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Kirin Ichiban is a Japanese-style pilsner Import that debuted in 1990. It has a smooth, full-bodied and refreshing taste. Kirin Ichiban is brewed with the finest ingredients, including two-row barley malt and the finest Saaz hops imported from the Czech Republic. Kirin’s proprietary yeast strain is used along with a special “first press” brewing process, which extracts the most flavorful portion of the ingredients.
Kirin refers to a mythic beast, half dragon and half deer, from ancient Chinese mythology as a symbol of well-being and good fortune.
2005 Official Beer of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts
Food Pairings
Seared Tuna
Rainbow Roll Sushi
Pan Seared Rare Ahi Tuna with Jalapeno Citrus Relish