{"id":65575,"date":"2018-01-12T00:00:27","date_gmt":"2018-01-11T16:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/?p=65575"},"modified":"2019-03-06T08:17:14","modified_gmt":"2019-03-06T00:17:14","slug":"cocktails-over-300","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/cocktails-over-300\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Manila Bars that Serve Boozy Beverages Worth Breaking the Bank For"},"content":{"rendered":"

Splash the cash!<\/p>\n

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Many of you are entering the new year with fuller pockets – either from your Christmas bonuses or the countless Ang Paos\u00a0you received from those long-lost Ninongs and Ninangs who\u00a0only resurface\u00a0around the holidays. You could<\/em> save it for a rainy day – or you could\u00a0put down that bottle of Red Horse and make it rain!<\/p>\n

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Just this once, we’re setting aside our bargain-hunting ways by giving you a list of places around the Metro that serve superb drinks with price tags well over\u00a0\u20b1300.00! Alcohol may not solve your problems but, hey, neither will water or milk so treat yourself!<\/p>\n
Downtown and Halsted<\/a>\u00a0–\u00a0Burgos Circle<\/h2>\n
Downtown & Halsted is a\u00a0hip gastropub<\/strong>\u00a0that serves\u00a0a wide array of international comfort food<\/strong>.<\/strong>\u00a0Halsted is a street in Chicago and the Halted Sour\u00a0(\u20b1450)<\/strong> – a concoction of Monkey Shoulder whiskey, bitters, egg white, and kafir – is a fitting tribute to the robust and dynamic city. If you’re in the mood for something more unique, try the\u00a0Brunswick cocktail\u00a0(\u20b1350),\u00a0<\/strong>a mixture of Reyka vodka, dry wine, coriander, and strawberries.\u00a0<\/em>See the restaurant’s full feature<\/em>\u00a0here.<\/em><\/p>\n
Must tries:
\nLosers Weepers\u00a0(\u20b1350)<\/strong> –\u00a0 Titos vodka, solerno, rose syrup, rock melon juice
\nEast Side Elevation(\u20b1350)<\/strong> – Hendricks gin, fresh lime, kiwi, basil, balsamic vinegar<\/p>\n
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\nG\/F Unit 3&4 Forbeswood Parklane, Burgos Circle, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 809-1694<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Single Origin<\/a>\u00a0–\u00a0various branches<\/h2>\n
Single Origin is the spot where coffee and alcohol lovers find common ground<\/strong>. Apart from their hefty breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus, they also have an extensive beverage list\u00a0which includes specialty coffee and alcohol-based drinks. For just \u20b1400, you can customize your own Aviation Gin Martini!<\/strong> The choice of style is up to you: classic, dry, dirty, or a gimlet; you can also pick\u00a0from\u00a0a garnish of olives or a lemon twist.<\/em><\/p>\n
Must Tries<\/strong>:
\nReposado Margarita\u00a0(\u20b1300)<\/strong> –\u00a0Reposado Tequila, lime, Cointreau orange liqueur
\nStrawberry Rum Cooler\u00a0(\u20b1350)<\/strong> –\u00a0Muddled strawberry, Appleton Estate Rum, lemon, ginger ale
\nOld Kentucky (\u20b1400)<\/strong> –\u00a0Bulleit Bourbon, Cherry Heering liqueur, Angostura Bitters, orange juice<\/p>\n
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The Bowery NYC Comfort Food<\/a>\u00a0– Forbeswood<\/h2>\n
The Bowery is a\u00a024-hour hot spot for some of the best musical talents\u00a0<\/strong>in Manila.\u00a0\u00a0It\u2019s by the same group behind\u00a0Borough<\/a>, so you know the\u00a0NYC-inspired menu is on point.\u00a0The Bowery is famous for their brunch menu; on weekends and on holidays, if you’re feeling specially indulgent, order a cava-based\u00a0cocktail\u00a0from Bowery’s Sparkling Symphony!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n
Must Tries<\/strong>:
\nSwazerac\u00a0(\u20b1440)<\/strong> – Rittenhouse Rye whiskey, chocolate liqueur, Xocolatl Mole,
\nand orange cream bitters in an absinthe-laced glass
\nMargariri\u00a0(\u20b1300)<\/strong>\u00a0– fresh citrus margarita infused with apple vinegar, red wine floater,
\nserved in a salt-and-sugar-rimmed glass.
