Bringing Paris's 'Farm-to-Glass' Philosophy to Tokyo: BAR DE VIE Hosts One-Night Event at 1 Hotel Tokyo
1 Hotel Tokyo will host a one-night special cocktail event on May 28, 2026, featuring Alex Francis from the acclaimed Parisian bar BAR DE VIE, focusing on their shared philosophy of sustainability.
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The sustainable luxury hotel '1 Hotel Tokyo' (located in Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo; General Manager: Masahito Kominami), which opened in early March 2026, will welcome Alex Francis, co-founder and mixologist of the acclaimed Parisian bar 'BAR DE VIE', as a guest for a one-night-only special cocktail event at the in-house bar 'Spotted Stone' on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Alex Francis is one of the key figures behind the success of the renowned Parisian bar 'Little Red Door', a regular on 'The World's 50 Best Bars' list. Guests can experience the philosophy and techniques of 'BAR DE VIE' high above Tokyo. His innovative approach of expressing French terroir through cocktails offers a unique sensory experience.
This initiative goes beyond a simple guest bartending shift; it was realized through the resonance of both parties' 'philosophy for a sustainable future'. 'BAR DE VIE' practices a 'Farm-to-Glass' philosophy, using ingredients sourced directly from French farmers and fermenting and preserving them in-house. This approach of maximizing the value of ingredients while minimizing waste aligns deeply with 1 Hotel Tokyo's ethos of coexistence with nature.
Furthermore, the 'Library' concept of reinterpreting and elevating otherwise discarded byproducts into new value is shared with the hotel's promotion of upcycling and circular design, symbolizing this special collaboration.
The event will take place at 'Spotted Stone', a bar located on the 38th floor of 1 Hotel Tokyo. Boasting one of the largest craft gin collections in Tokyo, it aims to be a 'destination bar'. The event will feature limited-edition cocktails using 'Rémy Martin' and 'Cointreau', including TOMATO_v2, BLUEBERRY_v2, PEAR_v1, and HAY_v4, each priced at 3,000 JPY (including tax and service charge). Guests can enjoy drinks that blend modern mixology with ingredients that evoke the rich lands of France.
The event is scheduled to start at 20:00 on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Alex Francis is one of the key figures behind the success of the renowned Parisian bar 'Little Red Door', a regular on 'The World's 50 Best Bars' list. Guests can experience the philosophy and techniques of 'BAR DE VIE' high above Tokyo. His innovative approach of expressing French terroir through cocktails offers a unique sensory experience.
This initiative goes beyond a simple guest bartending shift; it was realized through the resonance of both parties' 'philosophy for a sustainable future'. 'BAR DE VIE' practices a 'Farm-to-Glass' philosophy, using ingredients sourced directly from French farmers and fermenting and preserving them in-house. This approach of maximizing the value of ingredients while minimizing waste aligns deeply with 1 Hotel Tokyo's ethos of coexistence with nature.
Furthermore, the 'Library' concept of reinterpreting and elevating otherwise discarded byproducts into new value is shared with the hotel's promotion of upcycling and circular design, symbolizing this special collaboration.
The event will take place at 'Spotted Stone', a bar located on the 38th floor of 1 Hotel Tokyo. Boasting one of the largest craft gin collections in Tokyo, it aims to be a 'destination bar'. The event will feature limited-edition cocktails using 'Rémy Martin' and 'Cointreau', including TOMATO_v2, BLUEBERRY_v2, PEAR_v1, and HAY_v4, each priced at 3,000 JPY (including tax and service charge). Guests can enjoy drinks that blend modern mixology with ingredients that evoke the rich lands of France.
The event is scheduled to start at 20:00 on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
FAQ
When is the BAR DE VIE event at 1 Hotel Tokyo?
It is on Thursday, May 28, 2026, starting at 20:00.
How much are the limited cocktails?
They are 3,000 JPY each (including tax and service charge).
Where is 1 Hotel Tokyo located?
It is located at 2-17-22 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo.