Five places to get your craft beer fix in Metro Manila

Nowadays, there is more to drinking than just chugging down a bottle of “fizzy, yellow beer.”  That’s welcome change, right? It’s 2016, and we’re all about educating the tastebuds and appreciating flavors from around the country and the rest of the world. It’s not too late to join the craft beer revolution. Really, once you go craft, you will never go back.

Here are the places where you can get your bottle of craft beer:

 

1. The Bottle Shop

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The Bottleshop is one of the gamechangers in the craft beer scene in the Philippines. Hands-on owner Jim Araneta was among the pioneers who started importing beer from US, Belgium and other countries. There’s a wide range of local brews to choose from, too. The Bottleshop attracts drinkers and brewers of all ages, plus the servers are really friendly and knowledgable about the drinks. Do drop by and don’t be shy to say hi to the beer-loving crowd. G/F, Tritan Ventures Building, Paseo De Magallanes, Magallanes, Makati (Also with branches in BGC and Santa Rosa); +63 2 895 6175, Facebook. Daily, 11am-2pm

 

2. The Booze Shop

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For nights when you just want to grab a bottle and go, the Booze Shop in Jupiter St. is a good idea. Bonus: aside from craft beer, The Booze Shop also carries an awesome selection of other bottled drinks ( tequila, anyone?). It’s also a good place to get your supply for a party. With all the choices they offer, you’re sure to find something you like. Jupiter St., Barangay Bel-air, Makati; +632 895 7179, Facebook

 

3. Perfect Pint

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The Perfect Pint is a sweet marriage between good food and good drinks. Beginners in the craft beer scene will have no problem fitting right in. The Perfect Pint has a sampler set which allows diners to try different beers from different brewers. It’s a very chill place, bringing in the entire family for a casual Sunday night dinner shouldn’t be a problem. Molito Commercial Complex, Alabang; +63 2  8159975, Facebook

 

4. The Black Pig

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The Black Pig is a nice place for a first date. The food is amazing (You must try the hundred-peso tacos!). It’s not too hard to imagine a meal with a long conversation in this comfy restaurant with a nice crowd. Tip: It’s best to get a reservation if you’re going. The place does get packed sometimes. Commerce Center Building, Filinvest Ave. cor., E Asia Dr, Filinvest Corporate City, Alabang, Muntinlupa; +63 2 2469069 ext:481, Facebook. 

 

5. Gilmore Wines and Spirits

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One of the problems of living in QC is (let’s admit it) the lack of places to get good beer. Worry not, North peeps, Gilmore Wines and Spirits is here. Conveniently located at, well Gilmore, this store has a mean collection of whiskey, wines, and of course, craft beer. It’s a  good place to get something for a Friday night at home.  Pecton Building, 17 Gilmore Avenue, Barangay Valencia, New Manila, Quezon City; +63 2 390 0932, Facebook. Daily, 10am-10pm



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