The moment it is poured into the glass, a sense of surprise and joy unfolds: "the legendary find known to those in the know"

On the 83-tier liquor shelf of "bar83rd," a hidden-away bar located on the top floor of a building in Bashamichi, Yokohama, there occasionally line up rare bottles that collectors from all over the world search for. Among them, the one radiating a singularly unique presence is the almost mythical bourbon liqueur, "Early Times Blind Archer."

This is a super rare item that has now vanished from the market and can only be found on the shelves of a few specialty shops and collectors. Due to its extreme rarity, there are very rarely opportunities for it to actually be poured into a glass and tasted at a bar counter. The moment we serve this bottle at our shop, expressions of joy upon reuniting spread across the faces of enthusiastic fans, while those encountering it for the first time show surprise at experiencing "a special encounter they might never taste again."

Profile of Early Times Blind Archer: A sharply released green apple aroma

When people think of "Early Times," they think of a historic, prestigious brand that has carried on the tradition of bourbon since the American pioneering days. While we also carry standard yellow and brown labels at our shop, this "Blind Archer" is a flavored whiskey crafted by exquisitely blending green apple flavor into that traditional bourbon.

True to its name, just like an arrow loosed by a blindfolded archer, a sharp and striking green apple aroma pierces straight through the nasal passages. And when held in the mouth, from beneath the fruity freshness, the strength and sweet lingering finish characteristic of Kentucky bourbon come chasing after. Although it became a huge topic of conversation at the time of its release for its innovative nature, it vanished from the market in a short period, which is why its one-of-a-kind individuality—unlike any other bourbon—has been passed down as a "legend."

Unleasing the delicate aroma alongside the night view of Kannai, Yokohama

The delicate apple fragrance and powerful bourbon finish possessed by this Blind Archer. To ensure that you can enjoy this wonderful aroma to the very last drop without any cloudiness, we cherish the fragrance of our drinks and keep the interior of our shop completely non-smoking.

It is wonderful to chat alongside champagne or whiskey in the spacious, red-themed sofa seating inspired by New York's SoHo, or to taste it from the rooftop terrace while taking in a panoramic view of the Minato-Mirai night view together with the ocean breeze of Yokohama.

Yokohama is the birthplace of bars in Japan, a city where over 160 years of history breathe. In that traditional land of Kannai, Yokohama, we cherish a style called the "membership privilege system." This is not to raise barriers, but precisely because we are a small shop, so that we can fully understand the preferences of each and every customer and propose such a rare drink at the absolute best timing.

To those seeking a rare whiskey or a special experience in Kannai, Yokohama. With this phantom bottle that our shop "bar83rd" passionately recommends, why not etch an unforgettable memory into your night?