Bourbon for beginners
Scotch is the most consumed whisky in Asia (excluding India) and quite possibly will be dominant whisk(e)y for a long time. However, the past few years has seen the emergence of Bourbon penetrating the Asian markets and most notably in Japan. Note that I’m strictly speaking about Bourbon whiskey here and some may think that […]
Continue readingWhisky sold in plastic bottles
I happened to stumble upon this picture online today and it bothered me a bit. I was thinking why would any company SELL whisky in a plastic bottle? Likewise, why would anybody BUY whisky from a plastic bottle? First of all, packaging whisky in a plastic bottle is tacky and is not generally attractive to […]
Continue readingJoin the Whisky Society of Manila
Come join in on the fun! We host monthly whisky tastings, meetups and special events. Check out our facebook page and click the join button https://www.facebook.com/groups/whiskysocietyph/
Continue readingAll Whisky Needs Is Another Chance
A few months ago, a good friend refused to drink whisky and gloated about not touching hard liquor for years. His reason being is that he despises the taste, the burning sensation and everything that has to do with hard alcohol. Beer for him however is enjoyable and his drink of choice. He is a […]
Continue readingThe Whisky Society of Manila Presents: A Bruichladdich Single Malt Tasting Event
Our first sponsored tasting is now official and set to kick off next week. We’re proud to partner up with Mr. Joey Pineda of Rémy Cointreau Philippines to bring you the Bruichladdich Single Malt trio sampler – The Bruichladdich Classic, The Port Charlotte and The Octomore. This is no ordinary event as we’ll be having […]
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