The Ultimate Guide to Negroni Week PH 2023

Negroni Week 2023 is just around the corner, and cocktail enthusiasts have much to look forward to. From September 18 to 24, thousands of venues from around the world will be putting one of the most iconic cocktails on center stage. This annual global celebration of the iconic Negroni cocktail has gained immense popularity in recent years, thanks in part to the viral video of ‘House of the Dragon’ star Emma D’Arcy naming the Negroni Sbagliato with Prosecco as their drink of choice. 

The Negroni originated over a century ago in Florence, Italy. Count Camilo Negroni asked bartender Fosco Scarselli to give his beloved Americano an upgrade. Scarselli substituted the soda water and lemon twist with a splash of gin and an orange slice, and the Negroni was born.

While Italians typically enjoy Negronis before dinner, at DrinkManila, we think it’s a great drink anytime of day. This classic cocktail, made with equal parts gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari, offers endless possibilities for creative interpretations by talented bartenders.

Negroni Week isn’t just about raising our glasses to one of the most iconic cocktails in the world, it’s also about giving back. Created in 2013 by Imbibe Magazine and Campari with the purpose to raise money for charitable causes around the world, Negroni Week has grown to include over 10,000 participating bars and restaurants in over 70 countries and has raised over $4 million for charitable donations to date. Slow Food has been chosen as this year’s giving partner for the second year. An organization that focuses on sustainability, education, equity, and diversity within the hospitality industry, Slow Food is a fitting partner for the initiative. 

Negroni Week has found a warm welcome in the Philippines, with 100 establishments across the country participating in the annual celebration this year. From Manila to Cebu and beyond, bars and restaurants all over the Philippines will be joining in the festivities. For 2023, there will be a local competition, where the bar that sells the most Negronis during the week-long celebration will receive Php 50,000.00. 

The week-long event is going to be a Negroni extravaganza. Expect special Negroni menus with creative drinks that cater to diverse palates. Experienced and new drinkers can enjoy and explore more than just the classic Negroni, as each participating bar features a barrel-aged Negroni, as well as a playful riff off the classic recipe. It’s tempting to check out all the bars just to try their variations. 

Here’s the full list of participating establishments for Negroni Week 2023:

GREATER MANILA AREA

CITY OF MANILA

1. Ruby Wong’s Godown
2. Coconut Grove
3. Unspoken 
4. IMPLSV

SAN JUAN 

1. The Deck
2. Kona Bar

MANDALUYONG

1. EDSA Beverage Design Group

MAKATI

1. Kobejonesph
2. Pardon My French 
3. Spritz Makati
4. Modern Table Capitol Commons
5. Sari Sari Speakeasy Bar
6. Bourbon New Orleans PH
7. Maillard Restaurant 
8. Guilt_ph Poblacion
9. Banter and Jive
10. West 103
11. BAR55 Poblacion
12. Polilya 
13. OTO
14. Kampai
15. The Spirits Library 
16. MamSer!
17. WYP – What’s Your Poison
18. Japonesa 
19. The Curator Coffee and Cocktails 
20. Benjarong Dusit Thani Manila 
21. The Pantry Dusit Thani Manila 
22. The Blind Pig
23. Makati Diamond Residences
24. Fat Cat Jazz
25. Holiday Inn & Suites Makati
26. Bar 10 Four
27. Mansion Sports Bar and Lounge
28. NaVi
29. Crowbar Mobile
30. A’Toda Madre Tequila Bar 

TAGUIG 

1. Grand Hyatt Manila
2. Manduca Taberna
3. Electric Garden
4. Refuge BGC
5. Out of Office 
6. The Attic Bar
7. iPong Manila 
8. RUE Forbestown, BGC
9. The Back Room
10. Fauna MNL
11. O2 Rooftop Bar 

PASIG

1. Southbank Cafe + Lounge – Estancia
2. ALC Bistro
3. The Roof Joy Nostalg Hotel & Suites
4. Tata’s Cocktail Kariton
5. Moonshine Public Urban Bar
6. My Happy Hour
7. The Lotus Gin Room 

MARIKINA 

1. The After Five 
2. Leo Sea House
3. Bar by East

PASAY 

1. Manila Marriott Hotel – GreatRoom
2. C Lounge
3. Madison Loung Bar 

MUNTINLUPA

1. Southbank Cafe + Lounge

PARANAQUE 

1. Beverage Team 

NORTH LUZON

PAMPANGA 

1. Blackfish Cocktail Bar 

LA UNION

1. Kermit La Union 
2. La Kantina
3. The Ugly Bar LU
4. Clean Beach Coffee
5. The Lark 
6. The Shrine of Satisfaction 

BENGUET

1. Eunoia Kitchen + Lounge 

CALABARZON

RIZAL

1. Perot Resto Bar and Grill
2. Sanctuary Liquor Profiles

VISAYAS 

CEBU 

1. Glassroom 
2. Sevii Dining & Drinks 
3. Mott 32 | Cebu 
4. Abli Cebu 
5. Luna Bar + Tapas
6. The Salty Wharf 
7. Aqua at Shangri-La Mactan 
8. Cowrie Cove at Shangri-La Mactan
9. Shake & Strain PH
10. Harina by: Mimosas 
11. Trademark Cebu 
12. Marble + Grain Steakhouse 

AKLAN 

1. Rainbow Cafe and Lounge

LEYTE

1. Giuseppe’s

MINDANAO 

DAVAO DEL SUR

1. Botanica

MISAMIS ORIENTAL 

1. The Oak Room 

SURIGAO DEL NORTE (SIARGAO)

1. Manu
2. La Mesa Siargao Restaurant 
3. KYMA 

CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES

• September 18 – Opening Party at Out of Office, BGC
• September 19 – Bar Takeover at Electric Garden BGC
• September 20 – Bar Takeover at La Piazza, Okada Manila
• September 21 – Masterclass and Guest Shift at Shangri-La at the Fort
• September 22 – Bar Takeover at La Kantina, La Union
• September 23 – Bar Takeover at The Ugly Bar, La Union
• September 24 – Bar Takeover at La Kantina, La Union
• September 29 – Closing Party at Mott 32 | Cebu 

Negroni Week 2023 will run from September 18 to 24. It promises to be a memorable celebration of cocktail culture and charity. Whether you’re a seasoned imbiber or someone who is starting to appreciate a well-crafted drink, Negroni Week offers an opportunity to indulge in delicious cocktails while making a positive impact. So, mark your calendar, gather your friends,  and embark on a Negroni adventure. Raise your glass and let the Negroni Week festivities begin!

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Cover image from Campari PH