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
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 Rum Cocktail Pamasko, Recipe by Louise Lloyd L. Oliverio Recipe by Louise Lloyd L. Oliverio Bartender at Edge, Discovery Primea (6749 Ayala Ave, Makati City) Taking inspiration from the popular carolers’ song Sa Maybahay ang Aming Batì, this cocktail gets its flavors from hamon and queso de bola. “Ham and queso de bola is always present during the Christmas season, most especially in our house. We usually get it … 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
Recipe Rum Cocktail Shades of Christmas, Recipe by Niño Cruz Recipe by Niño Cruz Bacardi Philippines Ambassador This cocktail recipe is inspired by the Filipino Christmas song Miss Kita Kung Christmas, sang by Susan Fuentes and also popularized by Filipino singer Rico J. Puno. “My Inspiration for this cocktail recipe are the people from the food and beverage industry working abroad or aboard a cruise ship. Our colleagues overseas sacrifice … Read More
Recipe Whisky Cocktail Black Forest, Recipe by Royce Pua Recipe by Royce Pua Bartender at William Grant & Sons and Prima Facie bar (a hidden speakeasy inside Vitto’s Wine Bar & Restaurant located at 114 Scout Lozano St., Tomas Morato, Quezon City (inside Vitto’s) This recipe is inspired by the Christmas song Sana Ngayong Pasko popularized by Ariel Rivera. The cocktail takes its flavors from a classic Black Forest … Read More
Recipe Rum Cocktail Bibingcolada, Recipe by Cedric P. Cello Recipe by Cedric P. Cello Head Bartender at Nomu bar located inside Nomi Matcha, W City Center, corner 30th St, Taguig, Kalakhang Maynila Ced created this cocktail for DrinkManila Christmas recipes featuring Filipino popular Christmas songs and the drink is inspired by the song Misa de Gallo, composed by Philippine National Artist, the late Levi Celerio. “Misa de Gallo is … Read More
Brandy Cocktail Recipe Pasalubong ni Santa, Christmas Cocktail Recipe by Lennon Aguilar Recipe by Lennon Aguilar / Bar Supervisor at Discovery Primea Since it’s the Christmas season, and you can practically hear bells, whistles, and Christmas tunes in every corner of the city, we’ve decided to round out top bartenders in Manila to create holiday cocktails inspired by popular Filipino Christmas songs. Inspired by the ’80s Filipino hit Christmas song Sa Paskong Darating … Read More
Recipe Vodka Cocktail Holiday Mule Cocktail Recipe by Janrev Masangkay 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 … Read More