It was introduced in July 2010, and is made from malt, hops, rice and water from this region delivering an Asian style lager.

The flavor is an earthy malt with citrus features with notes of lemon, grapefruit, wheat, honey that combines together for a crisp taste.

The beer is sold in bottled and canned form and is imported by Sage Beverages, headquartered in Carlsbad, California.

[5] It is believed that the history of the Laughing Buddha bottle design, known as Budai, was a Chan buddhist monk who lived in China around 1,000 years ago.

His figure appears throughout Chinese culture as a representation of contentment and his image graces many temples, restaurants, amulets, and businesses.