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PetNat/Rose/Sparkling
$21
Domaine Bartucci Bugey-Cerdon
80% Gamay, 15% Poulsard, 5% Chardonnay. Savoie, France.
$21
Certified Organic
A refreshing sparkler that is quite sweet and crisp with bright strawberry aromas. The effervescence is obtained by spontaneous fermentation in the bottle, or “méthode ancestrale.” A wonderful treat for these warmer months!
$18
Domaine La Croix St. Laurent, Sancerre Rosé
Pinot Noir. 2024. Sancerre, France.
$18
This rosé is light, fresh, and zippy, with notes of gooseberry, under-ripe watermelon, and citrus accompanied by floral nuances. A very pleasant acidity and a long finish.
$18
Martin Vajčner “Sunny Side Up” Pet Nat
Moravian Muscat, Müller Thurgau & Pinot Gris. Moravia (Znojmo), Czech Republic. 2025.
$18
Organic/Biodynamic
Unfined/Unfiltered
A fresh and lively, light and aromatic, low-ABV sipper at 10% alcohol. This blend sees just a touch of skin-contact, with bubbles that are more delicate than wild, leaving a light and refreshing impression. Expect juicy citrus, white flowers, grape freshness and a hint of stone fruit. Sunshine in a bottle.
$15 / glass
Mio Sparkling Sake (5oz)
Sparkling Sake. Nada, Japan.
$15 / glass
Delicate & refreshingly sweet with flavors of honeydew, lemongrass & peaches. Delicious and fruity.
Sake
$29
Premium Sakes Flight
A curated selection of Daiginjo and Special Junmai
$29
1. Makiri - extra-dry, sharp
2. Mutsu Hassen Black - smooth, sea-breeze
3. Senkin Modern - elegant, balanced
Owner's Recommendation (Rare Sake)
$35
Hanagaki Junmai Daiginjo 花垣純米大吟醸
Junmai Daiginjo. Fukui, Japan.
$35
From Nanbu Shuzojo. Hanagaki means “flower fence,” reflecting a philosophy of harmony between nature and craftsmanship, resulting in a style that feels both modern and deeply rooted in heritage. This sake boasts a clean and refreshing mouthfeel, combining gentle acerbity and elegant sweetness. Delicate aromas of kiwi and pear mingle on the nose, flowing into a refined palate rich in umami that lingers with subtle complexity. The acidity enhances its freshness, while the silky texture keeps it smooth and balanced.
$65 (5 oz) / $39 (3 oz)
Suehiro “Ken” Daiginjo 末廣酒造大吟醸「剣」
Junmai Daiginjo. Fukushima, Japan.
$65 (5 oz) / $39 (3 oz)
One of the original exported premium daiginjo brews. Fukushima Prefecture has won more Gold medals than any other prefecture in the past decade and a half, and this is a perfect example of the formula sake that keeps winning. It drinks flavorfully, clean, with a quick and uplifting finish — round, silky, slippery and dry, it is very water-like, gentle, and elegant. Look for Asian pear, powdered sugar, grape, nougat, ginger, and minerals that cut through the palate like a sword (aka “Ken”).
$42
Kubota Seppou Yamahai "Black" 久保田雪峰山廃純米大吟醸(黒)
Junmai Daiginjo. Niigata, Japan.
$42
A special limited release born from an unexpected collaboration, Snow Peak Black brings Kubota's traditional Yamahai craftsmanship together with the spirit of the outdoors. Rich, earthy, and layered, this sake rewards slow sipping. Yellow peach layered with banana bread and cereal sets a broad, expressive tone. On the palate, this daiginjo is concentrated and umami-driven, with nuts and caramel woven through a firm, satisfying structure. The finish is dry, savory, and sticks around.
Limited & Daiginjyo
$33
Makiri "Extra Dry"
Junmai Daiginjo. Tohoku, Yamagata.
$33
This sharp, super dry sake sports the name Makiri, which translates to "Demon Cutter." Inspired by the blades of fisherman in Sakata City, which were said to dispel evil forces, Makiri will dispel bad energy from your soul and fill you with inner warmth. Sake connoisseurs and amateurs alike will be impressed by this sake.
