iKi Yuzu
iKi Beer
- From:
- iKi Beer
- Netherlands
- Style:
- Herb and Spice Beer
Ranked #137 - ABV:
- 4.2%
- Score:
- 81
Ranked #112,935 - Avg:
- 3.43 | pDev: 16.91%
- Reviews:
- 21
- Ratings:
- Status:
- Active
- Rated:
- May 01, 2024
- Added:
- May 05, 2007
- Wants:
- 2
- Gots:
- 9
SCORE
81
Good
81
Good
The first flavour ever of iKi is brewed with fresh Sencha tea leaves and the Asian citrus fruit Yuzu. Characteristics of this delicious iKi combination is the fresh light taste of the beer.
It fills your mouth with a clear umami flavour, followed by an aftertaste that tantalizes the palate leaving you wanting more. Yuzu is an Asian fruit which cannot be compared to any other fruit, it is the only fruit that can resist extremely cold temperatures. It stands out because of its lovely fragrance. You could say it is unique like iKi. With this first flavour iKi Beer won in 2007 an innovation award. The jury’s verdict 'great body and taste'.
It's easy to understand why Sencha is such a favorite beverage in Japan, not only for those seeking to quench a thirst, but also for those wanting to sip on something extra special. iKi Yuzu's taste can be typed like the flavour of summer: refreshing, light, smooth and energetic. Well appreciated as aperitif. It goes well with chicken, sushi, pasta and sauerkraut.
It fills your mouth with a clear umami flavour, followed by an aftertaste that tantalizes the palate leaving you wanting more. Yuzu is an Asian fruit which cannot be compared to any other fruit, it is the only fruit that can resist extremely cold temperatures. It stands out because of its lovely fragrance. You could say it is unique like iKi. With this first flavour iKi Beer won in 2007 an innovation award. The jury’s verdict 'great body and taste'.
It's easy to understand why Sencha is such a favorite beverage in Japan, not only for those seeking to quench a thirst, but also for those wanting to sip on something extra special. iKi Yuzu's taste can be typed like the flavour of summer: refreshing, light, smooth and energetic. Well appreciated as aperitif. It goes well with chicken, sushi, pasta and sauerkraut.
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Reviewed by jonmikel from Spain
4/5 rDev +16.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
4/5 rDev +16.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Drunk at Fou Fow Ramen in Amsterdam.
This Japanese style wheatbeer with green tea and Japanese lemons is a pleasant surprise. The fact is that you can really taste the tea, that hops are completely missing...but also that it nevertheless feels like beer! Quite original.
L: super, lasting top with small bubbles;
S: not very appearant; neutral;
T: lovely round, citrus, nice sweetness without being....sweet! A bit tea and herbs.
M: very drinkable, light alcohol, round mouthfeel, good finish, even though there isn't any hoppy bitterishness;
O: very good brew, with great commercial possibilities.
May 01, 2024This Japanese style wheatbeer with green tea and Japanese lemons is a pleasant surprise. The fact is that you can really taste the tea, that hops are completely missing...but also that it nevertheless feels like beer! Quite original.
L: super, lasting top with small bubbles;
S: not very appearant; neutral;
T: lovely round, citrus, nice sweetness without being....sweet! A bit tea and herbs.
M: very drinkable, light alcohol, round mouthfeel, good finish, even though there isn't any hoppy bitterishness;
O: very good brew, with great commercial possibilities.
Reviewed by NeroFiddled from Pennsylvania
3.83/5 rDev +11.7%
look: 3 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75
3.83/5 rDev +11.7%
look: 3 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75
Iki Beer “Iki Yuzu”
33 cl brown glass bottle seemingly without production codes or freshness dating
€3,15 @ El Corte Inglés, Sevilla, ES
Notes via stream of consciousness: iKi Yuzu is an organic beer made with green tea but I bought it because I love the citrusy and bitter yuzu fruit. It’s poured a light straw-gold body beneath a short head of white foam. The aroma clearly expresses yuzu and lightly sweetish and grainy malt; there are no hops to be found. Does the label list hops? Yes, but it also includes water, malted barley, malted wheat, green tea, “natural flavor” of yuzu, yeast, and lactic and citric acid. Interestingly it’s also labeled “vegan” but I’m pretty sure most vegans don’t want to consume “natural flavor”. The added acids are listed as an “acidity regulator” which is a little tricky as well. I understand that it’s needed to give the impression of the acidity from the yuzu fruit which obviously won’t be there. The taste is mild with the grainy malt upfront and the acidity coming through midway, leading to a dry finish. It’s not that bitter but it doesn’t need to be, there’s enough. The yuzu flavoring is OK, and the green tea lends it some grassiness and leafiness (it is, of course, a leaf to begin with). I like it and I think it’s well balanced; delicate and refined but also flavorful. Regarding the yuzu, however, I was expecting a little more but it’s OK as it is. In the mouth it’s medium bodied on the lighter side, and gently crisp with a fine-bubbled, moderate carbonation. With that said, the head didn’t hold up very well and the carbonation is probably the cause; nor did it leave much in the way of lacing. I find it interesting, and perhaps if I had a few more to drink I’d get more used to it and like it better but that’s not at issue here as my score is not really based on personal preference, just what’s in the glass before me.
Nov 29, 202333 cl brown glass bottle seemingly without production codes or freshness dating
€3,15 @ El Corte Inglés, Sevilla, ES
Notes via stream of consciousness: iKi Yuzu is an organic beer made with green tea but I bought it because I love the citrusy and bitter yuzu fruit. It’s poured a light straw-gold body beneath a short head of white foam. The aroma clearly expresses yuzu and lightly sweetish and grainy malt; there are no hops to be found. Does the label list hops? Yes, but it also includes water, malted barley, malted wheat, green tea, “natural flavor” of yuzu, yeast, and lactic and citric acid. Interestingly it’s also labeled “vegan” but I’m pretty sure most vegans don’t want to consume “natural flavor”. The added acids are listed as an “acidity regulator” which is a little tricky as well. I understand that it’s needed to give the impression of the acidity from the yuzu fruit which obviously won’t be there. The taste is mild with the grainy malt upfront and the acidity coming through midway, leading to a dry finish. It’s not that bitter but it doesn’t need to be, there’s enough. The yuzu flavoring is OK, and the green tea lends it some grassiness and leafiness (it is, of course, a leaf to begin with). I like it and I think it’s well balanced; delicate and refined but also flavorful. Regarding the yuzu, however, I was expecting a little more but it’s OK as it is. In the mouth it’s medium bodied on the lighter side, and gently crisp with a fine-bubbled, moderate carbonation. With that said, the head didn’t hold up very well and the carbonation is probably the cause; nor did it leave much in the way of lacing. I find it interesting, and perhaps if I had a few more to drink I’d get more used to it and like it better but that’s not at issue here as my score is not really based on personal preference, just what’s in the glass before me.
Reviewed by josanguapo from Spain
4/5 rDev +16.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
4/5 rDev +16.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
From Club del Gourmet of El Corte Ingles. In Teku glass. Watching Ultima Oportunidad 1x06. Reminds me a wit, with some spicyness, citrusy and a bit herbal, but all in a soft and pleasant way. Very refreshing
Sep 06, 2016
Reviewed by Marius from Netherlands
3.48/5 rDev +1.5%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.5
3.48/5 rDev +1.5%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.5
Hazy yellow with some OK head. Smells like grass, citrus and a bit like a wheat beer. The taste follows through, with bread, banana, some citrus and also some other spices that I can't identify. However, the taste is quite bland, and after 2-3 sips, you can't identify most flavours.
Aug 22, 2015
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