Pamasko, Recipe by Louise Lloyd L. Oliverio Recipe by Louise Lloyd L. Oliverio Bartender at Edge, Discovery Primea (6749 Ayala Ave, Makati City) Taking inspiration from the popular carolers’ song Sa Maybahay ang Aming Batì, this cocktail gets its flavors from hamon and queso de bola. “Ham and queso de bola is always present during the Christmas season, most especially in our house. We usually get it … Read More
Shades of Christmas, Recipe by Niño Cruz Recipe by Niño Cruz Bacardi Philippines Ambassador This cocktail recipe is inspired by the Filipino Christmas song Miss Kita Kung Christmas, sang by Susan Fuentes and also popularized by Filipino singer Rico J. Puno. “My Inspiration for this cocktail recipe are the people from the food and beverage industry working abroad or aboard a cruise ship. Our colleagues overseas sacrifice … Read More
Carol, Recipe by Ralph Allen B. Santos Bartender at The Spirits Library Inspired by the song Paskong Anong Saya (Bati Nami’y Merry Christmas), Ralph created Carol for DrinkManila.com’s special recipes based on Filipino Christmas songs. “I named the drink Carol, after the name of my late mother, who loves to make Buko Pandan dessert every Christmas. Buko Pandan is a traditional dessert in our family, and it … Read More
Bibingcolada, Recipe by Cedric P. Cello Recipe by Cedric P. Cello Head Bartender at Nomu bar located inside Nomi Matcha, W City Center, corner 30th St, Taguig, Kalakhang Maynila Ced created this cocktail for DrinkManila Christmas recipes featuring Filipino popular Christmas songs and the drink is inspired by the song Misa de Gallo, composed by Philippine National Artist, the late Levi Celerio. “Misa de Gallo is … Read More
Ningning Ng Pasko, Recipe by Vanessa Rabadon Recipe by Vanessa Rabadon, head bartender Nokal Nokal’s head bartender Vanessa Rabadon created this nostalgic holiday cocktail recipe for DrinkManila.com. inspired by Ryan Cayabyab’s famous song Kumukutikutitap. Ningning Ng Pasko smells like freshly cooked ginataang ube (purple yam with coconut cream). The lemon balances the sweetness of the drink, making it an enjoyable sweet, sour, and creamy concoction. “Christmas in our household … Read More
Something Else Something Else is a mix of familiar flavors in a complex, yet harmonious cocktail. The strong cocoa notes of SelvaRey Rum (SelvaRey combines the Spanish words “selva,” meaning jungle, and “rey,” meaning king) bring the fruity flavors of orange and pineapple and the nutty orgeat together. The added hints of spice from the syrup and pepper and fresh minty notes … Read More
Candy Calamansi Cocktail This recipe is a great cocktail for afternoon happy hour. Surprise your friends with this sweet and sour Old Fashioned twist. Ingredients: 60 ml Bacardi 8 15 ml Calamansi Shrub 1 dash Orange Bitters Dehydrated calamansi wheels Directions: Chill glass with ice and set aside. Add all ingredients in a mixing glass, add ice, and stir Strain in a rock … Read More
Holistay BOYB (Bring Your Own Bottle) Staying in the city during the summer doesn’t have to be a drag. Liven up your staycation with this cocktail you can enjoy two ways. Use gin for a herbaceous drink or rum for a more profound sweetness. Mango and pineapple are summer flavors that come alive in this cocktail. The mango nectar adds the right amount of sweetness to … Read More
National Rum Punch Day Drink: Pirata Sail through the hot and humid summer with your friends with Pirata, a refreshing and boozy take on your usual fruit shake. The combination of watermelon and mint helps quench thirst amidst record high summer temperatures and cools the body down, while the rum will do its job and make any gathering into a full-blown party. Ingredients: 120 ml watermelon … Read More
Doña Mamas Inspired by the Finale Art File gallery and the women behind it, Doña Mamas was created by DrinkManila.com during the La Fuerza Party last March 1, 2018. This spirit-forward cocktail is easy to make but tastes very complex. It’s sweet, but not cloying, with a nutty finish brought out by the bitters and cookie syrup. Glass: Old Fashioned Glass Ice: … Read More