Cocktail Daily- Alaska | MORI BAR GRAN, Ginza

GIN / Chartreuse

Located in the heart of Ginza, MORI BAR GRAN is the flagship bar of legendary Japanese bartender Takao Mori, renowned for his masterful Martini technique and uncompromising precision.

The bar’s warm wood interior, spacious seating, and elegant terrace- leading to a rooftop garden with a towering cherry tree- offer sweeping views of Tokyo Tower and Tokyo Skytree, blending refined craftsmanship with dramatic skyline scenery. The cocktail menu reads like a beautifully bound technical manual of classic mixology, where each drink is executed with meticulous balance, temperature control, and clarity.

Mori’s Alaska follows this disciplined philosophy. Built simply with gin and Chartreuse, the cocktail is spirit-forward and high in alcohol, yet remarkably controlled. Its minimal structure highlights the interplay between gin’s dryness and Chartreuse’s layered herbal intensity—where even a slight adjustment in proportion can significantly alter the profile.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright juniper and citrus oils interwoven with complex alpine herbs and subtle spice.

Palate: Clean and structured at the front, with gin’s crisp dryness balanced by Chartreuse’s concentrated herbal sweetness and botanical depth.

Finish: Long, warming, and aromatic, leaving lingering green herbs and a refined, slightly sweet edge.

Overall: A minimalist but powerful classic- precise, elevated, and expressive of Mori’s exacting Japanese bartending philosophy.

This article and video are for sharing info only. Brands and trademarks belong to their owners; no endorsement is implied. Minors shouldn’t drink—enjoy responsibly.