A day for Kirin Ichiban Shibori

November 11th is "Kirin Ichiban Shibori Day". It was established by the Kyushu General Headquarters of Kirin Beer Co., Ltd. "Kirin Ichiban Shibori" is a luxurious beer that uses only the wort that flows out first according to the Ichiban Shibori method. Beer wort is the sweet, sugary liquid created by mashing malted grains with hot water, and it is the foundation for all beer. 

Since its release in 1990, Kirin Ichiban Shibori has been loved not only in Japan but also around the world. In my home country where there are few Japanese beers available, Kirin is one of the better known ones. Although, in recent years, Asahi seems to be more popular. The aim of Kirin Ichiban Shibori Day is to promote the beer in the hope that more people will come to know the charm of "Ichiban Shibori" and that they will actually drink it with a smile!

November 11th, i.e. 11/11, was chosen for the anniversary because it is the date when there are the most "ichi", the Japanese for one (1) . Do you like Kirin Ichiban Shibori? I did drink it for many years, it was my beer of choice. However, in recent years I rarely drink beer anymore, but occasionally I still get it when its on draft.