Asahi Breweries will release "Nikka Cider Jonathan Apple", a sparkling wine brewed using 100% domestic apples, on April 13th. Two types of bottles, 200 ml and 720 ml. Alcohol content is 3%. The price is open.

"Nikka Cider Jonathan Apple" is a sparkling wine with 3% alcohol using Jonathan apple. It is characterized by its sweetness and refreshing scent, which uses fruit juice made by squeezing whole Jonathan apples. Since no sugars or fragrances are used, you can enjoy the fresh taste of the apple itself. Jonathan apple is a rare variety with a small amount of production, and its epidermis is bright red and has an acid taste and a refreshing aroma.

The package has a heart design on a bright red background that resembles the use of Jonathan apples, and the letters "Jonathan apples" are printed in large letters.

・ Nikka Cider
It has its origins in Asahi Cider Co., Ltd., which was established in 1954 with the support of Asahi Breweries (currently Asahi Group Holdings). After that, it was taken over by Nikka Whiskey Distillery Co., Ltd., which had a deep knowledge of apple processing, and is now one of the representative brands of Nikka Whiskey Distillery.