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
Brand News YES! Please draws inspiration from the ’90s for its latest cocktail offering It was a decade worth remembering, so it probably won’t come as a surprise to know that a lot of brands from retail, fashion, to speakeasy bars are drawing inspiration from its distinct pop culture. The internet changed how we would consume entertainment, and, if you grew up in the decade that seems rife for nostalgia these days, you’re in … Read More
Gin Cocktail Recipe Init to Gin-it Inspired by flavors of the Visayas, Init to Gin-It brings the deep fruity flavors of mangoes and pineapples together with local gin. Calamansi adds a touch of citrus to this rich yet refreshing cocktail, with a hint of freshness from the basil, a light bite from the coconut vinegar, and a sweet and nutty kiss from the Peanut Kisses. *DrinkManila’s … Read More
Low-ABV Cocktail Recipe Yani Mansi Alcopop Local citrus, calamansi, shines in this light fizzy alcopop. This drink highlights the sour tanginess of the calamansi balanced by the fruity earthy sweetness of local honey. The citrusy minty notes of lemongrass adds depth to this refreshing low-ABV alcopop that you can sip for hours on end. Ingredients: *Serves 2 3 inch lemongrass muddled 30 ml honey 60 ml Manille … Read More
Feature Tipple Tales Toast to a double celebration of Mother’s Day and World Cocktail Day with these special cocktail recipes created by bartenders from popular bars in Manila May 13 is the global celebration of World Cocktail Day which marks the publication date of the first definition of the word “cocktail.” The term “cocktail” was written by editor Harry Croswell on May 13, 1806, in response to a reader’s inquiry at the New York tabloid, The Balance and Columbian Repository. For 2018, May 13 falls on the second … 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
Gin Cocktail Recipe Insenso Ni Gaspar Recipe by Liquido Maestro Kalel Demetrio Part 2 of “Regalo ng Tatlong Hari” Cocktail series by Liquido Maestro Kalel Demetrio “This drink is inspired by seasonal fruits in the Philippines during Christmas such as longan, strawberry, fuji apple, and passion fruit. The drink has a base of Hendrick’s Gin and Vigan Basi. In the story of the Three Wise Men, Gaspar is the one who brought … Read More
Brand News DrinkManila’s Pop-Up Bar Serves Craft Cocktails and Refreshing Sparkling Mocktails Every Weekend at Mercato A great meal can only be made better by having great drinks with it. With that in mind, DrinkManila is stepping out of your screen and into real life with a pop-up bar at premier food and lifestyle market Mercato BGC to give you a taste of exciting craft cocktails straight from the recipe section of the DrinkManila website. The … Read More