Conrad Tokyo to Offer Five Types of Piña Colada for a Limited Time at Bar & Lounge "TwentyEight"

Jul 04, 2024

Conrad Tokyo, July 3, 2024, 1:00 PM

To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the creation of the Piña Colada, Conrad Tokyo Bar Manager Daichi Tanaka, who won second place in the "Hilton x Bacardi Piña Colada Competition," will begin offering top-ranking cocktails, including his award-winning "Vamos."

Conrad Tokyo (Minato-ku, Tokyo; General Manager: Neil McInnes) will provide five special Piña Colada variations for a limited time at Bar & Lounge "TwentyEight" starting July 8 (Monday). Alongside the top-ranking cocktails from the "Hilton x Bacardi Piña Colada Competition," including "Vamos" by Conrad Tokyo Bar Manager Daichi Tanaka, the lineup will feature the original Piña Colada recreated from its initial recipe and a non-alcoholic "Zero Colada." These unique creations by Hilton's talented bartenders promise an exceptional bar experience.

The Piña Colada, a popular summer cocktail, was created in 1954 by bartender Ramón "Monchito" Marrero at the Caribe Hilton. In anticipation of its 70th anniversary, Hilton partnered with Bacardi to host the "Hilton x Bacardi Piña Colada Competition" in 2023. A total of 288 bartenders from Hilton hotels worldwide participated, and in March 2024, the finals were held in Puerto Rico, the birthplace of the Piña Colada, where seven finalists showcased their skills. Daichi Tanaka from Conrad Tokyo, who advanced through the preliminary rounds to the finals, presented his original Piña Colada "Vamos," which featured a Japanese twist, and secured second place. "Vamos," based on Bacardi rum and incorporating nigori sake, coconut syrup, fresh pineapple juice, and lemon juice, is garnished with absinthe and repurposed pineapple pulp. It was praised for its simple yet bold flavor and its upcycled ingredients.

Starting from July 8 (Monday), the "70th Anniversary Special Piña Colada Menu" will be available, featuring Tanaka's "Vamos," the first-place "Piña Natura" by Matteo Giannuzzi from London Hilton on Park Lane, the third-place "Speculada" by the team from DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station, the recreated original Piña Colada from 1954, and the non-alcoholic "Zero Colada." This unique opportunity allows guests to enjoy one-of-a-kind Piña Coladas crafted by award-winning Hilton bartenders, all while taking in the panoramic views of Tokyo Bay.

From left to right in the photo: "Piña Natura," "Vamos," "Speculada."

Additionally, these cocktails will be available at select Hilton-operated hotels both domestically and internationally.

"70th Anniversary Special Piña Colada Menu" Overview

Period: July 8, 2024 (Monday) – August 31, 2024 (Saturday)

Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 AM (Last Order 11:30 PM)

Menu and Prices:

Piña Natura (Contest Winner): 2,800 yen
Inspired by San Juan, the capital of Puerto Rico, where the Caribe Hilton is located. This cocktail blends Bacardi Carta Blanca, milk, fresh lime juice, flambéed pineapple juice, coconut syrup, and Asti, garnished with pineapple skin. It is a tribute to the beauty of Puerto Rico.

Vamos (Contest Runner-Up): 2,800 yen
A creation reflecting the meeting of different cultures. This cocktail combines Bacardi Carta Blanca, nigori sake, coconut syrup, pineapple juice, and lemon juice. It is finished with a spray of absinthe and garnished with dried pineapple.

Speculada (Contest 3rd Place): 2,800 yen
Inspired by the signature chocolate chip cookie of the DoubleTree by Hilton brand and Dutch speculaas (speculoos) cookies, this cocktail evokes childhood nostalgia with a tropical twist. It blends Bacardi Carta Blanca, coconut milk, pineapple juice, coconut cream, and speculaas syrup, garnished with crushed speculaas cookies.

Original Piña Colada: 2,800 yen
A recreation of the original Piña Colada from 1954. This flavor, representing Puerto Rico, was perfected after three months of experimentation. The recipe, blending rum, coconut cream, and pineapple juice, continues to be loved by people around the world.

Zero Colada: 2,300 yen
A non-alcoholic drink that captures the essence of wonderful summer memories in a glass. It blends fresh pineapple, pineapple juice, coconut cream, and brown sugar.

Reservations & Inquiries

Official Website (https://conrad-tokyo.hiltonjapan.co.jp/plans/restaurants/item/twentyeight-anniversary) or 03-6388-8745 (Direct Restaurant Reservations)
*Prices shown include taxes and service charges.
*Content and prices may change without notice due to availability of ingredients.
*Images are for illustrative purposes only.
*Contest-winning cocktails may be served with modified recipes.

Daichi Tanaka
Bar Manager, Conrad Tokyo

Daichi Tanaka began his professional career in 2017 at The Peninsula Tokyo. He later worked as a bartender at Kimpton Shinjuku and The SG Club before joining Conrad Tokyo in April 2023.

Awards

2019: Winner, Tiki Cocktail Category, Philippine BarChef 7 World Open Mixology Competition
2019: Overall Winner, La Maison Cointreau Japan
2019: 3rd Place, Night Market Challenge, La Maison Cointreau International Final
2024: 2nd Place, Hilton x Bacardi Piña Colada Competition

About Conrad Tokyo

Located in Shiodome, near Ginza, Conrad Tokyo offers panoramic views of Hamarikyu Gardens, Rainbow Bridge, and Tokyo Bay with a concept of modern Japanese design. It features 291 spacious guest rooms, each boasting a minimum size of 48 square meters, making them some of the largest standard rooms in Tokyo. The hotel also includes four vibrant restaurants and a bar & lounge, versatile banquet facilities with state-of-the-art equipment, and the "Mizuki Spa & Fitness," which spans 1,400 square meters and includes a spa, pool, and fitness center. Conrad Tokyo consistently earns top accolades both domestically and internationally, including recognition in the 'Michelin Guide Tokyo,' 'Condé Nast Traveler's Gold List,' and 'TripAdvisor's Top 25 Hotels.' For more information, please visit conradtokyo.jp (https://conrad-tokyo.hiltonjapan.co.jp/). Follow Conrad Tokyo on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/conradtokyo), X (https://twitter.com/conradtokyo), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/conrad_tokyo/), and LINE (https://page.line.me/344dzpkn?openQrModal=true).

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