Discover the New Hot Ume Cocktails: UME ICHIGO and UME PISTA at The CHOYA Ginza Bar

The CHOYA Ginza Bar is set to launch two enticing hot ume cocktail floats, named UME ICHIGO and UME PISTA, offering a luxurious twist to the traditional ume liquor experience. From November 21, 2025, to February 17, 2026, these limited-edition cocktails will be available to warm your winter evenings.

As the cold wind blows, these pastel-colored hot cocktails provide the perfect solution for a special moment of relaxation. UME ICHIGO features a base made of original ume strawberry syrup mixed with hot milk, topped with ume yogurt espuma and garnished with strawberry chips, slices of fresh strawberries, and ume monaka (wafer). This hot cocktail captures the sweet and sour essence of strawberry milk, enveloping the rich aroma and flavor of ume liquor in a creamy bubble that creates a decadent taste experience.

On the other hand, UME PISTA combines ume liquor with steamed milk and a delightful fusion of pistachio. The base is topped with ume yogurt espuma and sprinkled with pistachio powder, finished off with a piece of ume monaka. The harmonious blend of ume's tartness, the toasty flavor of pistachio, and the mellow texture of milk results in a sophisticated hot ume cocktail ideal for adult palates.

Both cocktails are available in alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions, allowing everyone to partake in the indulgence.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there! The CHOYA Ginza Bar offers more than 100 drink options, including accompanying ume-themed foods, appetizers, and desserts that pair perfectly with ume liquor. Guests can enjoy a special Ume Afternoon Tea & High Tea course, which includes a 2.5-hour all-you-can-drink service (last order 30 minutes before closing) featuring a variety of ume cocktails and non-alcoholic versions as well.

A Decadent Culinary Experience

In addition to the new cocktails, the menu features exquisite appetizers like ume jelly and onion mayo amuse-bouches, ume-infused cheese whip monaka, and smoked ume. Among savory options, you'll find crispy potato fries with ume tartar espuma and white fish fried with ume vinegar sauce.

For dessert, guests can choose either UME ICHIGO or UME PISTA cocktail floats, in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions, adding an element of customization to their dining experience.

Seasonal Availability

The indulgence lasts from November 21, 2025, to February 17, 2026. Following the schedule, visitors can make reservations or simply drop in for relaxed moments with friends or family, whether for brunch or a leisurely afternoon coffee break.

More About The CHOYA Ginza Bar

As a groundbreaking bar dedicated to the traditional Japanese liquor ume, The CHOYA Ginza Bar showcases an authentic Japanese experience while modernizing the consumption style of ume. With over 100 unique original cocktails and food items, the bar aims to provide new encounters with ume liquor.

With its cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere, adults can enjoy a stress-free yet chic setting. Conveniently located a short walk from the subway stations in Ginza, accessing the bar is seamless for both locals and travelers.

In summary, if you are looking for a unique winter treat, look no further than The CHOYA Ginza Bar’s new hot ume cocktail floats. Don’t miss the chance to indulge in the unexpected flavors that these luxurious drinks have to offer!

For additional information or to make a reservation, visit The CHOYA Ginza Bar's official website.