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Sapporo Premium

Sapporo Breweries
Lager → 4.9% ABV IBU 18 EBC 7 12oz 🇯🇵 Japan

Sapporo Premium is Japan’s oldest beer brand, founded in Hokkaido in 1876. Its golden and balanced lager stands out with a light hoppy bitterness and the characteristic freshness of northern Japan.

📍 Sapporo (Hokkaido), Japan
In a nutshell
Lager · 4.9% ABV · 🇯🇵 Japan. Perfect with Sushi.

📊 Specs

4.9%
ABV
18
IBU
7
EBC
4–6°C
Serve at
12oz
Format
🍺
Standard glass

👃 Tasting notes

ABV
4.9%
IBU
18
Appearance
Luminous golden with a light white head
Aroma
Lightly malty, cereal notes, discreet hops
Taste
Balanced, light, lightly bitter and clean
Finish
Short, clean and refreshing

🍽️ Food pairing

  • Sushi
  • Japanese grilled cuisine (izakaya)
  • Seafood
  • Ramen

🏭 The brewery

🏭
Sapporo Breweries
🇯🇵 Sapporo (Hokkaido), Japan

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of Sapporo Premium?
Sapporo Premium has an ABV of 4.9%. It is a light beer, to be enjoyed in moderation.
Where does Sapporo Premium come from?
Sapporo Premium is brewed by Sapporo Breweries in Sapporo (Hokkaido), Japan.
What food pairs well with Sapporo Premium?
Sapporo Premium pairs beautifully with: Sushi, Japanese grilled cuisine (izakaya), Seafood.
How should Sapporo Premium be served?
Serve Sapporo Premium at 4–6°C in a Standard glass. It is a Lager style beer.
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