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Yebisu Beer

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🌍 Japan · German-Style Lager · One of 1 German-Style Lagers in hopIQ

Sapporo's premium all-malt lager brand, named after the Japanese god of fortune. Inspired by German brewing tradition — full-bodied, malty and aromatic with a clean, bitter finish. Japan's most prestigious mass-market lager.

ABV
5%
IBU
22
SRM
4pale golden
4

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 20+ dimensions

crisp
87%
refreshing
87%
clean
75%
malty
63%
grain
50%
light
50%
bread
38%
smooth
38%
dry
25%
medium-bodied
13%

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About German-Style Lager

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What is a German-Style Lager?

German-Style Lager is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Yebisu Beer

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein
Recommended for this style

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairings

What to eat with Yebisu Beer

WHERE TO BUY

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