Brand News YES! Please draws inspiration from the ’90s for its latest cocktail offering It was a decade worth remembering, so it probably won’t come as a surprise to know that a lot of brands from retail, fashion, to speakeasy bars are drawing inspiration from its distinct pop culture. The internet changed how we would consume entertainment, and, if you grew up in the decade that seems rife for nostalgia these days, you’re in … Read More
Gin Cocktail Recipe Hulog ng Langit, Recipe by Icy Mariñas Recipe by DrinkManila’s Resident Mixologist Icy Mariñas Inspired by the popular song Himig ng Pasko sang by APO Hiking Society and covered by other Filipino artist. “Just like the first few lines of the song. ‘Malamig ang simoy ng hangin. Masaya ang bawat damdamin…’ The song describes how I feel when the cold Christmas breeze starts, you’ll instantly smell my … Read More
Recipe Whisky Cocktail Sales, Recipe by Ian James Osillo Recipe by Ian James Osillo Bar Manager at Cicchetti, Mandalay Whisky and Cigars, and The Belle and Dragon This recipe is inspired by the popular children Christmas song Mano Po Ninong, Mano Po Ninang. It has a delicious aroma of burnt marshmallow, it has a creamy smooth texture, and a spice and whisky note finish. “The song Mano Po Ninong, … Read More
Recipe Rum Cocktail 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
Recipe Rum Cocktail 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
Recipe Rum Cocktail 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
Recipe Rum Cocktail 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
Brandy Cocktail Recipe Pasalubong ni Santa, Christmas Cocktail Recipe by Lennon Aguilar Recipe by Lennon Aguilar / Bar Supervisor at Discovery Primea Since it’s the Christmas season, and you can practically hear bells, whistles, and Christmas tunes in every corner of the city, we’ve decided to round out top bartenders in Manila to create holiday cocktails inspired by popular Filipino Christmas songs. Inspired by the ’80s Filipino hit Christmas song Sa Paskong Darating … Read More
Brand News MONIN Beverage Innovation Director Andrea Fidora Breaks Down the Two Mentalities Influencing Today’s Cocktail Scene After a long day’s toil, there’s nothing like a cold cocktail to soothe the soul. The flavors, textures, and consistency of your beverage are the essence of what determines a good drink from a bad drink, but half the fun is in the impact of colors, container holder, and presentation. From decade to decade and era to era, beverage trends … Read More
Brandy Cocktail Recipe Deep Throat Oh, get your mind out of the gutter. It’s not that kind of drink! This cocktail shooter is so smooth and delicious, it slides easily down the throat. Deep Throat tastes smells and tastes like apple pie, it’s a perfect shooter to serve at gatherings. Ingredients: 30 ml Emperador Hot Shot 30 ml applesauce 15 ml lemon juice 10 ml … Read More