Asahi claims to be "the world's first super dry beer." Super dry beer is fermented in a way that leaves very little residual sugar, meaning that the beer has very little sweetness. When I poured it into a glass, I saw how the pale, golden yellow liquid gave rise to a white, creamy head. The bubbles emitted an aroma that's cleaner and a little less malty than the other lagers on the list. This may be due to the fact that Asahi Super Dry is brewed with rice, in addition to barley, hops, and yeast. Asahi Super Dry has a smooth, crisp finish, but not a whole lot of noticeable flavor. I was disappointed by the aftertaste.
While beer tasting is largely subjective, there are a few key signs I look for in a quality beer. Since every type of beer is different, they must be evaluated in terms of how well they represent a category. For example, a porter will be a totally different sipping experience than a hefeweizen. I judged each of these beers based on their smell, taste, and flavor balance to identify which Japanese beer brands available in the U.S. are worth trying and which ones you can skip.
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