{"title":"Cass","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"cass-fresh-6pk","title":"Cass Fresh 6Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCass Fresh 6Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 4.5% ABV South Korean adjunct lager sold in a six-pack of 355ml cans, cold-brewed at 0°C for 72 hours. As the flagship brand of Oriental Brewery, Cass holds a dominant share of the Korean beer market, making it one of the most widely consumed lagers in East Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 4.5%  |  Origin: Seoul, South Korea  |  Style: American Adjunct Lager  |  Brewery: Oriental Brewery Co., Ltd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriental Brewery Co., Ltd., headquartered in Seoul, has been a cornerstone of the Korean brewing industry for decades. Cass Fresh is brewed with hops and malt supplemented by corn starch — a standard adjunct lager grain bill designed for maximum drinkability and light body. The defining production step is a 72-hour cold-brewing process held at 0°C, which the brewery credits for the beer's clean, fresh character and smooth drinkability. This extended cold conditioning sets it apart from many mass-market lagers that use shorter lagering periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light and restrained, with subtle notes of yeast, raw grain, and freshly baked dough. A faint grassy hop presence sits in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is thin and refreshingly crisp, with mild malt sweetness leading into a mid-palate of corn, cracker malt, and a soft grainy edge. Bitterness is minimal — barely perceptible — keeping the profile approachable and neutral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and fast, disappearing with just a touch of residual sweetness. There is virtually no lingering bitterness, making it an easy beer to drink in rapid succession.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Cass Fresh\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe ice-cold, ideally between 1–4°C, straight from the can or poured into a chilled glass. Cass Fresh is a sessionable lager built for high-volume drinking rather than contemplative sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMichelada:\u003c\/strong\u003e The neutral grain profile and light body make it an ideal canvas for tomato juice, lime, and hot sauce without competing flavors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeer Cocktail (Somaek):\u003c\/strong\u003e The traditional Korean mixed drink pairs Cass with soju — the clean lager tempers soju's sweetness and creates a fizzy, easy-drinking combination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShandy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix with lemonade for a low-ABV summer refresher; the mild sweetness of Cass complements citrus without cloying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKorean BBQ nights where a light, cold lager cuts through rich, grilled meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing friends to Korean beer culture alongside a spread of banchan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot-weather backyard sessions that call for high-volume, low-intensity drinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with spicy Asian cuisine where hop-forward beers would clash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Cass Fresh taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Cass Fresh is a light-bodied, crisp lager with mild malt sweetness, subtle corn and cracker grain flavors, and a clean, fast finish with almost no bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Cass Fresh compare to Hite?\u003c\/strong\u003e Cass and Hite are South Korea's two dominant lager brands, widely regarded as similar in taste and price; most Korean bars carry one or the other exclusively. Cass Fresh emphasizes its 72-hour cold-brewing process at 0°C as a distinguishing production detail, while Hite markets its use of natural spring water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cass Fresh good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its low bitterness, light body, and neutral flavor profile make it one of the most accessible lagers available, ideal for anyone new to beer or those who prefer mild, easy-drinking styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Cass Fresh made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Cass Fresh is brewed by Oriental Brewery Co., Ltd. in Seoul, South Korea. Oriental Brewery is one of the country's largest brewing operations and a major player in the Korean beverage market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Cass Fresh?\u003c\/strong\u003e Korean fried chicken (chimaek is the classic pairing), samgyeopsal and other Korean BBQ meats where the crisp carbonation cuts through fat, spicy tteokbokki where the cold lager provides relief from gochujang heat, fried dumplings (mandu) that benefit from the beer's palate-cleansing effervescence, and light seafood dishes like grilled squid or shrimp tempura.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Cass Fresh come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is a six-pack of 355ml (12 oz) cans, which is the standard export format. In South Korea, Cass is also widely available in 500ml cans and larger bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Cass Fresh worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Cass Fresh positions squarely in the value tier of imported Asian lagers, offering an authentic Korean drinking experience at a price point comparable to other mass-market imports. It delivers exactly what it promises — a clean, cold, uncomplicated lager.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Cass Fresh?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 72-hour cold-brewing process at 0°C is not just marketing — it produces a noticeably clean lager with minimal off-flavors, which is the entire point of the style. Cass Fresh holds the largest market share among Korean beers, and its dominance in Korean bars and restaurants speaks to consistent quality and broad appeal. For anyone exploring Korean food culture, this is the beer that millions of Koreans actually drink with their meals. It does not pretend to be a craft beer; it is a precisely made session lager engineered for refreshment alongside bold, spicy food.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838521569449,"sku":"14388","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/cass.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}