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A cocktail that turns whisky into coffee au lait has stayed in the minds of people who have visited dr. In this basement bar near Kaminarimon in Asakusa, whisky and cocktails take centre stage, and part of the pleasure is telling the bartender what you like and choosing a drink together. One guest asked for something sweet and left the choice to the bartender; another reported having a drink made to suit their preferences. You can decide what to order or ask the bartender to choose. It is a good fit for an evening when you want to talk through your tastes before settling on a drink.

For a whisky-led cocktail, the Tokyo Boulevardier is another option. One visitor singled it out as a Negroni made with Japanese whisky. Another said they enjoyed 3 cocktails based on Chita whisky, each paired with a different fruit. There is a different pleasure in choosing a particular whisky or cocktail style and savouring one drink, or trying several fruit-based variations.

Dine-in service is available, and reservations are accepted. Some reviewers have described the atmosphere as quiet and intimate. The bar is open Tuesday to Saturday from 18:00 until 2:00 the following day. It may suit an evening spent choosing a cocktail carefully or enjoying whisky in a calm setting.