Fresh Campari Cocktail | Japan’s Greatest Bartender - Hiroyasu Kayama

The greatest bartender of Japan, Hiroyasu Kayama of Ben Fiddich, is a mixology magician straight out of Tokyo.
Watch the master at work on a Fresh Campari Cocktail.
Vodka
Grapefruit Juice
Tonic water
Angelica Root
Calamus Root
Swertia Japonica
Cardamon
Liquorice Powder
Cinnamon Powder
Clove
Callaway
Orange Peel
Coriander Seed
Directed by Marshmallow Tartz
Edited by Miles Trahan
Sound Design by Ross Backenkeller
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[@Anonymous594]

Me: *walks in* “Water, please” This guy: *grabs an oxygen atom and 2 hydrogen atoms*

[@sungcha8999]

😂

[@blairmclaughlin2680]

LOL

[@rajayseudath8059]

damn, busted a gut laughing after reading that.

[@AzureSkyCiel]

the only problem with Kayama-san is that if you tried to pick up on a girl at his bar by ordering her a drink, they'd fall in love with Kayama-san watching him make it. And so would you.

[@arnoldlaneii9861]

Don't look at him when he shakes ur drink !!

[@estbeta]

Enlighten me as to why could that be even remotely considered as a problem 😆😆

[@kungfuman82]

Well put.

[@johndinh2913]

Plot twist, YOU fall in love with Kayama lol

[@kazzy44]

i don't see that as a problem at all

[@donaldkennedy1701]

I just went to his bar after watching these videos. He's in Shinjuku, Tokyo. Drinks were incredible and catered toward your taste. We got 8 drinks which ended up being less than $160 USD. Chill dude and knows his shit! Go there if you are in Tokyo

[@v0zbox]

I was sold when he pulled out the jar of cochineal. That's the dried bodies of cactus-sucking insects used as a red food dye, in case you were wondering.

[@rogaldorn8991]

I was wondering why the drink was so red.

[@andrewkrahn2629]

v0zbox though apparently bottled campari doesn't use that anymore

[@talonviperchef4048]

I heard Starbucks stopped using that as well.

[@GoogleGoogle-yj3ot]

Peruvians use it to dye clothes too. I couldn't agree more with you.

[@benasjonusas6367]

Yeah, bugs. Japan's greatest bartender! Also, how is this campari?

[@cholze9146]

Campari: Out of stock. This guy: Fine, I’ll do it myself.

[@negus_nark2159]

From experience and visiting Japan this guy is an accurate representation on how the Japanese people do their jobs/their culture with care, effort and hospitality.

[@Silentblogger659]

Took the words out of my mouth...or, fingertips, i guess.

[@ouch26]

Crafted with pride.

[@Fruit333p]

Negus_Nark and they have a "no tipping" culture... In the US they say if you tip your service will be better..lol..

[@jackrockwell6698]

chris v I'm an American bartender and would love to make stuff like this but Americans would lose their shit if their drinks took 5 minutes.

[@peterbear4413]

Those are some rather serious, hate-filled, and frankly racist accusations there. Perhaps you should consider that, like literally everywhere else in the world, there are good people and bad people in Japan, and not make such sweepingly ignorant and bigoted statements. Especially without providing a single shred of proof. Just food for thought.

[@theeholliday]

Foley artist on this having way too much fun.

[@BAFLclan]

alone family okay thank you I was thinking the same thing

[@sorrychangedmyusername3594]

The Foley artist must be having a baller editing these.

[@madingthree]

these videos are basically a foley artist's wet dream

[@WadeTheWilsonTV]

The man has style oozing out of every inch of his being, and his recipes look flat-out AAA. That said, he isn't flashy. He is fully competent in every basic aspect of bartending. It's the way he holds himself and his recipes that places him as a notch above.

[@yashithjayasinghe444]

Wade the Wilson

[@TotallyNotASpy1]

This man is one of the reasons i am studying to become a bartender. There's just something about how every single small movement he does has a precise meaning and purpose, and he does everything so effortlessly. It's the level of elegance and dedication that i wish to reach in my life..

[@bentgable1301]

This shit is just like ASMR fuckin lovin it! #88rising

[@audipmuaja1809]

so true

[@thlee3]

spinal boner

[@instvntnudle4913]

Luo Dong incoming

[@viktortsoi3994]

AOMG X 88rising dude i only looked at comments to comment the same thing. This kills majority of asmr video out there. Especially cuz i got immune to 90% of them

[@AmauryCastillo]

Hell yeah, i'm not the only one

[@fiercefreewhole]

Watching Japanese bartenders is like watching an artist. Beautiful.

[@ninjahkittehh]

he seems like he'd be such a friendly person to approach. you can tell he's proud of what he does. love this.

[@LittleRedRidingHoo]

2:01 there you go, sir.. 2:04 just kidding it's not done yet..

[@lawrencevo]

man how I love 88rising keep up the great work

[@nikkobanog]

Producer: How many ingredients you want? This guy: Yes

[@lamborgini86]

its so pleasing to hear and watch , THIS IS SOME DANK QUALITY !

