'Nikka Hirosaki Nama Cidre: Happy Yellow Apple' Launching June 2 for Limited Time
Asahi Breweries will launch a limited-edition cider made from yellow apple varieties to support farmers and revitalize the Hirosaki region.
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Asahi Breweries, Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo; President: Kazuo Matsuyama) will launch 'Nikka Hirosaki Nama Cidre Shiawase no Kiiro Ringo' (Happy Yellow Apple), manufactured by Nikka Whisky Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo; President: Naoto Ono), for a limited time starting June 2nd.
'Nikka Hirosaki Nama Cidre Shiawase no Kiiro Ringo' is a sparkling wine with a 3% alcohol content using yellow apple varieties 'Toki' and 'Orin.' It is characterized by refreshing sweetness, rich aroma, and mild acidity. The package color is unified in yellow to match the apple varieties, expressing the product's gentleness and warmth. Yellow apple varieties do not require tasks such as 'leaf picking' (removing leaves to shade fruit) or 'fruit turning' (ensuring even sunlight), which reduces the burden on farmers. The name 'Happy Yellow Apple' conveys the charm of these varieties while wishing for the happiness of everyone in the industry.
Since 2023, Asahi Breweries and Nikka Whisky have donated to Hirosaki City to support labor for apple farmers and enhance the brand value of Hirosaki-produced apples and cider. They contribute to regional revitalization through their expertise and networks.
'Nikka Hirosaki Nama Cidre' is a sparkling wine made from 100% domestic apples, fermented from whole-pressed juice. As a 'Nama' (raw) cider, it avoids heat treatment to preserve the apples' natural aroma and sweetness. On the same day, a 500ml bottle of 'Nikka Hirosaki Nama Cidre Rosé' will also launch. Ahead of 'World Cider Day' on June 3, the expanded lineup aims to share the charm of Hirosaki apples and create a fun living culture.
[Product Overview]
Product Name: Nikka Hirosaki Nama Cidre Shiawase no Kiiro Ringo
Category: Fruit Wine (Sparkling)
Capacity: 200ml, 500ml bottles
Alcohol Content: 3%
Release Date: June 2
Area: Nationwide
Plant: Nikka Whisky Hirosaki Plant
Price (Reference): 200ml -> 375 yen (tax excl.), 500ml -> 888 yen (tax excl.)
'Nikka Hirosaki Nama Cidre Shiawase no Kiiro Ringo' is a sparkling wine with a 3% alcohol content using yellow apple varieties 'Toki' and 'Orin.' It is characterized by refreshing sweetness, rich aroma, and mild acidity. The package color is unified in yellow to match the apple varieties, expressing the product's gentleness and warmth. Yellow apple varieties do not require tasks such as 'leaf picking' (removing leaves to shade fruit) or 'fruit turning' (ensuring even sunlight), which reduces the burden on farmers. The name 'Happy Yellow Apple' conveys the charm of these varieties while wishing for the happiness of everyone in the industry.
Since 2023, Asahi Breweries and Nikka Whisky have donated to Hirosaki City to support labor for apple farmers and enhance the brand value of Hirosaki-produced apples and cider. They contribute to regional revitalization through their expertise and networks.
'Nikka Hirosaki Nama Cidre' is a sparkling wine made from 100% domestic apples, fermented from whole-pressed juice. As a 'Nama' (raw) cider, it avoids heat treatment to preserve the apples' natural aroma and sweetness. On the same day, a 500ml bottle of 'Nikka Hirosaki Nama Cidre Rosé' will also launch. Ahead of 'World Cider Day' on June 3, the expanded lineup aims to share the charm of Hirosaki apples and create a fun living culture.
[Product Overview]
Product Name: Nikka Hirosaki Nama Cidre Shiawase no Kiiro Ringo
Category: Fruit Wine (Sparkling)
Capacity: 200ml, 500ml bottles
Alcohol Content: 3%
Release Date: June 2
Area: Nationwide
Plant: Nikka Whisky Hirosaki Plant
Price (Reference): 200ml -> 375 yen (tax excl.), 500ml -> 888 yen (tax excl.)