Freshness Burger, a hamburger chain operated by Freshness Co., Ltd. (part of the Colowide Group, CEO: Kentaro Saito, Headquarters: Yokohama, Kanagawa), will launch two new limited-time beverages starting January 21, 2026. The "Amaou Craft Lemonade Soda (ICE)" and "Amaou Craft Lemonade (HOT)" both feature premium Fukuoka-grown Amaou strawberries.
Fukuoka's Beloved Amaou Strawberries Make Their Craft Lemonade Debut
"Amaou" is a branded strawberry originating from Fukuoka Prefecture, with its name derived from the Japanese words for "red, round, large, and delicious." Known for its robust sweetness, elegant aroma, and rich juice content, Amaou reaches peak flavor during the winter to early spring season, making it one of Japan's most popular strawberry varieties. Freshness Burger now showcases these luxurious strawberries in their winter-exclusive "Amaou Craft Lemonade" series.
Each drink is carefully handcrafted in-store, featuring Amaou strawberries soaked in honey and strawberry sauce with fruit pieces, combined with honey-infused lemon slices. This labor-intensive preparation allows the lemon's tartness and Amaou's natural sweetness to blend harmoniously, creating a depth of flavor unique to handmade beverages. Generous chunks of fruit add another dimension to the experience—as you crush them while drinking, the flavor profile continuously evolves.
Perfect for a cozy winter cafe break, the ICE version highlights the fresh, vibrant quality of strawberries balanced with the crisp acidity of lemon, while the HOT version envelops you in the mellow sweetness of honey and the gentle aroma of fruit. As winter deepens, enjoy this handcrafted beverage's tender sweetness at your own pace.
Product Details
Product Names and Prices (Tax Included)
- Amaou Craft Lemonade Soda (ICE): ¥540
- Amaou Craft Lemonade (HOT): ¥540
*For an additional ¥100, you can select either Amaou Craft Lemonade option with any Premium Set.
Sales Period
January 21, 2026 (Wed) to February 24, 2026 (Tue)
Availability
Available all day at Freshness Burger locations nationwide
*Excludes stadium and zoo locations.
*Products may sell out before the end date depending on location. Please note in advance.
*Contains honey. Not suitable for children under 1 year old.
Amaou Craft Lemonade Detail Page
Amaou Craft Lemonade Soda (ICE)
Amaou Craft Lemonade (HOT)
The Craft Lemonade series now features "Fukuoka-grown Amaou"! Each drink is carefully handcrafted in-store with Amaou strawberries soaked in honey and strawberry sauce with fruit pieces, combined with honey-infused lemon slices. Enjoy these special beverages alongside limited-time burgers and dip potatoes.
Perfect Pairings with Amaou Craft Lemonade: Limited-Time Burger & Potatoes
Ozowaigani Cream Croquette Burger (Rich Tomato Sauce / Brown Butter Sauce)
This burger features two generously portioned cream croquettes made with Ozowaigani (snow crab), stacked for a bold presentation. Additional crab meat is piled on top of the croquettes, allowing you to fully savor the crab's deliciousness. Two sauce options are available: the classic "Rich Tomato Sauce" with its perfectly balanced umami and acidity, reminiscent of traditional Western restaurants, and the luxurious "Brown Butter Sauce," which incorporates the technique of burnt butter used by chefs for finishing dishes, delivering rich depth and complexity.
Dip Potatoes with Three-Herb Tartar
This limited menu item pairs Hokkaido potatoes with a sauce that blends herb seasoning (containing rosemary, oregano, and thyme) with a chunky, house-made tartar sauce. The result is an irresistibly moreish dish where hot, freshly fried potatoes are generously coated in the refreshing, aromatic herb-infused sauce with rich umami depth.
*Available only with Hokkaido Fried Potatoes (R size)
Quality and Comfort: The Freshness Burger Promise
Creating delicious, wholesome food with careful, handmade preparation is the foundation of Freshness Burger's menu. The brand focuses on food that's safe to eat, healthy, and conveys the passion of producers through its ingredients—"deliciousness" that satisfies not just the stomach but the heart as well. While preserving these values, Freshness Burger strives to provide a relaxing "space" where guests can enjoy a slightly luxurious experience in their daily lives.