[@karenhernandez4428]

Studd bandit 👀

[@amandasmith6821]

Amazing quality and editing of these videos! Loving this shot, keep it up!

[@ashurakusanaga5917]

I'm not into ASMR, but everything about this video gives me chills, good chills. Especially with headphones. I heavily recommend good headphones.

[@tylerdurden69420]

2:53 look into the eyes of your murderer

[@generic_usernamev2.082]

"First I shake this cocktail and then I shake your cheeks"

[@sreesivaram]

hahahahaha so its not just me.

[@evsanger]

To sit and watch someone make campari from scratch effortlessly during the cocktail building process is just insane. Perfect.

[@manuelmonterroso523]

this video was beautiful. sounds and visuals were perfect. asmr type stuff...

[@_dez]

these videos are so dope!!! keep them comingggg

[@JimothyPicking]

Watching you make these drinks is calming honestly

[@raunakverma3293]

It's always so mesmerising watching him prepare the drink...though I've never been to Japan but I'm already his fan...😁

[@edwardscruggs6555]

Brilliant with your usual elegant presentation!

[@ILoveBreakfast671]

I would probably pay 30 dollars for that drink. Probably 50 if I'm already drunk.

[@Garblegox]

I'd buy one and let all my friends try it out. I know they'd be dying to know how it tastes.

[@moderateatberkeley]

It's less than 20 dollars and Japanese bars will not take tip.

[@labrador7373]

You like to drink crushed insect juice?

[@ThisSentenceIsFalse]

Lol. The cochneal gave it a nice red color!

[@henrykashyap8913]

only if u have money , poor fuck

[@nzmcnfb]

first of all, great video editing and shooting. and this is a great bartender. very clean, works with care, and knows his stuff.

[@hongkyunnoh6916]

these quality videos they upload makes me want to work at 88 rising. dope.

[@ebagman1]

That close up at 2:54 had me dying 😂😂😂

[@rie4449]

Made me uncomfortable I fucking closed my eyes

[@ebagman1]

+Choi Kaylee haha

[@arricherie]

scared the shit out of me.

[@chaiit67]

hahaha I wasn't ready..

[@justinrosario1301]

2 minutes into bartending and chill and he gives you that look

[@Gist432]

Good food is made with love, because without it there is no true effort. Same goes for coctails, and this is a man who enjoys his work. Love the editing btw!

[@kevinlification]

needs more close ups and loud noises

[@braydenmcslouch]

KGrace yes I want my ears to tear apart and my eyes to melt

[@jmhadahorse]

The added sound effects ruin the video honestly, the raw audio was just fine.

[@mauiwkeyz7804]

When he puts the ice in the shaker and shakes its the same clip everytime i swear

[@Lawgiver19]

I could watch this for days! wonderful video!

[@sgctellandshow]

can't wait for the next one!

[@robertsyrett1992]

2:31 he checks the sweetness by placing a drop on the back of his hand and licking it. Smooth.

[@firstanrio4048]

He is very elegant

[@12346unkown]

I noticed that. Maybe cuz of the way its cut together but to me it looked like he just tried a drop of the syrup straight which wouldnt rly make sense obvs.

[@TotallyNotASpy1]

That's a pretty common thing to do in bars. However most bartenders don't do it because it can be considered rude in front of customers

[@hijiritasuzuki6454]

And he did that move in a really elegant way. I bet he had practiced this move for a long time.

[@robertsyrett1992]

@Jason Calcanis LOL

[@BrunoVidalLordOfAwesomeness]

This is art

[@cem._]

God, I just love your content.

[@terminusest9179]

So why are my clothes off?

[@crystaldeswardt6474]

The way he licked the syrup off his hand like a fucking cat lmao

[@alanyu5605]

he probably stirred the drink first before the video started from the cut. japanese bartenders taste their drinks before shaking to make sure they don't have to remake the drink after shaking and pouring.

[@ionut-dragosplesa3309]

+Alan Yu A good bartender tastes the drink just like a chef tastes the food.

[@Kellychen7]

That description +1

[@JonasClark]

Most bartenders taste their drinks. The most common method uses a straw with a thumb over the end, 2nd comes a tiny cup. But I've seen a lot of Japanese bartenders do it this way. I'm not sure why, but it seems to be not uncommon.

[@michealramilo917]

Jonas Clark its just a pretentious way of tasting.. Lol so called mixology

[@fredjones6876]

god knows why but ive watched this like 40 times now...just so satisfying 😍

[@calidoll6120]

This reminds me of this weird bartender cartoon game where you'd pick the liquids and stuff and hed shake it and drink it and see whether it tasted good or bad I liked it either way lol

[@ST-zn3fj]

You could make the boston shaker explode, which is the funniest fail in my book

[@mat2468xk]

The game is called: "Bartender: the Right Mix" or something like that. And yeah, I know this comment is old.

[@iloveincite]

Really fascinating video. I like it

[@ashurakusanaga5917]

I ain't into ASMR, but there's something about this video that gives me pleasant chills every time I've watched this.

[@alisoncevallos8023]

very relaxing. loved it 😊❤

[@TheMisterCrea]

Shit givin me chills. Love it.

