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
Afternoon Delight For something refreshing in the middle the day, sip on Afternoon Delight. Light and fresh, with invigorating spiciness of lemongrass and ginger at the back of the throat, just a touch of elderflower, this very low-ABV cocktail will perk you up. Add vodka or gin to spike it if you’re having one of those days. Ingredients: 30 ml elderflower liqueur … Read More
Periwinkle Lemonade Due to its magnificent natural blue color, the Blue Pea flower (Clitoria ternatea) has been a sought after ingredient behind the bar for quite a while now. Distillers love experimenting with it for their blue colored gins like Empress 1908, Brass Lion Butterfly Pea Gin, Six Dogs Blue, Ink Gin, and the local Sirena Blue Pea Gin. And Bartenders love … Read More
Rainy Day Cocktail: Kettle Weather Recipe by Kathrin Osmillo, Head Bartender, Oto, Poblacion A hot cocktail for the bed weather? Exactly what we need! Kat created this cocktail as a warming treat for the gloomy season. “After a night of mixing drinks behind the bar, I just want something comforting and makes use of leftover ingredients that would otherwise go to waste,” shares Kat. This … Read More
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
Super Nova Super Nova was created by DrinkManila.com for the La Fuerza Party last March 1, 2018, as inspired by the art gallery, Nova Gallery. This light, refreshing cocktail puts the particular sourness of the calamansi under the spotlight without being too tart. This low-abv cocktail is perfect for those who want to enjoy a cocktail without worrying about getting too buzzed. … Read More
Steal my Sunshine Summer is here and Steal my Sunshine is the perfect drink to welcome it. The mango sweetness reminds you sunny days, with that tart kick from the calamansi to bring you back to the present. Ingredients: 60 ml Paradise Mango Rum 15 ml Manille Calamansi Liqueur 20 ml Calamansi Shrub 10 ml Da vinci Tropical Passionfruit Directions: Place ingredients in … Read More
Bloody Espresso This long drink is a delightful beverage to enjoy on hot, humid afternoons or even cool evenings. The coffee liqueur is complemented by the sour cranberry juice, and the mint adds freshness. Inspired by Southern-style drinks, this drink has a sweet-tanginess to it with a coffee rush that will make you feel like the belle of the ball. We can … Read More
Sun Chase There are times we just want to get your drink on but don’t want to get hammered or deal with the bloat (like today, when you got a bit of sunshine after the storm). This low-calorie, low-ABV spritz is right up your alley. Fresh, citrusy, and bubbly, it hits all the right notes and you can have a few of … Read More
Papaya Pineapple Calamansi Wine Spritzer This spritz recipe combines papaya and pineapple to make a light and fruity, low ABV cocktail. It is a great choice for when you’re entertaining guests who are on a diet or those who are not your typical lushes. The fruits go well together, and the muddled papaya adds a hint of creaminess to a very light cocktail, while the … Read More