
Orion The Dark
Description
Orion The Dark — Okinawa, Japan, 5% ABV. Brewed at Okinawa's home brewery using locally sourced Okinawan barley and the island's famed pristine water. Unlike heavier German-style schwarzbiers, Orion Dark is deliberately approachable — a lager foundation gives it clean, smooth drinkability while a careful addition of roasted malt delivers caramel-toffee sweetness and a light cocoa character. Dark amber in the glass with a cream-coloured head; the aroma is malt-forward with gentle roast and a hint of caramel sweetness. The palate is smooth and comparatively light-bodied for a dark lager, with a pleasant, mildly sweet finish that encourages a second pour.
On-trade positioning: Orion Dark's accessibility makes it a strong alternative listing alongside Orion's flagship lager for venues wanting a dark-beer option without intimidating less adventurous guests. Excellent alongside barbecue pork, char siu, and oily Chinese preparations, as well as richer Japanese robata dishes. Available on 10L keg for draught service — a differentiated dark-lager handle for Japanese and Chinese restaurant accounts with a compact draught setup.
Available formats
- 10L Keg
Brand
Okinawa's No. 1. 100% brewed in Japan's island paradise since 1957. Crafted with locally-sourced Okinawan barley and pristine island water. More from Orion ›