As the demand for carbonated drinks climbs alongside the summer heat, the Showa-retro "kissaten" (old-fashioned coffee shop) boom keeps growing, and more drinkers are looking for ways to enjoy alcohol without going overboard. Sakehinata, the liquor brand from Izumise Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto; president: Naotaka Totsuka), has combined all three trends into an experience-driven liqueur series called "Late-Night Soda Float," now available in four flavors.
This time, the series is joined by a charming bear-shaped bottle. Pour the liqueur into the bear bottle, add ice cream and a cherry, and a cute, fun "adult cream soda" comes together right at home.
Why "Kissaten" at Night?
Touring classic kissaten for their colorful cream sodas has become a popular daytime activity, but the real appeal of these old-fashioned coffee shops lies in their quiet, retro atmosphere. Recreating that nostalgic, unhurried world at home during the evening hours away from a busy day offers a relaxing way to unwind and reconnect with yourself.
Four Nostalgic Flavors to Match Any Mood
"Late-Night Soda Float" comes in four vividly colored flavors, each built around the natural taste of its fruit for a rich, juicy character.
Blue Hawaii
A sweet-and-tangy flavor reminiscent of lemon and pineapple, paired with a beautiful blue color that stands out against a night or summer sky.
Okayama Muscat of Alexandria
The rich sweetness and refreshing aroma of Okayama Prefecture-grown muscat grapes, with a full-bodied taste and a sense of real fruit pulp.
Okinawa Pineapple
A deep sweetness like pineapple preserved in syrup — one sip is enough to feel transported to the tropics.
Furano Melon
The sweet aroma of Hokkaido's Furano-grown melon carries the classic kissaten favorite, melon soda float.
Recommended ways to enjoy it
- Mixed with soda
- Topped with ice cream for an "adult cream soda"
- Mixed with milk
- As a base for arranged cocktails
A Low-Alcohol Drink for Everyone to Enjoy in Their Own Way
The deliberate choice to keep the alcohol content low reflects a wish for drinkers to value the whole experience of holding a glass, not just the act of drinking.
On hot days when it is hard to go out, or amid a busy daily routine, what matters is how rich time spent at home can be. "Late-Night Soda Float" is not just a drink to pour and sip.
Pour the liqueur into the bear bottle or a glass, add fizzy soda, and gently top it with ice cream and a cherry — the whole process feels like opening your own small coffee shop, with real affection for watching the finished glass. Making it, looking at it, and tasting it all turn time at home into something special. Despite its low alcohol content and approachable, juice-like taste, it still delivers the satisfaction of a real drink, making it enjoyable for those new to alcohol or who find strong drinks difficult. For anyone who wants just a little to drink today, or to relax slowly after dinner, this is a new liqueur made for that kind of lifestyle.
A Drink Meant to Add a Little Richness to Everyday Life, Not Just to Get Tipsy
More than something that simply looks good, "Late-Night Soda Float" is meant to spark moments of laughing together with friends, partners, or family over how good it tastes — or a quiet night alone spent treating yourself a little kindly. That is the idea behind its creation: a new-sensation drink that blends the nostalgia of the kissaten with a modern lifestyle, made for your own special late nights. This summer, enjoy an "adult soda float" that is fun to look at and to drink, together with the bear bottle.
Product Details
Late-Night Soda Float Blue Hawaii, with Bear Bottle
Volume: 500ml
Alcohol content: 7%
Price: ¥1,960 (tax included)
Product page: https://sakehinata.com/products/bluesoda-kuma
Late-Night Soda Float Okayama Muscat of Alexandria, with Bear Bottle
Volume: 500ml
Alcohol content: 7%
Price: ¥1,960 (tax included)
Product page: https://sakehinata.com/products/muscat-soda-kuma
Late-Night Soda Float Okinawa Pineapple, with Bear Bottle
Volume: 500ml
Alcohol content: 7%
Price: ¥1,960 (tax included)
Product page: https://sakehinata.com/products/pineapple-soda-kuma
Late-Night Soda Float Furano Melon, with Bear Bottle
Volume: 500ml
Alcohol content: 7%
Price: ¥1,960 (tax included)
Product page: https://sakehinata.com/products/meron-soda-kuma
Sakehinata online shop: https://sakehinata.com/
