Hitachino Nest White Ale

Hitachino Nest White Ale is Japanese craft beer royalty. It’s a must-try for Japanese beer geeks.

And this review explains why. Learn its ingredients, tasting notes, and pairing recommendations. And also discover where to find it.

This wheat beer is a classic Belgian Wit style (BJCP). It has a golden color and a hazy appearance (more on that later). And it has moderate head retention.

Aromatics are elevated with the expected notes of orange peel, lemon, coriander, and nutmeg. Honeyed malt and herbal notes show up too.  

The palate on Hitachino White Ale features brisk carbonation, a soft texture, and a dry finish. Hops provide some of that herbal, floral, and fruity aromatics. But bitterness is faint on the palate.

Additional notes include mint, green apple, pasta water, and wet concrete.

Overall, beers don’t get much smoother than White