Recipe Whisky Cocktail 7th Day of Christmas by Neema Valeros Today’s Christmas countdown cocktail, 7th Day of Christmas, is courtesy of The Spirit Library’s Neema Valeros. Here’s her cheeky cocktail description: On the 7th day of Christmas my true love gave to me: 7 Lebanese spices 6 pointed snowflake 5 ingredient cocktail 4 Grain Whiskey of Koval 3 major lockdowns 2 years of pandemic and 1 stiff drink … Read More
Cocktail Low-ABV Cocktail Red Cocktail by Ian James Osillo Up next on our countdown to Christmas is Campari Philippines Brand Ambassador Ian James Osillo. This cheery cocktail, aptly called Red, is inspired by the color most associated with Christmas. “It is also a representation of optimism, courage, confidence, and passion. Traits that are very important for the recovery of our beloved food and beverage industry,” Ian shares. Ingredients: 30 … Read More
Recipe Vodka Cocktail Regalo ng Tatlong Hari by Kalel Demetrio We’ve tapped a few bartenders as well as a couple of brand ambassadors to create this year’s batch of holiday cocktails. We’re counting down to Christmas in Simbang Gabi style, as we’ve got 9 cocktails in store for your holiday drinking pleasure. We’re starting with the Liquido Maestro himself, Destileriya Barako and Agimat at Ugat’s Kalel Demetrio. His cocktail Regalo … Read More
Gin Cocktail Recipe DrinkManila Christmas Cocktail: Okinawa 25 To celebrate this year’s Christmas season, we’ve whipped up a cocktail to bring out all the holiday feels. Okinawa 25 is a complex cocktail that grows on you. It has a pome fruit complexity, deep sweetness, with notes of green pear and just a touch of Chardonnay, and a surprisingly floral finish. Take a few sips to really appreciate the … Read More
Recipe Get into the Holiday Spirit with these Christmas-themed Drinks It may be cold and dark right now, but don’t let that dampen your mood. We’ve compiled a list of Christmas drinks to help keep you in the holiday spirit. From sweet concoctions to cool cocktails, you’ll feel both naughty and nice with these recipes. 1) Santa Claus A combination of sweetness and tartness like a combo of naughty and … Read More
Gin Cocktail Recipe Hulog ng Langit, Recipe by Icy Mariñas Recipe by DrinkManila’s Resident Mixologist Icy Mariñas Inspired by the popular song Himig ng Pasko sang by APO Hiking Society and covered by other Filipino artist. “Just like the first few lines of the song. ‘Malamig ang simoy ng hangin. Masaya ang bawat damdamin…’ The song describes how I feel when the cold Christmas breeze starts, you’ll instantly smell my … Read More
Cocktail Recipe Whisky Cocktail Bisperas, Recipe by Lawrence Christopher Gabriel Recipe by Lawrence Christopher Gabriel Head Bartender at Cigar Bar and Poker Room, Solaire Resort and Casino (Entertainment City, 1 Aseana Ave, Parañaque, 1701 Metro Manila) The recipe takes inspiration from the Christmas song Pasko na Naman. Often played as the final song during the last Simbang Gabi or Misa de Aguinaldo, this song is composed by Felipe de Leon … Read More
Recipe Whisky Cocktail Sales, Recipe by Ian James Osillo Recipe by Ian James Osillo Bar Manager at Cicchetti, Mandalay Whisky and Cigars, and The Belle and Dragon This recipe is inspired by the popular children Christmas song Mano Po Ninong, Mano Po Ninang. It has a delicious aroma of burnt marshmallow, it has a creamy smooth texture, and a spice and whisky note finish. “The song Mano Po Ninong, … Read More
Recipe Whisky Cocktail Sabsaban, Recipe by Abigael Quilal-lan Recipe by Abigael Quilal-lan Bartender at ABV (Basement Floor, 1209, 22 Jupiter, Makati City) Pasko Na Sinta ko is a romantic Christmas song popularized by the Filipino singer Gary Valenciano and is the inspiration for this drink. Contrast to the sad theme of the song, this drink will brighten up your gloomy holiday. It has comforting aromas of pandan and … Read More
Recipe Whisky Cocktail Purple-luscious, Recipe by Joey Cerdinia Recipe by Joey Cerdinia The cocktail takes inspiration from the song Ang Pasko ay Sumapit. Originally composed by Cebuanos Vicente D. Rubi and Mariano Vestil in 1933 as Kasadya ning Táknaa (How Blissful is this Season), Ang Pasko ay Sumapit was then translated into Tagalog lyrics by Philippine National Artist Levi Celerio during the 1950s. The song still resonates in … Read More