When it comes to flavors that turn heads and ignite nostalgia, nothing quite matches the beloved ube liqueur (yes, the iconic purple) from the Philippines. Now, imagine that velvety richness turned into a spirit that delights at first sip and leaves you questioning why you’ve spent so long without it.
Let’s cut to the chase
if you haven’t tried Ube Alcohol yet, you’re really missing a game-changer that’s both bold and sweet. Ube, known for its striking purple color and subtly sweet, earthy taste, has been a beloved ingredient in Filipino desserts for ages. But now, it’s not just the halo-halo that’s stealing the spotlight. It’s the delightful drink that’s making its way into cocktails, desserts, and late-night indulgences that make you feel like royalty.
II. How to Enjoy Ube Cream Liqueur?
Now, let’s not reduce Ube Cream Liqueur to just a straight-up sipper (although it does that beautifully). Here are a few cocktails to elevate your drinking experience.
Ube Cream Fiesta
Source: Ube Cream Liqueur The Ube Cream Fiesta Cocktail is a colorful and indulgent drink that showcases the unique flavors of Ube Cream Liqueur.
The Fiesta de Kanto cocktail is a vibrant and delicious drink that brings together the distinct flavors of Ube Cream Liqueur, Kanto Salted Caramel Vodka, coconut-washed rum, and smoked coconut milk.Here’s how to craft this enticing cocktail;
Recipe
60ml Ube Cream Liqueur
30ml Kanto Salted Caramel Vodka
20ml Coconut Washed Rum
30ml Smoked Coconut Milk
Garnish
Mint Leaves and Toasted Desiccated Coconut
Glassware
Rocks glass
Method
Throw and stir
The Fiesta de Kanto cocktail is a tribute to tropical flavors with a hint of luxury. Cheers to a celebration of delightful tastes!
III. Final Thought: Why Ube Cream Liqueur Deserves a Spot in Your Bar?
If your bar shelf is starting to look like the same old lineup of transparent bottles and unremarkable labels, it’s time for a change. It’s sweet but not too sweet, bold without being overbearing, and versatile enough to go from cocktail hour to after-dinner dessert in a heartbeat.
We all walk down memory lane every now and then. Feeling nostalgic is a comforting, bittersweet feeling. Memories from your first sip of alcohol, to being allowed by your folks to attend your first open party with friends, or chatting with your crush on Y!M during your youth days are some recorded experiences that we visit in our minds during quiet times or moments of introspection. What memories do you like going back to?
Trends from the past have been coming alive today. Year 2000s fashion, reboots of old movies, vintage film cameras, are all circulating simply because people equate these with memories from “simpler times”. As we recall the good old days, grab some of our top 5 best beers:
1. Heineken 330ml 6 Pack
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This is one of the world’s most famous beers for a reason. Heineken is truly the most international beer with its presence in 192 countries! With a 5% ABV, Heineken has a crisp balanced taste, a testament to its all natural ingredients and 28 day brewing process. Whenever you say CHEERS with a Heineken, there are 25,000 people around the world doing the same!
2. Crows Pale Ale 330ml Bundle of 4
This pale golden amber-colored craft is great for beginners venturing around the world of beer. Hoppiness in this beer is present in through the citrus and pine-like aromas from the hops and come through evidently over the malt. It’s a known American-style beer with 6% ABV.
3. Engkanto Double IPA 330ml
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From its mouthfeel to its exploding flavors, this craft beer is one of the most exciting and one of the best choices of Filipinos. This craft beer is over 8% ABV, the intense blend of citrus and passionfruit makes this drink addicting. Try pairing this with some sizzling sisig. Thank us later.
4. Crazy Carabao Variety Pack #1
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This variety pack comes with (2) Golden Ale, (2) IPA, (2) Pilsner. Perfect for an e-numan or a chill night with your family while on lockdown. The Golden ale is a light, refreshing and cleansing ale that’s brewed with a great balance of pale malt and Australian hops. With light, fruity and floral tastes and aromas, this is an easy Golden Ale to sit back with and enjoy.
The IPA has tastes of intense tropical fruit notes from several North American hops and big British malts that provide sweetness up front followed by a cleansing bitter finish.
It’s very aromatic from a good dose of dry hopping. While the Pilsner has lightly toasted malt flavors underscore noble hop characters bringing out floral aromatic and spicy herbal notes. Dry hopped for a touch of bergamot zest and lemongrass. This Pilsner is how beers should be made.
5. Smirnoff Mule 330ml Bucket 5+1
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This is a combination of vodka, ginger beer, and lime mix; carbonated so you get that taste of beer or soda while drinking. It’s a ready to drink alcohol beverage inspired by the Moscow Mule cocktail. It gives the perfect buzz for a chill night and a refreshing drink on a hot summer day.
Grab any of those beers and reminisce the simpler times while listening to throwback songs in the background. We put together a playlist for your next Saturday slowdown with Boozy!
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