Marz Lunar Rabbit Rice Lager 4Pk

Marz Lunar Rabbit Rice Lager 4Pk is a crisp, light-bodied rice lager brewed by Marz Community Brewing Co. in Chicago, Illinois, sold as a four-pack. Part of the brewery's popular Lunar New Year series — which also includes Lunar Dragon and Lunar Tiger — the Rabbit edition carries forward the lineup's emphasis on clean, easy-drinking character built around a rice-forward grain bill.

Quick Facts: ABV: ~5% (estimated, consistent with the Lunar series range of 5–5.2%)  |  Origin: Chicago, Illinois  |  Style: Rice Lager  |  Brewery: Marz Community Brewing Co.

Production & Heritage

Marz Community Brewing Co. operates out of Chicago's Bridgeport neighborhood, where it has built a reputation for inventive, art-forward craft beer since its founding. The Lunar series is brewed annually to celebrate Lunar New Year, with each release named after the corresponding zodiac animal. Lunar Rabbit uses a grain bill of rice and barley, producing a lager with restrained hop bitterness and a dry, clean profile that leans closer to East Asian-style lagers than to heavier European traditions.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Light grain and subtle rice sweetness lead the nose, followed by a faint floral or grassy hop presence. The overall impression is clean and neutral, with no heavy malt or yeast character.

Taste: The palate opens with soft grain and a mild rice sweetness that stays delicate throughout. Mid-palate, the body remains thin and refreshing with very low hop bitterness. There is no lingering sweetness — the beer stays lean and controlled from start to finish.

Finish: Short and dry, with a crisp snap that invites the next sip. A faint cereal grain note fades quickly, leaving no heaviness on the palate.

How to Drink Lunar Rabbit

Serve cold, ideally between 38–42°F, in a pilsner glass or straight from the can. This is a beer built for drinking without fuss — no garnish or glassware ceremony required.

• Michelada: Lunar Rabbit's dry, neutral body works well with tomato juice, lime, hot sauce, and Worcestershire, letting the spice and acid lead without fighting a heavy malt backbone.
• Beer Cocktail Shandy: Mix 50/50 with fresh lemonade for a low-ABV warm-weather drink; the rice lager's clean finish keeps it from becoming cloying.
• Boilermaker: Pair a can alongside a pour of Japanese whisky for a complementary East Asian-inspired combination.

Best For

• Lunar New Year celebrations and zodiac-themed gatherings
• Pairing with Asian takeout nights — dim sum, sushi, or ramen
• Hot-weather sessions where a crisp, low-bitterness beer is ideal
• Introducing craft beer drinkers to the rice lager style

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lunar Rabbit taste like? Lunar Rabbit is a clean, light-bodied rice lager with subtle grain sweetness, very low hop bitterness, and a dry, crisp finish. It drinks similar to a Japanese-style lager — refreshing and straightforward.

How does Lunar Rabbit compare to Sapporo Premium Lager? Both are rice-adjunct lagers with a dry, clean character, but Lunar Rabbit is a small-batch craft release from a Chicago brewery rather than a mass-produced import. Sapporo tends to have a slightly more pronounced bitterness, while Lunar Rabbit leans softer and more grain-forward.

Is Lunar Rabbit good for beginners? Absolutely — its approachable body, mild flavor, and low bitterness make it an excellent entry point for anyone exploring craft lagers or the rice lager style in particular.

Where is Lunar Rabbit made? Lunar Rabbit is brewed by Marz Community Brewing Co. in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Marz is known for creative, limited-release beers and a strong visual identity rooted in art and design.

What foods pair well with Lunar Rabbit? Steamed dumplings and dim sum benefit from the beer's dry palate-cleansing finish. Sushi and sashimi pair naturally with the subtle rice character. Fried chicken or tempura works well because the carbonation and crispness cut through oil. Spicy Sichuan dishes are tempered by the light body and low bitterness. Fresh spring rolls with peanut sauce match the beer's delicate grain sweetness.

What sizes does Lunar Rabbit come in? Marz Lunar Rabbit Rice Lager is available as a four-pack of cans, which is the standard retail format for this release.

Is Lunar Rabbit worth the price? Lunar Rabbit sits in the accessible end of the craft lager spectrum. As a seasonal, limited-edition release tied to Lunar New Year, it carries slightly more collectibility than a year-round offering, but the price remains firmly in everyday craft beer territory.

Why Lunar Rabbit?

What sets Lunar Rabbit apart is its role within Marz Community Brewing's annual Lunar New Year series — each zodiac-year release is a one-and-done edition, giving the Rabbit version a built-in scarcity that year-round rice lagers simply don't have. The recipe itself is straightforward by design: rice and barley, clean fermentation, minimal hop interference. That simplicity is the point. In a craft beer landscape crowded with hazy IPAs and pastry stouts, Lunar Rabbit offers something deliberately restrained — a beer that prioritizes drinkability and cultural celebration over complexity.