Hotel New Grand in Yokohama will host the "2026 Spring Bottle Fair" at Bar Sea Guardian II from March 1 (Sunday) to April 30 (Thursday), 2026. This exclusive event offers guests the opportunity to savor hard-to-find limited bottles and rare Japanese whiskies in an authentic British-style bar setting.
Exceptional Whiskies in a Classic Bar Setting
The highlight of this fair is the "Ichiro's Malt HBA2025," a limited-edition whisky with only 303 bottles distributed nationwide. This exceptional spirit features deep, complex aromas and flavors that whisky connoisseurs will appreciate.
Other featured bottles include the "Bowmore 18 Year," known for its elegant notes of raisin and chocolate derived from sherry cask aging, balanced with gentle smokiness. The "Sakurao Spanish Oak" captivates with its estery fruit aromas that burst forth the moment it touches the palate. This is a rare opportunity to discover limited-release premium spirits with restricted distribution numbers.
Guests can indulge in these valuable whiskies while enjoying the sophisticated atmosphere of this authentic bar, taking their time to savor each exceptional pour.
Period: September 1 (Monday) to October 31 (Friday), 2025 [Limited Quantities]
Pricing:
- Ichiro's Malt HBA 2025 (Limited 2 bottles): ¥126,500 (tax and service included)
- Bowmore 18 Year (Limited 2 bottles): ¥113,850 (tax and service included)
- Sakurao Spanish Oak (Limited 2 bottles): ¥63,250 (tax and service included)
- Hakushu 12 Year (Limited 3 bottles): ¥75,900 (tax and service included)
- Yoichi 10 Year (Limited 2 bottles): ¥63,250 (tax and service included)
Official Website: https://www.hotel-newgrand.co.jp/menu/seaguardian2-bottlefair/
Featured Whiskies
Ichiro's Malt HBA2025 (Limited 2 bottles)
This "Ichiro's Malt Chichibu" is sold exclusively to members of the HBA (Hotel Barmen's Association of Japan). With only 303 bottles available nationwide, this is an exceptionally rare find.
Bowmore 18 Year (Limited 2 bottles)
Known as the "Queen of Islay," this whisky features a distinguished smoky flavor. After more than 18 years of maturation, it delivers refined peat aromas and rich depth at the peak of perfection.
Sakurao Spanish Oak (Limited 2 bottles)
Selected from sherry casks aging in the hottest area of the Sakurao warehouse, where temperature fluctuations are most extreme, only barrels with aromatic richness and spicy finishes that caught the stillman's eye were chosen for bottling. This whisky enchants with estery fruit aromas that gradually rise and then explode when it hits the palate.
Hakushu 12 Year (Limited 3 bottles)
This single malt whisky carefully selects malt whisky aged 12 years or more from the "Forest Distillery" of Hakushu. It features sweet, gentle smokiness with fresh greenery aromas and refreshing fruit notes. The whisky is fruity with rich depth and a clean finish.
Yoichi 10 Year (Limited 2 bottles)
This whisky showcases the powerful, full-bodied character that comes from aged Yoichi malt. With sweet-and-sour notes reminiscent of pears and a smoky, smoked quality, it delivers rich depth harmonized with the savory character of peat in a pleasant finish.
About Bar Sea Guardian II
Bar Sea Guardian II is an authentic British-style bar where sophisticated adult moments unfold in a stately atmosphere. This social space, where the gentle clink of glasses mingles with quiet conversation, offers a luxurious environment that intoxicates not just the senses but the soul.
Guests can enjoy world-renowned cocktails featured in the Savoy Cocktail Book, including the "Yokohama" and the Japan-born "Bamboo," served with refined hospitality that enhances every sip.
About Hotel New Grand
Hotel New Grand opened in 1927 as a symbol of Yokohama's recovery from the Great Kanto Earthquake, establishing itself as an authentic European-style hotel. This classic hotel has welcomed numerous distinguished guests including General MacArthur, Charlie Chaplin, and Babe Ruth, and continues to offer the traditional hospitality cultivated through its rich history.
The Main Building, which retains its original appearance since opening, was designated a Yokohama Historical Building in 1992 and recognized as a Heritage of Industrial Modernization by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in 2007.
The adjacent Tower Building, opened in 1991, offers all harbor-view rooms. Guests can enjoy stunning views of Yokohama Bay Bridge, Osanbashi Pier, and the Minato Mirai night scenery from rooms facing directly onto Yokohama Port.
The hotel features six distinctive restaurants, bars, and lounges serving exceptional cuisine, plus four banquet halls of various sizes for weddings, parties, and conferences.
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