\nRed Sangria\u00a0(\u20b1440)<\/strong> – infused with fresh citrus, blackberries, blueberries and strawberries
\nWhite Peach Bellini\u00a0(\u20b1340)<\/strong> –\u00a0White peach puree, Creme De Peche, cava<\/p>\n
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\nForbeswood Heights, Forbes Town Center, Burgos Circle, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(0936) 929-6073<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The Belle & Dragon<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Legazpi Village<\/h2>\n
The Belle & Dragon is a gastropub that highlights Western & Asian cuisine<\/strong>, with dishes like\u00a0curry calamari\u00a0and\u00a0masala mac and cheese. They also offer a special selection of imported and local craft beers.\u00a0 Don’t miss out on their signature creations. While most of them are pretty affordable, they’ve got a couple of\u00a0cocktails that could be considered luxurious – both taste and price-wise!<\/em><\/p>\n
Must tries:<\/strong>
\nHot Bitch\u00a0(\u20b1322)<\/strong>\u00a0 – Don Papa rum with\u00a0chili and basil, ginger syrup, giner ale, lime juice, brown sugar
\nDirty Gold\u00a0(\u20b1322)<\/strong>\u00a0– American Honey liqeuer, Olmeca tequila, honey, lemon juice,\u00a0 cinnamon
\nBlack Money\u00a0(\u20b1322)\u00a0<\/strong> – Double Black whisky, lime juice, ginger syrup, mint leaves, lime wedge, ginger ale<\/p>\n
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\n<\/a>100 OPL Building, C Palanca Street, Legazpi Village, Makati
\n(02) 625 8828<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Refinery<\/a>\u00a0– various branches<\/h2>\n
Refinery is a\u00a0third\u00a0wave cafe\u00a0that serves\u00a0all-day breakfast and brunch\u00a0items, international comfort dishes, light meals\u00a0and specialty coffee\u2013but what sets it apart is that it also serves wine and cocktails. You can even customize your own Gin and Tonic<\/strong> with premium gin for\u00a0\u20b1375!\u00a0<\/strong>Their slushie-like\u00a0Frozen Sangria (\u20b1380)<\/strong> and classic Negroni\u00a0(\u20b1340)\u00a0<\/strong>are also quite excellent.<\/em><\/p>\n

\nMust tries:
\n<\/strong>Aperol Spritz\u00a0(\u20b1370)<\/strong> – aperol, sparkling wine, soda, garnished with orange
\nElderflower Cucumber Smash\u00a0(\u20b1395)<\/strong> \u00a0– St Germain elderflower liqueur, Bombay Sapphire, cucumber syrup, lime juice<\/p>\n
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Chotto Matte<\/a>\u00a0– Fort Bonifacio<\/h2>\n
Chotto Matte, which means \u201cwait a moment,\u201d is the Raintree Group’s newest concept.\u00a0<\/em>The Japanese whisky joint\u00a0offer fresh beats, cool cocktails, artisan Sake & the best Kakubin Highballs in town<\/strong>.\u00a0Their signature libations are wallet-friendly, save for a few standout showstoppers like the Modern Japan, Izakaya Old Fashioned, and Sensu\u00a0(all\u00a0\u20b1320).<\/em><\/p>\n
Must tries:
\nModern Japan\u00a0(\u20b1320) –\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>Bombay Sapphire gin, Shiso-infused shochu, Martini Bianco, pink ginger<\/em>
\nIzakaya Old Fashioned\u00a0(\u20b1320) – <\/em><\/strong>Suntory Blended Whisky, Sencha Tea Syrup, housemade orange bitters, orange peel, cherries<\/em>
\nSensu\u00a0(\u20b1320) – <\/em><\/strong>Melon-infused shochu, melon liqueur, gin, amaretto, egg white, housemade orange bitters<\/em><\/p>\n
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Reservations are not accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nNet Park Building, 5th Ave, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 752-5678<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
\u00a1Vengo!<\/a>\u00a0– Legazpi Village<\/h2>\n