$26 (cold) / $32 (warm)
Yano Umami Aged Kimoto Junmai
Junmai. Kimoto-Saga, Japan
$26 (cold) / $32 (warm)
This classical style displays rich, toothsome character and plentiful umami, set in the harmonious balance against chewy acidity smoothed through the aging process. The nose has notes of vanilla, nuts, and spices.
Dry
$33
Makiri "Extra Dry"
Junmai Daiginjo. Tohoku, Yamagata.
$33
This sharp, super dry sake sports the name Makiri, which translates to "Demon Cutter." Inspired by the blades of fisherman in Sakata City, which were said to dispel evil forces, Makiri will dispel bad energy from your soul and fill you with inner warmth. Sake connoisseurs and amateurs alike will be impressed by this sake.
$23 (cold) / $28 (warm)
Hakkaisan Tokubetsu Honjozo
Tokubetsu Honjozo. Niigata, Japan.
$23 (cold) / $28 (warm)
A tokubetsu honjozo that exemplifies the clean, dry quality of Niigata sake. Slightly sweet mango and honey flavors balance well with a light dryness. When warmed, the sharp umami melts away on the palate, with the delicate aromas of koji rice enhanced and the body becoming rich and round. When chilled, the dry and crisp aspects of this sake come forward.
Drink chilled, room temp, or warm.
Balanced
$16
Sho Chiku Bai “Ocean View”
Junmai. Berkeley, CA.
$16
Brewed with the unconventional choice of white koji (lending itself to heightened levels of citric acid), this junmai is delicate and tangy, with tart apple and pear leading the nose. As it warms in the glass, more savory notes emerge. Bold and refreshing on the palate.
$25
Mutsu Hassen Black Label
Junmai Ginjyo. Aomori, Japan.
$25
Staff Favorite
Hachinohe Brewery is one of few who practices sustainability and only utilizes local ingredients. The result is bursting with the apple-infused terroir of Aomori. A refreshing acidity melts gently into a sea of umami, allowing it to adapt easily in many different pairings. Its sheen matches the quality: Golden.
Drink chilled.
$24
Senkin Modern
Junmai Daiginjo. Tochigi, Japan.
$24
Senkin Modern represents a new era of sake brewing, merging traditional kimoto-style techniques with a contemporary sensibility. Crafted with subterranean water from the Kinu River, native yeast, and no additives, this Junmai Daiginjo is balanced and elegant, offering a light, silky finish without overpowering alcohol, capturing the essence of modern sake. Aromas of La France pear, melon, and muscat — soft and airy on the palate.
Semi-Sweet/Nigori
$30
Oze x Rosé
Junmai Dai-ginjyo. Gunma, Japan
$30
Owner's Pick
A lovely rose-colored sake that displays a harmonious symphony of sweet and tart. Brewed with the exceedingly difficult-to-use red yeast, this Rose sake will envelop the palate with notes of lush wild strawberries.
$22
Kato Sake Works, Nigori
Nigori-Genshu. Brooklyn.
$22
Made without additives and coarsely filtered for a silky body.
Made with 60% polished Calrose rice. Tastes like fresh grass, white chocolate, cane sugar, late apples. Semi-sweet.
From Kato, "Sounds like power ballads."
Umeshu and Specialty Shu
$19
Nanbu Bijin Umeshu No Sugar
Umeshu. Iwate, Japan.
$19
This particular plum brew infuses only the plums into their one-of-a-kind no sugar-added Umeshu. The natural sugars of the plums are extracted by the sake over time. This longer process unveils a refreshingly tart, bright, rose-colored delight.
Recommended on the rocks.
$19.5
Yamamoto Shuzo Godai Umeshu
Umeshu. Kagoshima, Japan.
$19.5
A rich yet easy-to-drink umeshu brewed with sweet potato shochu — the fruit harmonizes with the potato, creating a brilliant plum sake with a deep and subtle earthy flavor. Delicious with just the right balance of strength and sweetness.
$22
Kato Sake Works, Yuzu
Yuzu-infused Junmai - Genshu
$22
60% polished Calrose rice. Infused with Japanese yuzu lemon to balance the natural sweetness.
$20
Maruishi Jozo Miwaku no Mango
Junmai + mango. Aichi, Japan.
