Brand News Feature Cocktail Critters Supports the Bartending Community With Free Masks Mitchell Kai Lum, Bacardi brand ambassador for Southeast Asia, is a strong believer in paying it forward. “You do good, and maybe karma will have something good happen,” states Kai, who is also the creator and owner of Cocktail Critters, a quirky apparel brand that features unique designs that bring out the fun side of cocktails. Kai reveals that he … Read More
Events Drink-Related Online Events From April 29 to May 7 If you’ve been missing going out to your favorite bars and attending events, here’s a bit of good news. We’ve made a list of online tutorials and masterclasses, virtual bar shifts, interviews featuring VIPs in the bar industry, and other drink-related events happening online, which you can enjoy from the comfort of your home. April 29, Wednesday What: Coffee Cocktails … Read More
Recipe Rum Cocktail Bacardi Legacy finalist Ralph Allen Santos’ cocktail called “Calibre Ocho” Recipe by Ralph Allen Santos Kampai, Bartender What is the inspiration for the drink? Calibre means the quality of someone’s character, Ocho denotes my 8th year in the bar industry. I created Calibre Ocho during my lowest point as a bartender. This drink is inspired by having a good character regardless of circumstances you encounter. Your character defines the caliber … Read More
Recipe Rum Cocktail Bacardi Legacy 2018 PH Champion Jason “Haven” Hussein Ali’s cocktail called “Sueño” Recipe by Jason “haven” Hussein Ali OTO, Head Bartender What is the inspiration for the drink? It’s all about my ups and down being a bartender and not just a bartender. Also as a person, I had lots of second thought regarding the path that I’m taking. The strength that pushes me to move forward is not just my … Read More
Recipe Rum Cocktail Bacardi Legacy finalist Ian James Osillo’s savory cocktail called “Impulsive” Recipe by Ian James Osillo Head Bartender, The Exit What is the inspiration for the drink? Our day to day trials Tasting notes: Savory Glass used: Cocktail Garnish: Salt and Pepper, Islay Spray How to create the drink Ingredients: 45 ml Bacardi 8 22.5 ml Fresh Lime Juice 22.5 ml Chili Brown Sugar Syrup (1 cup water: 1 cup … Read More
Cocktail Cali-manly: Calamansi, Rum, and Pineapple Cocktail Recipe by Sam Webster Head bartender at Hooch, located at V Corporate Center, 125 L.P. Leviste Street, Makati City *Cali-manly is a sweet and tangy drink that goes down way too easily. Having a spike of Cobra Energy drink was a pleasant surprise too. A great pick me upper. Ingredients: 30 ml Bacardi 151 15 ml Manille Liqueur de Calamansi 45 ml … Read More