Kyotolefty (15912) reviewed Hana from Aqula 16 years ago
Appearance - 4 | Aroma - 6 | Flavor - 7 | Texture - 8 | Overall - 7
Not exactly a fruit beer, it is brewed with yeast gathered from cherry trees. Interesting idea. Very cloudy, orange-yellow color with lace. Muddy looking. Sweet malt aroma, yeasty, buttery, with a touch of caramel, a bit of citrus and some cherry. Sweet, creamy flavor with a bit of fruit and citrus. Yeasty too. Too sweet. Almost no hops recognizable. Thick and creamy palate, though, and an interesting yeast character. Original. Would be great if not so sweet.
TimE (11146) reviewed Hana from Aqula 18 years ago
Appearance - 4 | Aroma - 7 | Flavor - 6 | Texture - 8 | Overall - 7
Hazy amber color. Plum wine, grapes and flowers dominate the slightly sour nose. Sweet, soft, malty, musty mouth with white peaches. The nose and mouth are quit different. Dry peach finish. Unusual and interesting. Definitely worth a try.