Makati’s Bar Rouge Unveils “Cocktails With Character” Inspired by Real and Reel Personalities

Get ready to raise a glass to some of the most famous on- and offscreen personalities of our time with Bar Rouge’s new range of signature cocktails inspired by their unique tastes. This collection of cocktails pays tribute to the iconic flavors and styles of some of history’s most influential figures. From classic cocktails to modern twists, this collection offers a range of drinks perfectly suited for discerning palates. Whether you’re a fan of sweet, savory, or spicy flavors, there’s a cocktail that will delight your taste buds.

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Some of the famous personalities who inspired the cocktails include Pablo Picasso, Captain Jack Sparrow, Elvis Presley, and Marilyn Monroe. Each cocktail is crafted to reflect the personality and style of these icons, using ingredients that complement the distinct taste of whiskey, cognac, rum or gin, offering customers a unique drinking experience that would transport them to a different time and place:

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Picasso Sour – A modernist twist to the classic whiskey sour topped with a rendition of Picasso’s classic works with Buffalo Trace Bourbon Whisky, Lustau, lemon juice, honey, and egg white;

Adam’s Apple – A sweet as sin concoction that’ll tempt you to have more with Pierre Ferrand 1840 Cognac, Monin Fuji apple mix, mint, and peach bitters;

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Symphony – A harmonious homage to Beethoven and his favorite form of libation with Buffalo Trace Bourbon Whiskey, Graham’s Ruby Port Wine, Campari, and lemon bitters;

Mr. President – A flirty concoction featuring Marilyn Monroe’s favorite indulgence: chocolate with Sazerac, Mancino Rosso Vermouth, Mancino Chinato, and chocolate bitters;

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Blue Blazer – An ode to the fiery drink invented by the father of modern bartending Jerry Thomas with Maker’s Mark, Plantation OFTD, coffee liqueur, and orange bitters;

The King – A banana and coffee cocktail that pays tribute to the King of Rock’s favorite fruit, banana with Darkness 8 Years Whisky, banana liqueur, and coffee liqueur;

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Bohemian Rhapsody – A heady mix of flavors that are just as layered as the Queen front man with Smoky Joe Islay Whisky, lime juice, Earl Grey syrup, mint, and egg white;

Ahoy – Set sail to World’s End with this intoxicating mix of Plantation Isle of Fiji Rum, Plantation Barbados 5 Years Rum, Elderflower Liqueur, Amontillado Sherry, lime juice, and agave nectar; and

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Shaken, Not Stirred – Your night of espionage begins with this suave drink with Christian Drouin Gin, Mancino Secco Vermouth, and olive brine.

These signature cocktails inspired by famous personalities are now available at Bar Rouge in New World Makati Hotel.


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