Philippine Cocktail Week (PHCW), presented by Maya Black, has officially unveiled its full international lineup, confirming what is now the largest and most globally awarded gathering of cocktail bars ever hosted in the Philippines. The announcement places Manila firmly on the global cocktail map, bringing together an unprecedented mix of international prestige and local excellence within a single citywide celebration.
From February 5 to 8, 2026, the city will welcome a landmark collaboration between 28 of the world’s most celebrated cocktail bars and 28 of Manila’s finest local bars. Over the course of four nights, the event will unfold across four distinct neighborhoods, offering guests a dynamic and immersive way to experience the evolving cocktail culture of the capital.
Unlike traditional cocktail festivals that are often centered around a single venue or temporary showcase, Philippine Cocktail Week is conceived as a fully citywide experience. Events will take place across BGC, Legazpi Village, Makati Cinema Square, Poblacion and Jupiter, as well as Quezon City and San Juan. Each neighborhood plays a role in telling a broader story of Manila’s nightlife, hospitality, and creative identity.
“This is the first time Manila has welcomed this depth and caliber of international bar talent in a single week, working alongside local bars as collaborators,” said a representative from Philippine Cocktail Week. “Philippine Cocktail Week reflects a new chapter in Filipino hospitality, one where the city opens its doors with confidence, generosity, and a strong sense of identity.”
By designing the event as a multi-neighborhood journey rather than a centralized festival, Philippine Cocktail Week allows both locals and visitors to experience the city organically, within bars that already shape Manila’s nightlife scene.
One-night-Only Collaborations, Citywide
Across four nights, internationally acclaimed bars will step into Manila and work alongside local bars to create menus and experiences that exist for one night only. Each collaboration is designed as a creative exchange, where global perspectives meet Filipino hospitality on equal footing. These limited engagements ensure that no two nights are the same, encouraging exploration and repeat visits throughout the week.
The international lineup brings together some of the most respected names in the global cocktail scene, many of whom have been consistently recognized by The World’s 50 Best Bars and Asia’s 50 Best Bars. Among the confirmed participants are COA from Hong Kong, Vesper from Bangkok, Bar Us from Bangkok, Zest from Seoul, Virtù from Tokyo, Hope & Sesame from Guangzhou, and Dry Wave Cocktail Studio from Bangkok. Together, these bars represent decades of collective recognition, craftsmanship, and influence within the global industry.
Rather than functioning as guest takeovers, each pairing is framed as a true collaboration. International bartenders and local teams will work together within established Manila bars, ensuring that each experience remains rooted in the city while benefiting from global expertise.
Further details, including international and local bar pairings as well as guest bartenders, are available via @philippinecocktailweek on Instagram.
An Elevated Way to Experience Philippine Cocktail Week
With Maya Black onboard as presenting partner, Philippine Cocktail Week is positioned as an elevated lifestyle experience. Cardholders can enjoy 20 percent cashback at all participating bars, alongside exclusive perks and seamless payment options that enhance the overall experience.
“We created Maya Black to give our customers experiences that feel personal, elevated, and worth remembering,” said Pepe Torres, Chief Marketing Officer of Maya. “Philippine Cocktail Week reflects the best of modern Filipino hospitality, and we’re proud to support an event that positions Manila confidently on the global stage.”
The partnership reinforces the event’s focus on thoughtful experiences rather than transactional consumption, aligning with the broader goal of celebrating hospitality, craftsmanship, and community.
Philippine Cocktail Week is further supported by Grab as Supporting Presenter, along with participating spirits and beverage partners including Arc Archipelago, Benchmark, Buffalo Trace, Código, Don Julio Blanco, Don Papa Rum, Flor de Caña, Giffard, Glenfiddich, Hendrick’s, Highland Park, Jameson, Johnnie Walker Black Ruby, La Herencia, Luisita Rum, Martell, Monkey Shoulder, Nikka, No. 3 Gin, Ron Zacapa 23, Sazerac Rye, and Singha.
As Philippine Cocktail Week continues to expand in scale and ambition, the 2026 edition signals a defining moment for Manila’s cocktail culture, one that confidently places the city among the world’s most exciting destinations for bar and hospitality experiences.
