Summer Mixology and Harbor Views at Hotel New Grand Yokohama

The 2026 Summer Cocktail Fair at Hotel New Grand offers a curated selection of drinks designed to reflect the tropical atmosphere of the season. Running for two months, the fair utilizes fresh ingredients such as mango and watermelon to provide a refreshing counterpoint to the summer heat within the hotel’s storied bar environments.

A selection of mango, watermelon, and pineapple cocktails

Tropical Profiles and Seasonal Ingredients

The collection includes three distinct recipes crafted for the fair. The Piña Colada Retro combines white rum with pineapple and lemon juice, served in a tiki glass for a vintage silhouette. The Mango Frozen Daiquiri emphasizes the richness of fresh fruit, resulting in a dessert-like profile suitable for a summer evening. Completing the trio is the Watermelon Salty Dog, a vodka-based drink where a salt rim highlights the natural sweetness of the fruit. Each cocktail is priced at 3,036 yen, including tax and service charges.

Tropical summer cocktails served at Hotel New Grand

Historic and Modern Bar Venues

Guests can choose between two contrasting environments to enjoy these seasonal creations. Bar Sea Guardian II, situated on the first floor of the hotel’s historic Main Building, is a classic British-style venue. It is noted for its historical significance and its association with world-famous cocktails such as the Yokohama and the Bamboo.

The classic British-style interior of Bar Sea Guardian II

Alternatively, Bar Sea Guardian III, located on the 10th floor of Sogo Yokohama, provides a more contemporary setting. This venue features comfortable sofa seating and expansive views of the Yokohama harbor, offering a different perspective of the waterfront at night.

The harbor night view from Bar Sea Guardian III

The Heritage of Hotel New Grand

Established in 1927, Hotel New Grand remains a landmark of Yokohama’s recovery and a symbol of international hospitality. The Main Building is a designated historic structure that has hosted notable figures throughout the 20th century, including Charlie Chaplin and Babe Ruth. The summer cocktail fair continues the hotel’s tradition of refined service, inviting travelers to experience a blend of Japanese history and seasonal mixology.