp and refreshing, with a generally dry finish.| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Taste/Smell | Crisp, Clean, Balanced, Light-bodied |
| Alcohol-by-Volume (ABV) Range | 4.5 – 5% |
| Bitterness (IBU) | 6-18 |
| Popular Examples | Asahi Super Dry, Sapporo Premium Beer, Orion Premium Draft Beer |
| Serving Temperature | Cold, 39-45° |
| Glassware | Pint or Nonic, Pilsner Glass, Mug |
| Cheese Pairing Ideas | Aged cheeses, Brick Cheese, Cheddar (sharp) and Jalapeno Cheddar |
| Food Pairing Ideas | Sushi, shellfish, pork and spicy Asian dishes |
