Spring in Otaru is wrapped in soft sunlight. As we look toward the arrival of early summer, the snow in Hokkaido has completely melted, and the season has shifted into a beautiful time where walking outside feels wonderful.
The days are getting longer, and as the sun begins to set, you might feel like dropping in somewhere for a drink. At Bar Ignis Otaru, we have prepared the perfect glass for those moments.
Experience the feeling of a new beginning during this shifting season. We invite you to try our latest cocktails that capture this unique atmosphere in a glass.
A New Chapter
In a word, this drink is “gentle and elegant.” It is a truly special plum-based creation.
The base is a plum wine made from Hokkaido-grown plums. By blending it with almond liqueur, we’ve created a soft, delicate aroma that spreads gently across the palate.
We’ve also added a touch of apple brandy and sweet potato shochu to provide depth, ensuring it isn’t just sweet, but complex. As you bring the glass closer, the first thing you’ll notice is the gorgeous floral fragrance. When you take a sip, a fruity sweetness unfolds before disappearing with a light, crisp finish.
Much like the Bungo plum blossom, which carries the floral meaning of “a new beginning,” this drink has a strong heart within its light profile—perfect for the season ahead.
A New Chapter Overview
- Cocktail: A New Chapter
- Availability: May 1 (Fri) – May 31 (Mon), 2026
- Location: Bar Ignis Otaru (1F, UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU)
- Hours: 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM (L.O. 11:00 PM)
Experience the transition from spring to early summer in Otaru with a “seasonal glass” that can only be enjoyed right now.
As the snow melts and sprouts begin to appear, we are also offering a drink featuring “Fukinotou” (butterbur sprouts), a classic Hokkaido mountain vegetable harvested throughout the region in April. Enjoy the fresh taste of spring in Otaru with this refreshing Gin & Tonic.
Fukinotou Gin & Tonic
Fukinotou is a representative mountain vegetable of spring in Hokkaido. You might think, “Doesn’t that sound a bit bitter?” but in this drink, that subtle bitterness acts as the perfect accent.
We use “#0210 Fukinotou Compound Gin” from Benizakura Distillery, the first craft gin distillery in Hokkaido. It offers a wild and unique flavor profile, characterized by the fresh scent and solid bitterness of the butterbur sprouts.
The finish is clean, and the aroma spreads as lightly as a spring breeze. This is a drink that bottles up the nature of Hokkaido—a taste you truly can’t find anywhere else. Please feel free to come by and give it a try!
Fukinotou Gin & Tonic Overview
- Cocktail: Fukinotou Gin & Tonic
- Availability: Starting May 11 (Mon), 2026 (Until supplies last)
- Location: Bar Ignis Otaru (1F, UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU)
- Hours: 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM (L.O. 11:00 PM)
For those nights when you feel like making your time a little more special.
A glass that is casual yet sophisticated.
We invite you to savor the comfortable transition from spring to early summer at Bar Ignis Otaru.
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Bar Ignis Otaru
- Location: 1F Lobby, UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU
- Business Hours: 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM (L.O. 11:00 PM)
- Free Wine for Guests: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Dress Code: Casual is fine!
- Please note: We kindly ask that you do not wear the hotel-provided room wear/pajamas in the bar.
UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU
Facility Overview
- Name: UNWIND HOTEL & BAR OTARU
- Address: 1-8-25 Ironai, Otaru, Hokkaido
- Access: Approx. 35 mins from Sapporo Station to Otaru Station via JR, then a 10-min walk.