[@hatel0rd693]

this is amazing

[@VSkylo]

I can't stop watching this, so satisfying

[@CTcCaster]

That sudden face-zoomed in tho, scared the shit outta me, geez.

[@Shivv-_-]

More of these please

[@YaroLord]

western bartenders: couple ingredients, alcohol, other alcohol, another alcohol and a shitton of ice kayama-san: A L C H E M Y

[@allisonjimena617]

2:30 besides his sophisticated attitude, he's got a hint of playfulness when a drop of syrup got on his hand 😰😖😍😍

[@d.j.gilmore7172]

I wish you would make a full film! These are great to play in the background of a gathering.

[@homme436]

Looks nice!

[@digitallydelusional8613]

imho I think the sound effects add a certain crisp feeling that makes the video that little bit more relaxing

[@nirupam683]

So refreshing even in lockdown days.

[@jaydayasser4010]

he's so swift and delicate with his moves... he'd call me vulgar if he saw how i shake a bottle of juice.

[@dpachannel2052]

Desde bebezinho eu sonhava em saber do que o campari era feito, hoje já na terceira idade, eu descobrí vendo este vídeo! Obrigado Kayama San!

[@augustus2164]

This is art!

[@jamess5415]

Makes me wanna start drinking again

[@worstbartenderever1702]

Leaving speachless.

[@Wvk5zc]

need more videos of this bartender!

[@TEAM75yugi]

Damn, more please !

[@Randolph_]

One thing i noticed on these videos is the sound. So crisp, so sharp to the point that it almost sounded artificial. the water drops, the crushed herbs...

[@andrewkrahn2629]

FYI: cochineal is a crushed dried insect used to make a very bright red dye (doesn't last long, so it's usually just in cosmetics)

[@acrylucky3092]

So much relaxing

[@marshallgreen7815]

So cooL!

[@ashleyclous954]

yeeesssss this guy is the best

[@pyosean7386]

dope video

[@hydrofluorix]

yess i love this guy

[@billkey1722]

More of this its so strangely satisfying

[@evanbonne5078]

The comment section on all of these videos are so friendly and everyone gets along😂😂😂 it's great tbh

[@user-gh7fi3ou9d]

wow‼︎. Very beautiful

[@barrigapeluda]

How much elegance!, a very good example of how to do it.

[@LegazzyXcluzive]

This is fucking beautiful, I'm a cook with only 4 years of experience, I love my job but This just shows you how the food/beverage industry can hold so much class and elegance

[@SethralSethral]

This is trippy affffff

[@TheTrollFromUK]

Asmr tingles kicked in

[@tehdusto]

Me: Oh no I'm out of Campari! Kayama-san: Hold my biru

[@markymark9378]

Too great.

[@mikolabima]

I feel like i need to watch these "Cocktail Making" videos every year

[@shashankchauhan7624]

I don't know why I am watching his videos. I don't even drink, but I am hooked!

[@annekeweers7491]

gotta love the japanese craftsmenship when it comes to coktails

[@justuswarner8951]

It's like he's inviting me in I take my shoes off put on some classical music after a stressful day sit back and drink the fanciest drinks made by this legendary bartender

[@megabarf20]

Relaxing af

[@bayutw34]

This is modern day alchemist

[@originalmusic401]

This some enticing stuff right here.

[@angelahagerman5693]

You are amazing....

[@neonsekai4175]

The best asmr ever

[@thiefrules]

my wallet hurts just thinking about how expensive this bar would be

[@SmurfYeahBizNitches]

thiefrules this drink is $40 by itself

[@sanjanaguha3554]

@@SmurfYeahBizNitches ;damn 40

[@tylerdurden1923]

It should be $150 if he looks at you like that hahah so personalized.

[@AliasUndercover]

@@SmurfYeahBizNitches Cheaper than I expected.

[@YaroLord]

americans are used to getting completely ripped off on bars here if it's a luxury bar sure they can charge anything for a cocktail like this, but an averagely nice place wouldn't be over 20€

[@user-eq2yb8vh4l]

This is art! When making a cocktail becomes a Japanese ritual.

[@88slay]

Kayama is extremely mastered the mixer of spices and herb combinations.

[@MrTheuwie]

This style is great.

[@luckyguy71]

Campari and soda has been my drink of choice for years. This is the first time I have ever seen it made.Kayama-san is really amazing! I wonder which herb makes it red?

[@Mina-wb1dz]

It's the cochineal! However, it's not actually a herb, but rather the shell of a dead bug :'D

[@shaihulud69]

cette boisson semble être extraordinaire, quel chance d y goûter!!

[@sammyrivera1141]

idk but it's so relaxing

[@TheHound4321]

That looks beautiful

[@coleevans988]

Looks delicious 😍

[@TrYPaWnMEplz]

Look at the discipline and the manners. Real Japanese robots

[@kingbucky6]

He's so graceful

[@darkerthanblack9192]

I like the noises :)

[@xavineira9403]

I’m amazed by how talented he is

[@cedricjakob6235]

i have no idea what i just watch but it was mesmerizing