BarâŻTRENCH opened in 2010 in a tucked-away alley near Ebisu Station as a second concept after BarâŻTram. This intimate 23âŻmÂČ cocktail bar fuses old-world European charm with Tokyo precisionâdark timber facade, exposed brick, polished wood counters, and shelves stacked with spirits and cocktail lore. Led by bartender Rogerio Igarashi Vaz (JapaneseâBrazilian), the bar specializes in herbal liqueurs and absinthe, offering traditional ritualsâcomplete with sugar cube and cold waterâas well as inventive craft cocktails. The menu blends obscure classics and original creations like Artichoke Julep, Uplifted Morning Glory, and seasonal sips featuring bitters, bourbon, whisky, mezcal, and more. With no reservations and just around 12â13 seats (7 at the bar, plus a couple of tables), seating is firstâcome, firstâserved. It operates nightly (MonâSat 18:00â02:00, Sun from 18:00â01:00), and features occasional jazz or acoustic performances perched above the bar. BarâŻTRENCH is lauded internationallyâregularly cited in AsiaâsâŻ50âŻBest Bars and The WorldâsâŻ50âŻBest, praised for its "biggest collection of bitters in Japan" and its compelling absinthe program. With cocktails averaging around USDâŻ11â16, it delivers expert craftsmanship in a laid-back, literary vibe. In this âurban trench,â guests recharge with meticulous drinks in a vintageâsoaked ambianceâperfect for aficionados seeking ritual, discovery, and understated elegance.
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