01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Just scanning the labels lined up along the shelves is enough to quicken the pulse of any whisky enthusiast. Located in the Koyama No. 3 Building in Uchikanda, the bar GROOVY stocks a carefully curated collection centered on Japanese craft whisky. Single Malt Komagatake is especially well represented, inviting comparative tastings across different cask finishes and aging sites, from Red Wine Cask Finish and Yakushima Aging to Tsunuki Aging and limited editions.
The breadth of the selection goes well beyond that single malt. Alongside Mars Shinshu blends like Iwai Tradition and Cosmo, the shelves hold bottles sure to intrigue connoisseurs, including releases from the Lucky Cat series like Ash '99 and May, various anniversary editions, and private casks. With a knowledgeable bartender ready to offer recommendations tailored to personal preferences, even newcomers can choose their first dram without hesitation.
To accompany these distinct malts, the rustic Chichibu gibier jerky makes an ideal pairing. Options such as wild boar, venison, miso-cured pork, and pork tongue yield deeper savory flavor with every chew, resonating pleasantly with the rich finish of high-proof spirits.
The bar provides a tranquil setting for sipping a quiet drink, though seating is limited, so reserving ahead is advisable. While it suits a relaxed stop after work, the bar also opens at 15:00 on Sundays, making it equally suited to lingering over fine spirits while the day is still bright.