$20
A junmaishu infused with natural Alphonso mango grown in the south of Japan and distilled with Daichi no Kaze rice. The powerful flavors of tropical mango linger in your mouth from start to finish. Enjoy it chilled or on the rocks.
$15
MIO Sparkling Sake (10oz)
Sparkling Sake. Nada, Japan.
$15
Delicate & refreshingly sweet with flavors of honeydew, lemongrass & peaches. Very delicious and fruity.
Shochu
$15 (+3 w / Club Soda)
Nankai Shochu
24%. Amami Island, Japan.
$15 (+3 w / Club Soda)
On the rocks or neat
3oz pour
Nankai, which translates to “the South Sea,” is inspired by the clear blue waters of Amami Oshima, an island paradise off the southwestern coast of Japan. A vacuum-distilled shochu made from carefully selected sugarcane and rice, Nankai is handcrafted and masterfully aged exclusively in Amami.
$12 (+3 w / Club Soda)
Kannoko Mugi (Barley)
24%. Kagoshima, Japan.
$12 (+3 w / Club Soda)
On the rocks or neat
3oz pour
Kannoko is perfect for the whiskey lovers out there! Made by the famous Satsuma Shozu company, this shochu is single-distilled (honkaku) with select barley and white koji, and has a rich, mellow flavor. Its vibrant amber color is due to the fact that it is barrel-aged in oak for three years before bottling. All natural ingredients and no additives — enjoy it neat, on the rocks, or with club soda.
$12 (+3 w / Club Soda)
Yamamoto Shuzo Godai Umeshu
Shochu/Umeshu. Kagoshima, Japan.
$12 (+3 w / Club Soda)
On the rocks or neat
3oz pour
A rich yet easy-to-drink umeshu brewed with sweet potato shochu — the fruit harmonizes with the potato, creating a brilliant plum sake with a deep and subtle earthy flavor. Delicious with just the right balance of strength and sweetness.
$12 (+3 w / Club Soda)
Nisshin-Shurui Sudachi
20%. Awa, Japan.
$12 (+3 w / Club Soda)
On the rocks or neat
3oz pour
Made using the juice of the Sudachi citrus, which is a Tokushima specialty popular nationwide. Sudachi Shochu retains some of this bitterness, acidity, and a sweet citrusy aroma. Great in cocktails, on the rocks, and with water or club soda.
Limited Availability
$25
Apple Of Your Eye 🍎
Apple, White Miso, Kannoko Mugi Shochu, Lemon, Milk Clarified
$25
Created by @_qiqix
Standard Selection
$21
Samurai Rock-on 🤘
Junmai, Kato Mirin Sake, freshly squeezed Lime Juice
$21
Created by @kuniyahair
$21
📷 Cameron Obscura 🌫️
St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Yuzu Juice, Made-in-NY Dry Vermouth, Mio Sparkling Sake
$21
Created by @gcameronperry
$21
❤️ Heart to Explain
Kato Nigori, Sfumato Amaro, Method Sweet Vermouth, Yuzu Juice
$21
Created by @sipandco.co
$21
Carli-flower 🌼
Hibiscus Tea, Yuzu Sake, Mint
$21
Created by @d4adng0ne
$21
Bitchy Mangoes 🥭
Mango Sake, Nankai Shochu, Matcha-Genmaicha Tea
$21
Created by @_qiqix
$21
Cafe Purr-risa 🐈‍⬛
Coffee Liqueur, Kimoto Nigori, Kyoto Cold Brew, shaved chocolate on top
$21
Allergy warning: chocolate contains nuts
Created by @idontspeakengrish
$21
Empress X 👑
Oze Rose Sake, Lychee Juice, Montenegro Amaro, Umeshu, Rose Petals
$21
Created by @ _qiqix
$21
⛩️ Kyoto Mule
Sudachi Shochu, Kato Junmai, Lime Juice, Fever Tree Ginger Beer
$21
$21
Ma-Chet Baker 🎺
Junmai, Matcha, Oat Milk, Genmaicha
$21
Created by @kuniyahair
$21
The Perfect Poison 🔮
Tomato, Spice, Herbal Liqueur, Yuzu Sake, Mint
$21
Allergy warning: contains shellfish
Created by @ _qiqix
$21
Tokyo After Dark 🌃
Sabra Coffee Liqueur, Kannoko Mugi Shochu, Sfumato Amaro, Sea Salt Hazelnut Cream Foam
$21
Allergy warning: contains hazelnuts, contains dairy
Created by @ _qiqix
$18
🍋 Yuzu Sour Chū-Hi
Sudachi Shochu, Yuzu, Club Soda
$18
$18
Hojicha-Mirin 🌆
Hojicha, Mirin Sake, Cinnamon
$18
Red (chilled)
$19
Swick Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon. Columbia Valley, WA. 2022.