\u00a1Vengo! is Taco Vengo’s Makati branch. The modern taqueria concept<\/strong> serves tacos, burritos and rice bowls. At night, the quiet neighborhood cafe transforms into an after-work watering hole. They serve some of the coolest cocktails in the Metro, two of which are Netflix-inspired: the\u00a0San Junipero (\u20b1350) <\/strong>– after the Black Mirror episode – is\u00a0tequila mixed with lemon juice, rose syrup, and egg white; while, the Allora Spritz\u00a0(\u20b1380)<\/strong>\u00a0is a nod to Master of None.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n
Must tries:<\/strong>
\nDaniel San\u00a0(\u20b1320)<\/strong>\u00a0Sake, watermelon shrub, watermelon cubes, soda water, shiso leaf
\nSweep The Leg\u00a0(\u20b1320)<\/strong>\u00a0Gin, cucumber, mint, lime, Orris water<\/p>\n
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
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\nCojuangco and Sons Bldg, C. Palanca cor Dela Rosa St, Legazpi Village, Makati<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
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78-53-86<\/a>\u00a0– White Plains<\/h2>\n
78-53-86 is a\u00a0jazz cafe filled with more than 10,000 vinyl records<\/strong>. Also on display is\u00a0owner Jay Amante’s vast collection of Japanese whisky. If you\u00a0couldn’t already tell\u00a0from\u00a0the\u00a0streamlined, no-frills menu (all their cocktails are\u00a0\u20b1400), they don’t mess around with the classics. This is the place to go if you want traditional drinks, done right.<\/em><\/p>\n
Must tries:<\/strong>
\nIn A Silent Way<\/strong>\u00a0(\u20b1400)<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>– Yamazaki Japanese whiskey, Goldschl\u00e4ger cinnamon schnapps,
\nCointreau orange liqueur, apple slices
\nMoscow Mule\u00a0(<\/strong>\u20b1400)<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>– vodka, ginger ale, freshly pounded ginger, lime juice<\/p>\n
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
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\n2\/F West, 42 Katipunan Ave, White Plains, Quezon City
\n(02) 819-9297<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
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Raging Bull Chophouse & Bar<\/a>\u00a0– ShangriLa at The Fort<\/h2>\n
Raging Bull is an American steakhouse and bar that offers a large selection of dry-aged beef or grain and grass-fed beef, customized to your preference.\u00a0They also serve other grilled items including seafood and gourmet comfort food but the real reason\u00a0you should visit is for their amazing bar.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n
Must tries:\u00a0<\/strong>
\nDirty Blue Blazer\u00a0(\u20b1450)\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>– <\/em>Buffalo Trace bourbon, Grand Marnier cordon rouge,
\nhomemade cassia syrup, orange bitters, dirty bitters
\nMaple and Bacon Manhattan<\/strong>\u00a0(\u20b1450)<\/strong>\u00a0– <\/em>Bacon fat wash Bulleit bourbon,
\nMancino Rosso vermouth, maple syrup, smokey bitters
\nWhisky Bull Sour\u00a0(\u20b1450)<\/strong>\u00a0– Four Roses bourbon,\u00a0Leyenda amontillado sherry, fresh lemon juice,
\nhomemade rosemary syrup, egg white, garnished with rosemary & cherry shrub<\/p>\n
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Reservations are recommended
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\n<\/a>Level 3 Shangri-La at the Fort, 30th Street cor 5th Ave,\u00a0Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 820-0888<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
ABV Cocktail and Absinthe Bar<\/a>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Jupiter St.<\/h2>\n
ABV or\u00a0Alcohol by Volume<\/a>\u00a0is an\u00a0underground bar<\/strong>\u00a0that\u2019s reminiscent of the secret lounges of the 1920\u2019s. They serve classic and signature craft cocktails using\u00a0local and imported premium alcohol. (Some centuries old!) The speakeasy is located behind the large wooden door inside Lazy Bastard which looks like an old school elevator.\u00a0<\/em>Fun fact:\u00a0ABV has the largest absinthe collection in town<\/strong> \u2013 over 30 bottles, from classic French-style absinthe pours to an absinthe fountain.<\/p>\n
