The lingering late summer heat continues in September, and it seems the arrival of autumn is still a little way off.
To power through your days, you might want to take a break between work and games... and for that, Suntory has released the perfect coffee!
This time, we'll be reviewing the "BOSS × Dragon Quest" collaboration "BOSS QUEST: Tadoritsuita Fukairi," which was released on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Reviewing "BOSS QUEST: Tadoritsuita Fukairi"
"BOSS QUEST: Tadoritsuita Fukairi" features familiar slimes and pixelated windows from the "Dragon Quest" series!
It invites you into the world of adventure.
On the side is the Mark of Erdrick.
You can really feel the attention to detail.
Saiga NAK- Descendant of Erdrick
- Golem
- Dragon
- Dragonlord
The package features characters like the Descendant of Erdrick and the Dragonlord. It's fun to choose which one you want!
Checking the Nutritional Information
Next, let's look at the nutritional information.
The breakdown per 100g is as follows:
- Energy: 19kcal
- Protein: 0–0.8g
- Fat: 0–1.0g
- Carbohydrates: 3.6g
- Sugars: 3.0g
- Salt equivalent: 0.12g
Compared to a regular canned coffee beverage, it has a pleasant 50% less sugar!
Time for a Taste Test. How does it taste?
After opening it, an inviting aroma that's a blend of sweetness and bitterness wafts out.
I'll pour it into a glass right away.
The color is a brown that reminds me of the "Golem" from Dragon Quest.
Just looking at the soft color and smelling the aroma calms the mind.
The moment it touched my tongue, I felt sweetness, but by the time I swallowed, it had turned to bitterness.
I can feel the sweetness of the light sugar being swallowed by the rich flavor of the bitterness on my tongue, making for a soothing taste.
You can enjoy a critical hit of richness and aroma by using Sizzle Roasting (roasting beans for a short time at high temperatures).
While being easy to drink with less sugar, it also has a clean aftertaste.
"BOSS QUEST: Tadoritsuita Fukairi" is available for purchase at convenience stores nationwide in Japan and other locations starting Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
The retail price is 140 yen (tax not included) for one can (185g).
Why not try "BOSS QUEST: Tadoritsuita Fukairi" as a companion for a break during a continued hot adventure?
In addition, five other new products were released simultaneously, and a campaign in collaboration with Dragon Quest is also underway.
For more details, check out the Suntory official website!
