Behind The Bar Glenfiddich appoints a New Brand Ambassador for Southeast Asia PRESS RELEASE–Confidence, creativity and entrepreneurial vigor define the character of the newly-appointed Brand Ambassador of Glenfiddich for Southeast Asia, Brett Bayly. These traits are well-align with the values that have defined and carried the team behind the world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whisky for the last 125 years. The 31-year-old is raring to show his mettle in this new … Read More
Bar Find Gallery by Chele: Local Flavors, Local Love Gallery by Chele, the newly opened restaurant of Manila-based Spanish chef Chele Gonzalez, has a warm and beautiful space complete with a bar, lounge, and restaurant. Touted as the next evolution of Gallery VASK, the internationally renowned restaurant that had opened in 2013, Gallery by Chele embraces its tropical Filipino and Southeast Asian milieu in presenting the region’s multifaceted flavors … Read More
Brand News ONE GIN NATION: Ginebra San Miguel Celebrates World Gin Day with a Bang We owe the Philippines’ top ranking in gin consumption – over 43% of the world gin market – to one brand: Ginebra San Miguel. For 184 years, Filipinos have been enjoying and sharing the country’s pioneering spirit, often through drinking sessions with “tagay” – where the group shares a common glass to be passed on and refilled as it goes … Read More
Brand News MONIN Beverage Innovation Director Andrea Fidora Breaks Down the Two Mentalities Influencing Today’s Cocktail Scene After a long day’s toil, there’s nothing like a cold cocktail to soothe the soul. The flavors, textures, and consistency of your beverage are the essence of what determines a good drink from a bad drink, but half the fun is in the impact of colors, container holder, and presentation. From decade to decade and era to era, beverage trends … Read More
Behind The Bar Lessons from Master Mixologist Sam Jeveons A couple of months ago, the Hong Kong-based mixologist Sam Jeveons hosted mixology classes at Center Play and Crystal Lounge City of Dreams and served some of his signature drinks. He shared some insights about modern bartending and talked about Nusa Caña, the world’s first tropical island white rum. “My passion has led me to train and talk about cocktails … Read More