Tatum Ancheta

5 days ago | drinkcollectiv.com | Tatum Ancheta

Nikka Whisky’s core portfolio I Photo by Star SabrosoAward-winning Nikka Whisky, founded in 1934 by the legendary Masataka Taketsuru, is a pioneer in Japanese whisky. While you may have already seen Nikka’s products in Manila’s leading bars, this June officially marks its debut in the Philippines, exclusively distributed by Grand Cru Wines and Spirits, with a series of exclusive tasting events.

6 days ago | drinkcollectiv.com | Tatum Ancheta

Wing Lei Bar I Photo courtesy of Wynn PalaceFor the first time, the highly anticipated Oscars of the drink world, Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025 awards ceremony, is landing in Macau on July 15. Wynn Macau and Wynn Palace are at the heart of this year’s festivities, marking the tenth edition of these prestigious awards. People from the bar industry worldwide are in for a treat with a dizzying week full of events.

1 week ago | drinkcollectiv.com | Tatum Ancheta

The Grasshopper Bar’s new cocktails I Photo by Star Sabroso The concept of creating a “sense of place” in a bar is becoming increasingly popular. Bars in Tokyo, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Beijing, and Singapore have long embraced local ingredients to craft drinks that are both enjoyable and educational. Across Asia and beyond, more bars are now focusing on ingredients and narratives that tell the story of the place they’re in.

1 week ago | drinkcollectiv.com | Tatum Ancheta

Photo courtesy of Dr. Fern’s Gin ParlourHong Kong’s bar scene is always shifting—new spots opening, others closing, and some making comebacks. This season, a familiar name is returning to the spotlight.  Gin aficionados can now once again get a prescription at Dr. Fern’s Gin Parlour, the speakeasy-style bar named after the fictional Dr. Robben Fern. In January, the bar closed its landmark location after eight years. It is known for its tiny, medical clinic-style doors that add a quirky charm.

2 weeks ago | drinkcollectiv.com | Tatum Ancheta

Somewhere Quiet I Photo by Star Sabroso Ever been to Uptown’s clubbing scene in BGC and felt like escaping the noise after a night of clubbing? Now there’s Somewhere Quiet, the new speakeasy-style spot that’s not quite as quiet as the name suggests, but it’s definitely a different scene. Sure, the music can get loud when the crowd arrives after 9pm, but it’s a much-needed break from the club-hopping chaos.