Recipe Rum Cocktail Mi Familia Cocktail Recipe by Niňo Cruz Recipe by Niňo Cruz Trade Ambassador, Bacardi Martini Philippines Inc. “Christmas is special to our family since this is the only time of the year when my siblings and I get the chance to be together. During Christmas, my Mom would always make Mango Graham that we can’t replicate until now.” – Niňo Ingredients: 45 ml Bacardi 8 Year Old … Read More
Recipe Rum Cocktail Ginto Ni Melchor Recipe by Liquido Maestro Kalel Demetrio Part 3 of “Regalo ng Tatlong Hari” Cocktail series by Liquido Maestro Kalel Demetrio “Inspired by Pinoy’s penchant for chocolate during Christmas, this drink has our own cacao and tablea. This recipe is made with root and herb pumpkin spice rum, tablea, Bacardi 8 rum, Intramuros Cacao liqueur, and pandan syrup. Melchor, one of the biblical Magi, is the giver of … Read More
Lambanog Cocktail Recipe Very Berry Christmas Cocktail Recipe by Larry Guevara Recipe by Larry Guevara Bar Consultant/Bar Manager of Liquid Concepts Philippines and Manille Beach Bar “Christmas happens to be one of the most important celebrations for most Filipinos. Family reunions and Christmas parties are just some of the special gatherings that bond families and friends near and far. As an ode to the yuletide season with the focus on Filipino … Read More
Cocktail Krampus Cocktail Krampus is a horned half-goat, half-demon who eats children who misbehave. Inspired by the frightening Christmas Devil/Nightmare Santa, this sweet but peaty cocktail with a bitter finish that won’t quit is for those who seek to celebrate the season in non-traditional ways. Ingredients: 30 ml Bowmore whisky 30 ml sweet vermouth (Martini Rosso) charcoal powder (bought in Legaspi market) Directions: … Read More
Tipple Tales 12 Days of Christmas Craft Cocktails On average, there may be roughly two dozen Christmas carols in sporadic rotation in the playlist in our heads at any given time (I’m being very conservative with that estimate). There might be disputes as to which persistent seasonal tunes are in the top 10, but it’s a safe bet that “12 Days of Christmas” is in the top 20. … Read More
Cocktail The Grinch Sweet, sour, herbal, botanical with a hint of spice, this is not your familiar taste of Christmas. It’s very tart, so it does kind of remind you of the Grinch. Perfect for those grouchy, bah-humbug moments when you just want to drink and not be bothered with the holidays. Ingredients: 30 ml Midori 60 ml Pineapple juice 20 ml Green … Read More
Tipple Tales 8 Boozy Christmas Gift Ideas for People Who Love to Drink Alcohol If you usually give out socks or mugs for Christmas, it’s time to change it up a bit. Get into the holiday spirit—maybe even literally with spirits—with these gift ideas for people in your life who love a good tipple. Carter McGuyer Bar Tools, Crate & Barrel Crate & Barrel has always been a haven for Christmas shoppers. Skip … Read More
Cocktail Toma Collins Recipe by Cedric Cello Bartender Hooch bar is located at V Corporate Center, 125 L.P. Leviste Street, Makati City You don’t need to head to posh areas to get your cocktail fix. You can just head to your local sari-sari store and get yourself some local gin. This drink will change the way you look at gin bilog completely. It is infused with … Read More
Tipple Tales We Asked 8 Bartenders: What cocktail fills you with Christmas spirit? Eight mixologists and bartenders from Manila and Singapore share recipes for holiday cocktails that capture the spirit of the season. Take inspiration from these Christmas drinks guaranteed to bring your party some festive cheer: 1. Reena Rivera Bartender, Crackerjack (Singapore) “The cocktail that fills me up with Christmas spirit would definitely be a Sangria, the specific one I learned to … Read More
Mocktail Frozen Christmas Punch for Kids A straightforward apple-cherry slushie. The kids will love this fun serve over the holidays, and you’ll have the added bonus of enjoying a slushie made with Frozen merchandise. Make this kid-friendly party drink in a punch bowl and serve in small jam jars with straws. Ingredients: 1 bottle of Frozen Apple-Cherry Party Drink Grenadine Directions: Pile the shaved ice into a bowl, … Read More