It's going to be a wild Manila night in Dara Hong Kong!
Before the bar community heads to Macau for Asia's 50 Best Bars, Dara Hong Kong is hosting four guest bartenders for "A Night in Manila," a one-night-only takeover celebrating Philippine cocktail culture, on July 26, 2026.
Doors open at 7 PM and the event runs till late, which is bar-industry speak for make sure your schedule is clear the following morning.
Behind the bar for the night: Ian Libang of Malagihay Cocktail Club, Billy Ranchez of Analog, Sed Figueroa of BRB in Solaire Resort, and Richard Palabasan of Opal Bar. Dara's own Jay Brodit and Jon Bunoan complete the lineup.
Presented by Dara HK and Metabev HK, in partnership with the Philippine Cocktail Fiesta and Drink Collectiv, the event champions the Philippine bar scene on the regional stage.
A stacked list of drink brands is backing the night, including Eclipse Beverages, Baldoria Vermouth, Almave, Nixta Licor, Martingale Cognac, and Two Moons Distillery. With this sponsor lineup, cocktail possibilities are endless — but guests will have to wait and find out!
Aside from signature cocktails from each bartender, guests can also expect warm Filipino hospitality — one that's famous worldwide.
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Dara Hong Kong Guest Shift: A Night in Manila
Location: Dara, Shop 3, 5-6, G/F, Soho 189, 189 Queen’s Road, Sai Ying Pun
Date & Time: July 26, 2026, from 7 PM till late
