Virtù at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi Unveils Locally Crafted Tonic Water and Vermouth Collection

Virtù at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi introduces a new chapter in its beverage program with the launch of a locally crafted collection of vermouths and a signature tonic water. Developed in collaboration with Hiyori Co., Ltd., a boutique winery based in Yamanashi, the new offerings reflect a deep respect for Japanese ingredients, terroir, and craftsmanship.

The collection includes three styles of vermouth – SÈCHE (dry), SHIRO (white), and AKA (sweet) – as well as KARUI, a tonic water blended with Japanese citrus and Koshu grape extract. These ingredients have been carefully selected and crafted to complement Virtù’s Paris-meets-Tokyo cocktail style, with a focus on balance, freshness, and a distinct sense of place.

“Vermouth and tonic are the quiet heroes behind some of our favourite cocktails,” says Keith Motsi, Head Bartender at Virtù. “We didn’t want to settle for what was available. We wanted something that speaks to our style, something that feels right here in Tokyo — light, expressive, and rooted in the land.”

KARUI, the original tonic water, brings together three types of Japanese citrus – yuzu, shikuwasa, and jabara – with Koshu grape skin extract from Katsunuma. It’s already featured in some of Virtù’s standout cocktails, including Someiyoshino, Hoji Epice, and Harukaze, and is also available for purchase at THE LOUNGE.

The vermouths tell three different stories:

• SÈCHE, the dry style, highlights the bitters of Yamanashi prefecture yuzu and Amur cork tree bark.
• SHIRO, the white vermouth, finishes with a soft honeyed sweetness from locally sourced Amur cork tree honey.
• AKA, the red variant, harmonises the floral brightness of cherry blossom leaves with the earthy complexity of Japanese mugwort.

“This collaboration speaks to our ongoing commitment to showcase Japanese craft at its finest,” says Uday Rao, Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi. “We are proud to offer guests something that can only be experienced here, something rooted in where we are and how we serve.”

Cocktails featuring the new vermouths will debut later this season, offering Japanese interpretations of six best-selling classics. All products in this collaboration are exclusive to Virtù.

To explore these new creations, visit Virtù.

About Hiyori Co., Ltd.

Founded in 2018, Hiyori Co., Ltd. is a Japanese winery and craft beverage producer based in Katsunuma, Yamanashi. Inspired by founder Mari Hayasaka’s experience in London’s craft distilling scene, Hiyori creates wines and vermouths rooted in Japanese botanicals such as sakura (cherry blossom) and kihada (Amur cork tree), blending modern craftsmanship with traditional sensibilities.

The company operates its own winery and develops distinctive products including hiyori Wines, hiyori Vermouth, and kizashi Tonic Water Kihada. Hiyori also produces exclusive private label beverages for several global luxury hotel chains, reflecting its dedication to quality, artistry, and cultural authenticity. Collaborating with local forestry and agriculture, Hiyori promotes regional revitalization and environmental sustainability—while sharing the richness of Japan’s craft culture with the world.