8 Drink Industry Personalities Share Why Singapore Makes Them Come Back for More Singapore is a hub for nightlife, drinks, and bars. Many bartenders from across the region, frequent Singapore for its bar shifts, events, festivals, and because of their passion for nightlife. The diversity and excitement of the scene, coupled with talents from around the world, make Singapore the hottest bar scene in Asia. For some, it is a place to always … Read More
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
Filipino Talents Guesting for the Singapore Cocktail Festival 2019 Now on its fifth year, the biggest cocktail showcase and celebration in Southeast Asia is set to have its most extensive program lineup so far, and we’re excited for Filipino talents scheduled to have their guest shifts during the festivity. Filipino bartenders from top bars in Manila will be featured during this exciting 9-day festival, showing off our talent in … Read More
The Best Bar in Asia Names a New Head Bartender Following the Departure of Filipino Bartender Cedric Mendoza PRESS RELEASE Manhattan, Asia’s Best Bar and World’s 3rd Best Bar, has named Sophia Kang as its new Head Bartender, following the departure of Cedric Mendoza who is taking on a new bartending role in Sydney. Born and raised in Incheon, South Korea, Sophia was part of the founding team of Manhattan, having joined the bar as Food & Beverage … Read More
Successful Filipino Bartender and Entrepreneur Joe Villanueva’s (The Wise King Hong Kong) Visit in Manila Photos by JP Sium Filipino entrepreneur and mixologist, Joe Villanueva of The Wise King Hong Kong visited the Philippines for a series of bar shifts early part of March. We were able to catch his guest shift at The Cigar Bar & Poker Room at Solaire Resort & Casino and his signature serves didn’t disappoint. Villanueva is known for his … Read More
Cheers to all the Filipina Women Behind the Bar! Today is International Women’s Day, and we’d like to give the spotlight to the female bartenders in our local drink industry. Get to know the women who work hard behind the stick to cater to your favorite drinks. Kathryn Eckstein Bar & Beverage Innovator Kath started in the cocktail industry when bartending is not something women pursue. She was 18 … Read More
Learn About Beringer Wines with Chief Winemaker Mark Beringer Napa Valley is famous the world over for its wines, and Beringer is the most famous of its wineries. When immigrants Jacob and his brother Frederick Beringer made their way to Napa Valley for its rocky hillside soil and fertile valley floor — so similar to the vineyards back home in Germany — little did they know that their passion … Read More
Hendrick’s Gin has appointed Charmaine Thio as its Brand Ambassador in Southeast Asia PRESS RELEASE Across the shores, cities and universes; the stars have aligned for the birth of our very own face of Hendrick’s for Southeast Asia – Charmaine Thio. When you chance upon this elixir extraordinaire, welcome her with open arms for she will regale you with tales both delightful and unusual. With her pocket full of peculiar tricks, Charmaine is … Read More
Mancino Vermouth’s Giancarlo Mancino on What Makes a Good Negroni World-renowned mixologist and founder of Mancino Vermouth Giancarlo Mancino was in town to mix excellent aperitivo at Finestra Italian Steakhouse’s Aperitivo Epico. DrinkManila caught up with him to talk about Negroni, one of Italy’s many gifts to the world, just in time for Negroni Week. What makes a good Negroni? You know people say that they like a gin and … Read More
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