It’s that time of year when the 50 Best gathers the top talent in the global drinks scene for the annual World’s 50 Best Bars ceremony. Scheduled for Tuesday, October 22, 2024, this year’s event will take place in Madrid for the first time. While we all eagerly await the big reveal of this year’s top bars, 50 Best has …

Kit Cheung and Joseph Cheung, founders of Tankyu Distillery and the makers of Hong Kong’s award-winning Perfume Trees Gin, are starting a new chapter in whisky and gin production in Higashikawa, Japan. Perfume Trees Gin was launched in 2018 with the goal of capturing the heart and soul of Hong Kong in a bottle, infusing it with botanical notes like …

Don Papa Rum recently brought its signature Tres Papas event to The Curator, one of the Philippines’ most acclaimed bars. This exclusive series features three standout bartenders who come together for a one-night-only experience, highlighting their skills while celebrating the unique and vibrant flavors of the Philippines. This year’s theme, Panghimagas—the Filipino word for “dessert”—takes guests on a journey through …

Tequila, the lively spirit with roots in Mexico’s Jalisco region, has become a global sensation, transforming any occasion into a fiesta. Whether it’s a classic margarita or a creative cocktail, tequila is more than a drink—it’s a celebration in a glass. The latest addition to this storied tradition, Patrón El Cielo, promises to elevate your tequila experience like never before, …

Get ready to toast to those endless summer days! Lemon-Dou, the Japanese-inspired chu-hai (lemon sour alcoholic drink) that has become a fan favorite, is back with a fresh and exhilarating new flavor that will make your summer drinks anything but dull. Say hello to Lemon-Dou Peach Lemon, a sensational new beverage that harmoniously blends the luscious sweetness of peaches with …

The recent national finals of the Patrón Perfectionists brought together industry insiders and enthusiasts at Mansion Sports Bar and Lounge in Makati City. The venue buzzed with excitement as attendees gathered to show their support to their favorite bartenders in one of the most prestigious cocktail competitions in the world. Find out more about this year’s Patrón Perfectionists top 10 …

This holiday season, Don Papa Rum, the epitome of Philippine premium single island rum, invites you on a journey to explore the marvels of Sugarlandia. Don Papa’s recent event at Baked Studios, Makati City, transformed the blank walls into the fantastical world of Sugarlandia in a celebration of flavors and passion. The sensorial adventure had stylized foliage mirrors the lush …

​​Get ready to sleigh the holiday season, Manila! As we gear up for festive frolics in the vibrant nightlife of our beloved city, there’s one buzzkill that threatens to rain on our parade: the dreaded traffic grind before the real party even begins. But fear not, my reveling comrades, for the Monkey Mixer Van is here to rescue the day! …

Embarking on an annual odyssey of taste, creativity, and storytelling, PATRÓN Perfectionists introduces an elevated realm of ingenuity, a fresh perspective on flavor, creativity, and storytelling, all rooted in the essence of PATRÓN Tequila. At its core, this initiative shines a spotlight on the relentless dedication of bartenders – the visionary navigators of our dynamic industry. The entry challenge for …

Get ready to embark on a sensory adventure as Johnnie Walker proudly unveils its latest masterpiece, the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Elusive Umami. This limited-edition release is an invitation to indulge your senses in a unique journey of flavor, crafted through the collaboration of renowned Chef Kei Kobayashi and Johnnie Walker’s Master Blender, Dr. Emma Walker, as they artfully capture …