$19
Organic
Unfined/Unfiltered
An intriguing mix of Old World and New World with a commanding presence in the glass. Macerated whole cluster for two months before aging in neutral French oaks for 14 months. Tobacco, dark cherry, and mint aromatics lead to a fruit-forward finish with fresh acidity. The longer skin maceration makes for a cabernet that is lighter in color with a more elegant expression.
$20
Swick “Poolz #2”
75% Pinot Noir, 25% Mourvèdre. Newberg, OR. 2022.
$20
Organic/Biodynamic
Unfined/Unfiltered
A natural red blend that is three-quarters Pommard Pinot Noir and one quarter Mourvèdre. A layered experience: red and black fruit at the front, savory herbs and forest floor underneath, and soft tannin holding it all together. Dark cherry, plum, and baking spice on the nose. Silky yet structured.
White
$19
Domaine Bersan “Saint-Bris”
Sauvignon Blanc. Burgundy, France. 2023.
$19
Organic
Unfined/Unfiltered
An aromatic Sauvignon Blanc with a medium body; refreshing grapefruit and florals on the nose with more citrus and mineral notes on the palate, all ending in a crisp, mouthwatering finish. Fresh, bright, and very balanced.
$17
Weignut Schlossmühlenhof “Riesling Trocken”
100% Riesling. Rheinhessen, Germany. 2023.
$17
Organic
Unfined/Unfiltered
This is a minimal-intervention, dry white wine with intense orchard fruit aromas that rise from the glass, bright acidity, and notes of grapefruit, apricot, and honey. From the winery’s “Boden Funk” series, which can be roughly translated as “sound waves” — meant to express that the terroir is being transmitted through the roots, into the vines and then finally the grapes.
Orange/Skin-Contact
$19
Bojo do Luar “P’tchin”
Azal. Vinho Verde, Portugal. 2025.
$19
Organic
Unfined/Unfiltered
A single-varietal wine from the rare and under-appreciated grape, Azal (often compared to Chenin Blanc). Here, the grapes are harvested by hand, destemmed at 90%, and fermented naturally in amphora with chestnut flower powder added to the must. Golden and rounded with clean, strong minerality and a lush, long finish. Beautifully soft acidity.
$17
Bojo Do Luar “Doralice”
Loureiro Vinho Verde. Portgual. 2020.
$17
Organic
Unfined/Unfiltered
Structured, aromatic, herbaceous with soft tannins. What we like to call a more gentle type of orange wine meaning that the tannins are subtle, the color less in the amber direction and the palate is fresh. You'll find a touch of nuttiness in the predominantly tropical fruit flavors of this wine.
$17
Weignut Schlossmühlenhof Boden Funk
Müller-Thurgau. Rheinhessen, Germany. 2023.
$17
Organic
Unfined/Unfiltered
A delightful alternative to the Rheinhessen region's famed Rieslings, this wine has a vibrant personality — lush and aromatic, simultaneously grassy and fruit-forward with notes like mango and apricot. Lean, crisp, and well balanced with electric acidity.
Japanese Ale/IPA
$11
Kizakura Lucky Cat (10oz)
White Ale. Kyoto, Japan.
$11
Has a gentle yet refreshing aroma of fresh yuzu and spicy sansho peppercorn.
The addition of high-quality Japanese rice lends a lightness to the body of this brew, counterbalancing Saaz hops bitterness elegantly.
$11
Kizakura Lucky Dog (10oz)
Japanese Session IPA. Kyoto, Japan.
