Everything You Need to Know About the First Annual Malt Manila Whisky Festival Call us biased, but we believe that there are few things in life that are more fun than a whisky festival. We go for the unlimited tasting, the masterclasses with experts from all over the world, and the enlightening conversations with other people who love whisky, plus the chance to purchase bottles at a discounted price. The next big festival … Read More
The Art of Blending: A Japanese Whisky Masterclass at LIT Manila When LIT opened in Serendra in 2015, its mission was to shed light on Japanese whisky in Manila. We go there for the knowledgeable staff, the meticulously detailed menu descriptions, and the variety of serving options (including tasting portions, flights, highballs, and cocktails), plus the chance to try special and rare bottles that you won’t find anywhere else in the … Read More
Toast to Trade Glasses clinked away at a very well represented event hosted by the Wine Warehouse, the largest distributor of wine in the Philippines. Brand representatives, wine aficionados, and spectators alike basked in the free-flowing beverages from different regions of the world. Old World and New World wine, Champagne, Scottish and Japanese whiskey, Australian beers, various spirits, and distinct brands of coffee, … Read More
DRINKMANILA EVENT PICKS: March 3 – March 9 Magic Night Where: Rue Bourbon Bar & Restaurant, Unit G4, Home Depot, Julia Vargas, Ortigas When: March 3 (Friday) Time: 10:00 p.m. Rue Bourbon Ortigas welcomes March with a special treat for the ladies. In partnership with Hennessy and Skyy Vodka, they will open Magic Night this Friday. Think of Magic Mike, and that’s exactly what you’re getting. For P500 … Read More
DrinkManila Event Picks: Feb. 24-March 2, 2017 The Great British Festival When: Feb. 24 to Feb. 26, 2017 (Friday to Sunday) Where: 7th Ave. Bonifacio High Street, BGC Free admission The Great British Festival is back and bigger than ever as it takes over the entire Bonifacio High Street strip with food, drinks, and entertainment, plus photo opportunities with replicas of British landmarks and pop culture icons. … Read More
DrinkManila’s Event Picks for Feb. 17-23 #LoveScotch Bar Takeover at ABV Where: ABV, 22 Jupiter St., Makati When: Fri., Feb. 17, 2017 Time: 9 p.m. The #LoveScotch festival continues as two of Manila’s finest bartenders––Diageo brand ambassador Rian Asiddao and ABV’s Lester Ligon––concoct Scotch cocktails that will enhance your appreciation of the world’s favorite whisky. Wine Not? A Street Food and Wine Popup Where: The Red Light When: Feb. 17 – Feb. … Read More
Find New Ways to Appreciate Scotch Whisky This Month at #LoveScotch Events Now in its second year, the #LoveScotch global movement celebrates “the world’s favorite whisky” and challenges preconceived notions about drinking Scotch. Diageo’s Master of Whisky Ewan Gunn visited Manila to kick off the month-long #LoveScotch festival celebrating International Scotch Day (Feb. 10) with a master class at Oto Bar in Poblacion, Makati. “Everywhere you go, people know and love Scotch,” … Read More
DrinkManila’s Event Picks for Feb 10 to Feb 16: International Scotch Day, 10 Days of Art, and Valentine’s Day Speed Dating #LoveScotch Bar Takeover Where: Niner Ichi Nana BGC, Taguig When: Fri., Feb. 10, 2017 Time: 9 p.m. – 12 a.m. Celebrate International Scotch Day at Niner Ichi Nana with whisky cocktails whipped up by Diageo Reserve brand ambassador Rian Asiddao and Diageo World Class 2015 Southeast Asia finalist Mark Herrera. Art Fair Philippines: 10 Days of Art Where: various … Read More
Freida Pinto Leads #LoveScotch Global Movement for International Scotch Day in Manila International Scotch Day is on February 10—the birthday of Johnnie Walker pioneer Alexander Walker. For Diageo Philippines (Johnnie Walker, The Singleton), the holiday marks the beginning of a month-long series of #LoveScotch events celebrating the world’s favorite whisky and inspiring new Scotch-drinking traditions. The #LoveScotch global movement also encourages people to break their preconceived notions about the “correct” way to … Read More
DrinkManila’s Event Picks for Feb 3 to Feb 9 TNT Friday, Bar Candy at Foundry by Smith Butcher Where: Bar Candy at Foundry, The Plaza, Arya Residences, McKinley Pkwy, Taguig When: Feb. 3, 2017 Time: 9 p.m. Bar Candy is a new bar created by the owners of Smith Butcher and Grill Room so you can expect great food and craft cocktails. Signature drinks include Isla (Grey Goose, tropical … Read More