Must tries:\u00a0<\/strong>
\nMezcal Mule (\u20b1520) –\u00a0<\/strong>Mezcal, calamansi, passion fruit syrup, ginger beer, served in a copper mule mug
\nHanky Monkey\u00a0\u00a0(\u20b1540) –\u00a0<\/strong>Monkey Shoulder Blended Scotch, Fernet Branca, homemade pickled banana-jackfruit syrup, lemon
\nHuckleberry Fizz\u00a0 (\u20b1630) –\u00a0<\/strong>Hendrick\u2019s Gin, super berry syrup, lime, lemon, homemade cranberry bitters, soda water, served fizzed<\/p>\n
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
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\n<\/a>Basement Level, Jupiter St. cor. Galaxy,\u00a0Bel-Air<\/a>, Makati
\n+63 917\u00a0520-1608<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Bank Bar<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 The Fort<\/h2>\n
Bank Bar is a top-shelf drinking den by The Moment Group. <\/strong>Here, you\u00a0\u201cinvest\u201d on\u00a0world-class service in a stunning and most unexpected setting.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Aside from\u00a0the extensive range of liquors, spirits, and cocktails,\u00a0they also serve delicious bar chow!\u00a0Try the\u00a0<\/span>Pink Slip<\/strong>\u00a0cocktail, <\/strong>a\u00a0mix\u00a0of\u00a0Blanco tequila, raspberries, barrel-aged apple cider vinegar, grapefruit juice, cucumber, crushed pink peppercorns, and local sea salt.<\/span><\/p>\n
Must tries:<\/strong>
\nTruffled Whiskey Sour –\u00a0<\/strong>triple-distilled Irish whiskey, fresh lemon, egg foam, and white truffle oil
\nSmoked Amaretto Flip<\/strong> – Amaretto egg foam with fresh lemon and smoked wood chips
\nMariang Bastos –\u00a0<\/strong>Don Papa, Cointreau, citrus mix, island bitters, overproof rum float, cherry, cinnamon<\/p>\n
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Reservations are accepted
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\nG\/F RCBC Corporate Center (inside 7\/11), 25th & 26th St.,\u00a0Fort Bonifacio,<\/a>Taguig<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The Bonbon Club<\/a> – Legazpi Village<\/h2>\n
The Bon Bon Club is no longer just a place to enjoy libations and good company. The hip neighborhood gin joint recently reopened last year as a full-fledged\u00a0barbershop and bar. While they are still dedicated to gin, they now offer other spirits serving everything from the classic to curated selections. It’s a great after-work or weekend spot with friends.<\/p>\n
Must tries:\u00a0<\/strong>
\nDr. Sylvius\u00a0\u00a0(\u20b1350)\u00a0<\/strong> –\u00a0black pepper-infused Bombay Sapphire gin, ginger lemongrass syrup,
\nCointreau orange liqueur, lime juice, apple juice
\nMadame Geneva\u00a0(\u20b1350)\u00a0<\/strong>– Ungava dry gin, pomelo, aloe vera
\nEarl of Milan\u00a0\u00a0(\u20b1550) –\u00a0<\/strong>Monkey 47 dry gin, oregano, Earl Grey tea<\/p>\n
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Reservations are not accepted<\/strong>
\nView menu<\/a>
\nView\u00a0their Instagram account
\n16 Tropical Palms, Gallardo St, Legazpi Village, Makati
\n(02) 801-4840<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
If you\u2019re not already enjoying the offline convenience of Booky, you can\u00a0download the app for FREE! Whether you\u2019re\u00a0on\u00a0iPhone<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Android<\/a>, you get\u00a0P1000\u00a0worth of savings\u00a0on us.<\/strong>\u00a0But why stop there? When you sign up for\u00a0BOOKY PRIME<\/a>, you can get up to\u00a0P15,000 worth\u00a0<\/strong>of Buy 1\u00a0Get 1 deals\u00a0<\/strong>and\u00a0unlimited discounts\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 all for just\u00a0P199 a month<\/strong>. With\u00a0this\u00a0much saved, you\u00a0might be able to\u00a0afford to treat yourself to any one of these bars\u00a0every month of 2018!<\/p>\n
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