$11
Brilliant citrus aroma. Modest hoppiness with light & smooth aftertaste. Well balanced with a lighter body than a usual IPA.
Japanese Lager/Pilsner/Weisen
$11
Echigo Weizen for a Relaxing Time
Hefeweizen. 5.5%. Niigata, Japan.
$11
10 oz. Beautiful, slightly hazy liquid with a delicate fruity and refreshing flavor. The enjoyable soft and round mouthfeel leads easily to a crisp, dry finish. Brewed with 100% wheat malt and barley malt and hops, this craft was brewed with all the hard-working busy people out there in mind, to be enjoyed in the times they would most like to relax.
$11
Orion Beer
Lager. 5%. Okinawa, Japan.
$11
Orion’s “The Draft” offers a refreshing, mild taste with a crisp mouthfeel and pours a clear yellow-golden in the glass. Lemony citrus, grainy malt, and a bit of grassiness on the nose with a superbly clean finish — a classic example of a Japanese light lager.
$11
Asahi Super Dry
Rice Lager. 5%. Osaka, Japan.
$11
Japan’s number 1 beer! Dry and crisp with a quick, clean finish.
Lager/Pilsner
$12
Macina Di Sale
Sicilian Lager. 4.5%. Brooklyn, NYC.
$12
Brewed with premium Eraclea pilsner malt, Styrian Celeia hops, and Sicilian sea salt from the salt pools of Trapani. Notes of fresh-baked bread, soft floral spice, subtle oceanic salinity, and a hint of sweet citrus. Light minerality on the finish. Round mouthfeel and a clean, crisp finish. Extremely refreshing — from KCBC.
Ale/IPA
$12
Grimm “Day of Radiance”
Hazy IPA. 6.7%. Brooklyn, NYC.
$12
An intensely tropical brew featuring Luminosa and Citra hops and bursting with lush aromatics of overripe pineapple, mango, and guava. Crisp, bright, and juicy, with low bitterness for an IPA.
$12
Pavement
DIPA. 8.2%. Burlington, VT.
$12
A classic dry and slightly bitter DIPA, with notes of mango, passionfruit, and tropical citrus. Incredibly juicy and easy to drink. Hopped with Citra and Mosaic. From Foam Brewers.
Sour/Session
$12
Dream Away
Fruited Sour. 6%. Queens, NY.
$12
A base of pureed passion fruit churned with orange, guava, coconut, and real ice cream to create that creamy, smooth, and sweet-sour taste. Delightfully tart. From Finback.
Hard Cider
$11
Shacksbury Cider “Sweater Weather”
Spiced Hard Cider. 8%. Vergennes, VT.
$11
Last one!
This special edition is aged in bourbon barrels from Kings County Distillery. With warming spices, vanilla, and sweet apple, Sweater Weather tips the scales at a super cozy 8% and is the perfect seasonal drink for the colder weather.
Mocktail/Zero ABV
$12
Blood Orange Elderflower Mimosa
12oz
$12
All natural ingredients, vegan, gluten-free
From Mingle Mocktails: a sparkling symphony of juicy blood orange and the subtle floral notes of elderflower.
$12
Carlifree
Hibiscus Tea, Mint, Yuzu Juice, Club Soda
$12
$4.5
Fever-Tree Ginger Beer
5oz
$4.5
Non-GMO certified. Naturally sourced ingredients. No artificial sweeteners or colors
Crafted by brewing three gingers from the Ivory Coast, Nigeria, and Cochin, India. Not too sweet on the palate, this bold and refreshing non-alcoholic Ginger Beer has a deep, long-lasting ginger character.
$3.5
Fever-Tree Club Soda
5oz
$3.5
Made with soft spring water, bicarbonate of soda, and a high level of carbonation. Specifically crafted with the perfect level of bubbles and a delicate aroma to complement and enhance the flavors of the finest spirits. Naturally sourced ingredients.
Bar Snacks
$6
Japanese Snacks
Choose from:
$6
Japanese Calbee Chips
Hapi Mixed Crackers
Bar Bites
$7
Kurobuta
Freshly Made Cooked
$7
Freshly made
$10
Special Spicy Kurobuta
Freshly Made Cooked
$10
Freshly made
SWAG
$35
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100% Cotton
$35
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