Beer Made with Sacred Natural Spring Water
Within the grounds of Sotokuji is a natural spring that has been flowing continuously for generations. The water is regarded locally as a special spring, almost like sacred water, and provides an abundant source of natural water for brewing.
Using this spring water, the temple produces Osorezan Beer directly on its grounds. Another distinctive feature is that the beer is made by the head priest himself, making it an especially rare example of small-scale, temple-based brewing in Japan.
Bottle-Conditioned for a Distinctive Flavor
Osorezan Beer is bottled while the beer yeast remains alive. A second fermentation then takes place naturally inside the bottle. This traditional-style bottle-conditioning process helps create a distinctive character and adds depth to the finished beer.
The beer retains the characteristic pleasant acidity of craft beer while developing a fruity and approachable flavor. The result is a beer that combines a refreshing tartness with fruity aromas and flavors.
A Unique Taste of Osorezan
Osorezan is known as one of Japan’s important sacred landscapes, and Sotokuji Beer offers a different way to experience the region’s connection with nature and local culture. Brewed with spring water from the temple grounds and carefully produced by the priest, this unusual local beer is a distinctive specialty of Aomori.
For travelers interested in Japanese temples, local craft beverages, and unusual regional food culture, Osorezan Beer provides a memorable example of how traditional places and modern culinary craftsmanship can come together.