THE HISTORY OF
ASAHI BREWERIES

HERITAGE

The History of Asahi Breweries.
Revolution: The Introduction of ASAHI SUPER DRY.
ASAHI SUPER DRY, Japan’s No.1 Beer.

In 1889, the predecessor of Asahi Breweries, Osaka Beer Brewing Company, was founded.
Its singular purpose was to produce a world-quality beer in Japan. Employing time-honoured German brewing techniques, the company introduced Asahi Beer. It was quickly embraced as a top-quality domestic beer and by 1903 had become the best-selling beer in Japan.

During World War II, the Japanese beer industry was consolidated. After the war ended,however, it once again became three individual companies. The Osaka Beer Brewing Company, now called Asahi Breweries, challenged itself to return to the top of the domestic beer market.
In 1987, Asahi launched a new product that sent it soaring to the top of the market - and forever changed the beer industry in Japan.

THE INTRODUCTION OF
ASAHI SUPER DRY

Its taste was so revolutionary that it divided Asahi Beer management until the last possible moment.
But in the end, it was decided to introduce a new style of beer,
one that extensive research suggested Japanese consumers strongly desired.
Consumers wanted a crisp, clean taste that could be enjoyed glass after glass.

In 1997, consumers expressed their desire and appreciation for the exceptional quality and uniquely satisfying taste of ASAHI SUPER DRY by making it the number-one-selling beer in Japan.
It is a position it holds to this day, as its impact continues to grow around the world.

The brewing process for ASAHI SUPER DRY involves highly innovative technologies designed to handle ingredients with the utmost care. Such careful and precise handling helps ensure the beer’s optimal taste. These technologies also aid in the prevention of flavour deterioration, so consumers are able to fully experience the fresh sophisticated taste of ASAHI SUPER DRY.