Recipe by Joseph Anthony Apostol Beverage Innovation Executive – DaVinci Gourmet Philippines; Mix Generation Bar Services – Proprietor; Philippine Flair Underground – Founder “Christmas will always be the best when celebrating with the people we love. Putting together different ingredients in one drink is like bringing the family back together. For me, family is the one chance you have at …

Recipe by Janrev Masangkay, Bartender at Diamond Hotel Philippines located at Roxas Boulevard, Corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Manila “To make the holiday season twice as merry, I made a refreshing fruity mix of red cherry, lime, soda water, and cranberry. The addition of Grey Goose vodka and Remy Cointreau brings a kick to warm you through Christmas night.” – Janrev …

Recipe by Poch Ancheta, head bartender at Samba, Shangri-La at the Fort located at 30th Street Corner 5th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City Tasting Notes: It’s a Christmas Ramos Fizz! The drink has a piney aroma of rosemary with taste of a spiked lemon and lime sherbet. Ingredients: 50 ml Beefeater Gin 25 ml lemon juice 20 ml sugar syrup 20 ml cream 2 …

Recipe by Clayton Paul G. Munar, bar manager at Buddha Bar Manila located at PICAR Place, Kalayaan Ave. Brgy. Poblacion, Makati City “I loved the story of Santa Claus coming through the chimney tops on Christmas—I grew up in Baguio and our house had a chimney (it’s mandatory lol)—giving gifts while the children are asleep. And I loved more the story …

Recipe by Ian Serdick Libang, Bartender from Spirits Library “This cocktail is inspired by the classic mango graham cake. It’is for people who love to eat dessert before or even during dinner (you know who you are).” Glass used: tall glass Garnish: dried mangoes and graham powder Ice: tube/cube ice Ingredients: 45 ml Monkey Shoulder 20 ml homemade cream liqueur …

Recipe by Royce Pua, Bar Manager at 12/10 located at 7635 Guijo, San Antonio Village, Makati “The drink inspires summer weather and the Christmas season.” – Royce Ingredients: 2.5 oz watermelon water 1.5 oz shochu 1 oz lime .75 oz Giffard rose syrup   Glass: collins Garnish: watermelon wedge Ice: tube ice Directions: Combine everything in a shaker. Add ice …

Recipe by Vanessa Rabadon, head bartender at Kampai, located at the second floor of Tambai, 5779 Felipe, Makati City “The cocktail is inspired by my childhood days, when I used to hang socks on the door of my room during Christmas believing that Santa Claus would come and visit me while I was sleeping. Every Christmas morning I’d wake up …

Recipe by Icy Mariñas, DrinkManila.com’s Mixology Expert Tasting notes: Inspired by the favorite childhood treat S’mores, this drink brings to mind the burnt, sweet scent of fire-roasted marshmallows layered with chocolate and graham crackers. It’s a strong sipping drink for the adult who will always be a kid at heart. Ingredients: 45 ml Jack Daniel’s 10 ml Kahlúa 2 dashes …

Recipe by Sam Jeveons, mixologist at City of Dreams Manila This gentle and calm cocktail is inspired by the beauty of the flower that grows in North America. Glass used: LSA Martini Glass Garnish: star anise Ice used: cubes Ingredients: Absolut Mandarin vodka Passionfruit syrup Lemon juice Orange juice Directions: Add all ingredients in a shaker. Dry shake, add ice, and shake again until foamy. …

Recipe by Edriane Lim, senior bartender at ATLAS Singapore located at Parkview Square 600 North Bridge Road Singapore “I wanted to re-create the Brandy Alexander using flavors that are richer and nuttier.” – Edriane Ingredients: 45 ml VSOP cognac 30 ml full cream 15 ml Averna Amaro Siciliano 15 ml Frangelico Glass: coupé glass Garnish: cinnamon shavings on top and two …