Our Bar Story
Lio Estate, El Nido PalawanManille Beach Bar, a part of the oldest distillery in the Philippines, Destileria Limtuaco & Co., Inc., showcases the essence of their spirits. Named after their flagship liqueur, Manille offers a local twist on beloved tropical drinks and original recipes by mixologist Larry Guevara. The bar complements its drinks with dishes infused with the company’s spirits. Expect a beachfront spot with a blend of local materials like bamboo and nipa, along with accents from the company’s spirit aging process using reclaimed oak barrels.
Destileria Limtuaco started with a mission to spotlight the local calamansi, creating the Manille Liqueur de Calamansi. This all-natural liqueur, derived from Mindoro’s finest calamansi, captures its vibrant essence without any added flavors or preservatives. Riding on its success, the company expanded with Manille Liqueur de Dalandan, supporting Philippine orange farmers in its production. Through these liqueurs, the company champions Mindoro’s calamansi and dalandan farmers.
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The Guinness Book of World Records named the Philippine mango the sweetest fruit back in 1995. Loved globally for its taste, it’s a hit among locals and a sought-after export. Destileria Limtuaco seized its seasonal availability to create the year-round pleasure of Paradise Mango Rum Liqueur. Made from premium aged rum and world-famous Philippine mangoes, this exotic liqueur captures the fruit’s luscious flavor, offering a taste of the tropical Philippines in every sip.
The name “PARADISE” embodies what the Philippines represents—a stunning haven with beautiful islands, sunny days, lush fields, and welcoming people. Paradise Mango Rum Liqueur reflects this essence with innovative packaging and incredible versatility. Enjoy it straight, chilled, or mixed into cocktails and dishes like the Island Paradise Salad. Its uniqueness led to it being chosen as the official drink of Palawan and Boracay Islands, and the national liquor of the Philippines.
Did you know that Amadeo, Cavite, is the coffee capital of the Philippines? One of the most popular types of Philippine coffee is barako (Liberica).
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Barako coffee, known for its robust flavor, is a rare Liberica variety grown in the Philippines. Alongside Barako, the country produces other coffee types like Robusta and Arabica, each offering distinct tastes. Amadeo Coffee Liqueur by Destileria Limtuaco blends these four Philippine coffee beans into a rich, flavor-packed espresso liqueur, perfect for sipping neat, with cream, or over ice cream. Its versatility extends to cooking, like the tantalizing Amadeo Beef Braised Short Ribs on their menu, promising a delightful taste that lingers and beckons for another sip or bite.
Ilocos Norte is a must-visit in the Philippines, offering rich heritage and natural wonders. Explore historic sites and breathtaking landscapes here. Don’t miss trying Ilocano delicacies like empanadas, bagnet, okoy, and longganisa—pork sausages that steal the show at any Ilocano table. Indulge in Manille Signature Nachos, a best seller featuring crunchy corn chips topped with fresh salsa, cheese sauce, and local pork sausage cooked with Imeldifique Cooking Wine.
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Imeldifique Cooking Wine, a collaboration with Ilocos Norte’s local government, stemmed from Senator Imee Marcos’ encounter with Ms. Olivia Limpe-Aw during IFEX 2015. This unique wine, based on sorghum spirit infused with native garlic, onions, and salt, captures the region’s sauté flavor. Made exclusively with Ilocos Norte ingredients, it enhances dishes effortlessly—ideal for marinating, sautéing, baking, frying, or adding to stews for that authentic ginisa taste and aroma, elevating everyday cooking with ease.