Hirosaki Apple Cider started selling on December 3 at the new brewery "GARUTSU Daikanmachi" in Hirosaki (Daikanmachi, Hirosaki City, TEL 0172-55-6170).

The brewery attached to the "Daikanmachi Cafe & Bar" that opened in August last year. Hirosaki City acquired a sake brewing license in October this year by utilizing the Hirosaki House Wine Cider Special Zone, which was certified in April 2014. Began brewing cider and launched it on the same day.

The same cider that uses Hirosaki apples. "Tsugaru" was used for the first brew, but it is said that brewing with other varieties such as "Jonagold" and "Ohlin" will be promoted in the future. Masahiko Sasajima, CEO of the company, said, "I want you to enjoy the change in taste." "We increased the alcohol content to 9 degrees to make it easier to match with the seafood. We want you to enjoy it in various ways, such as putting ice cubes."

Mr. Sasajima said, "We are planning to sell apple wine next year. In the future, we would like to start cultivation of apples and grapes, utilize the location in the city, and provide fresh cider. Not only domestic cider produced in Hirosaki If you send it overseas,” he shows his motivation.

The price is 1,580 yen with 750 ml.