Mumbai & Hyderabad, August 2026: KOKO continues to strengthen its line-up of global bar collaborations with Bee’s Knees, the acclaimed cocktail bar from Kyoto, Japan, for an exclusive two-city takeover across KOKO Hyderabad and KOKO Goregaon. Led by founder and bartender Keisuke Yamamoto (KSK), the collaboration will bring Bees Knees’ distinctive cocktail programme to Hyderabad on 20th August before making its way to Mumbai on 21st August.
Recognised for its intimate speakeasy setting, inventive cocktails and contemporary take on Japanese bartending, Bee’s Knees has established itself as one of Asia’s most celebrated cocktail bars. Ranked #76 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025 list, after placing #75 in 2024, #44 in 2023, #47 in 2022 and #18 in 2021, the bar first made its mark as the Highest New Entry at #21 in 2020. Through this collaboration, guests in both cities will have the opportunity to experience the bar’s signature creations, each reflecting the precision, balance and creativity that have made Bee’ Knees one of Japan’s most recognised cocktail destinations.
Speaking about the collaboration, Keenan Tham, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Pebble Street Hospitality, said:
“At KOKO, we’re committed to creating collaborations that introduce our guests to some of the world’s most exciting bar programmes. Every guest shift brings a different perspective on cocktail culture, and that’s what keeps these experiences fresh and relevant. Bee’s Knees has built a distinctive identity through its thoughtful approach to flavour and Japanese bartending, and we’re delighted to bring that to both Hyderabad and Mumbai.”
Created exclusively for the two evenings, the menu features a selection of Bee’s Knees’ signature cocktails. The Killer Bee combines Bombay Sapphire with sansho pepper, lemon, truffle honey and yuzu Tabasco, while the Umami Sea Mary brings together Grey Goose, chilli, katsuobushi, tomato water, hotate syrup and kombu solution. The Spicy Bamboo Roll features green chilli-infused Patrón Reposado, Mangoyan liqueur, mango purée, tomato water, yellow bell pepper, lemon juice, passion fruit and agave.
The line-up continues with the Bamboo Forest, combining Patrón Silver, white wine, basil, dill, sage, passion fruit, elderflower syrup and malic acid. Completing the menu is the Espresso ‘Kyo’tini, crafted with hoji tea-infused Dewar’s 12 Y.O., chocolate rum, coffee liqueur, PX Sherry, vanilla syrup and espresso. Each cocktail will be available exclusively during the takeover, offering guests in both cities the opportunity to discover Bee’s Knees’ acclaimed cocktail programme without travelling to Kyoto.
With each international collaboration, KOKO continues to build a platform that brings globally recognised bartenders and cocktail programmes to India. The Bee’s Knees association reflects the brand’s focus on showcasing diverse drinking cultures while creating opportunities for guests to discover new flavours, techniques and stories from some of the world’s most respected bars.
Event Details
When: 20th August, Thursday 2026
Where: KOKO Hyderabad, Ground Floor, RMZ Nexity, HITEC City
Timing: 8:30 PM onwards
Price: INR 1050 onwards
For Reservations: +91 9702244818
Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/kokohyderabad/
When: 21st August, Friday 2026
Where: KOKO Goregaon East, Mumbai, Avenue International Business Park, Oberoi Garden City
Timing: 8:30 PM onwards
Price: INR 1050 onwards
For Reservations: + 91 9152233712
Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/kokomumbai/
