Events The Best of Whisky Live Manila 2017 The biggest international whisky event, Whisky Live, was once again brought to Manila by Grand Cru Wine and Spirits to bring whisky enthusiasts together in a highly anticipated festival that we won’t soon forget. Held at Shangri-la at The Fort, the second year of the festival featured over 131 styles and flavors of whisky from all over the globe. Here’s … Read More
Tipple Tales 10 Tips for Making the Most of Whisky Live Manila 2017 The biggest international whisky event in the world returns to Manila for its second year. The Grand Cru Wines and Spirits, Inc. organizes Whisky Live Manila at the Shangri-La Hotel for this highly anticipated whisky tasting and sampling event. This year, taste over 131 different types of whisky, scotch, bourbon, and blends from all over the world variants of premium … Read More
Brand News #IAmWithAndy Contest Winners Thank you for sharing your photos on how you chill with Andy Cola using our hashtag #IAmWithAndy. We’ve chosen our favorite entries and here are the winners: The winner of the “Chill Dinner” experience for two (2) at Kartilya (BGC) plus Andy Cola goodies is Instagrammer eboymdonato. With @theandyplayer on hand, I'll be watching Cinema's cool misfits, anti-heroes & strange loners … Read More
Events What Went Down at the First Annual Malt Manila Whisky Festival The successful turnout of the whisky festival Malt Manila, proves that Philippines interest in whisky is growing. Held at the exclusive private membership club Manila House last March, the festival was crawling with curious whisky tasters and connoisseurs. Attendees sampled drams of whiskies from brands Port Charlotte; Ledaig 10 Year Old; Highland Park 12 Year Old and Dark Origins; … Read More
Brand News Malt Manila Contest Winner Thank you for sharing your love for whisky by joining our Malt Manila contest. We had so much fun choosing the creative photos shared on social media and we’ve chosen our favorite entries. The winner of two tickets to the First Annual Malt Manila Whisky Festival is Tara Cabullo @champagnedreams for her Kavalan Solist entry. Whisky is always perceived as … Read More
Brand News Win Two Tickets To The First Annual Malt Manila Whisky Festival DrinkManila is partnering with Malt Manila to give our readers a chance to win two tickets to the First Annual Malt Manila Whisky Festival. All you have to do is share a creative photo on Instagram of a whisky you enjoy—whether it’s a photo of a bottle, dram, or cocktail, what matters is that it’s a whisky you like. The winning entry gets … Read More
Events 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
Events 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
Events 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
Events Events Roundup: DrinkManila’s Event Picks of the Week (Nov. 18-25, 2016) A very special gin joint turns one year old; wine appreciation 101; a second-year anniversary party with comfort food, DJs, and a very late open bar; a Sunday pop-up for food, gifts, coffee, and booze; and a sake collaboration dinner are our event highlights this week. The Bonbon Club: La Bonbon Royale Address: G/F Tropical Palms, Gallardo St., Legaspi Village, … Read More