This is the Asahi Mitsuya Hōjun Wanashi, featuring up to 10% juice and frozen extract from the hosui variety of nashi pears.
The beverage had a clear, beige hue and a sweet nashi pear aroma, accompanied by gentle effervescence. When consumed chilled, the flavour of the hosui pear opened with a refreshing sweetness, which transitioned into a juicy, honeyed pineapple-like tartness in the body. The bubbles created a light, tingling sensation on the palate, enhancing the overall experience. As the sip progressed, the effervescence cleared the palate, allowing the mellow, honeyed floral sweetness of the fruit to linger, leaving a clean and satisfying aftertaste.
Overall, this beverage delivered a vibrant and authentic nashi pear flavour, balancing mouth-watering sweetness and tartness. Its refreshing qualities and delicious profile made it a standout option, well worth repurchasing.
This Asahi Mitsuya Hōjun Wanashi contained 500 mL. It was produced in Japan and purchased in Sendai, Japan and Sydney, Australia in 2024.