Bighand Bros Rhodonite : Background
Bighand Bros Rhodonite is a 5% sour from Bighand Bros Beer based in Nishijin, Kyoto. It’s part of their winter lineup, and at the time of writing, is available in both cans and on draught. Bighand Bros Rhodonite is brewed with cacao nibs and strawberries grown in Kyoto. The beer takes its name from rhodonite, which is considered to have various metaphysical properties, including promoting love, healing, and balance.
At A Glance
- ABV : 5%
- Style : Sour beer
- Hops : –
- Adjuncts : Cacao nibs and strawberries
- IBU : 12
Sale Information
- Availability : Winter seasonal
- On Sale : From February 2025
- Size : 500 ml
Beer : Appearance, Aroma, and Taste
Bighand Bros Rhodonite poured out a ruby brownish colour with thick, off-white head, though that didn’t last long as it dissipated to a thin layer of bubbles on top. The one thing to note about this beer is that there is sediment in there, and there were plenty of “bits” floating around as I poured out the beer.
It had a most peculiar aroma – the strawberries and chocolate notes were the first to come through, with a peculiar nose to them. I’ve always though strawberries and white chocolate would go well with one another, yet I’ve never been a fan of milk, or dark as a matter of fact, chocolate with strawberries. There was a light nuttiness bringing it all together, with a touch of sour funk supporting it all throughout drinking.
The body was a peculiar as the aroma, though it started off with a sour twang before segueing into the chocolate and strawberries. Those three flavours were the ones that lingered longest during drinking, but Bighand Bros Rhodonite didn’t really evolve past that.
Beer : The Bottom Line
An interesting take on a style of beer that is dominated by fruit beers though the chocolate note will be strange for some.
Beer : Where to Buy
It can be bought online at the following places:
