Carlsberg Smooth Draught's ‘Real Spicy, Real Smooth’ returns

Returning for its second year, this spicy food and beer event will be held at the JioSpace, Petaling
Jaya until 2 September.

 

Jameson unveils limited edition Dickies collection in Malaysia

Jameson has come together with workwear brand, Dickies, to introduce ‘Crafted Together’ – a limited edition workwear collaboration consisting of apparel, accessories, and a limited-edition Jameson bottle.

Celebrating the Suntory Whisky Kakubin and the Japanese Highball

If you're anything like us, having a ice-cold refreshing whisky highballs to pair with good company and bites at your local izakaya (Japanese-style casual drinking joint/bar) is a must.

What you might not know is that Suntory Whisky Kakubin, which is not only Japan’s number one selling whisky, is also the go-to whisky for highballs in Japan. It is so popular that it has its own name -“Kakuhai” - which is a marriage of the words Suntory Whisky KAKUbin and HIGH(hai)ball.

Guinness Flavour By Fire Returns

If you love Guinness then you shouldn't miss their Flavour By Fire food festival. Returning this 18th – 20th August at Sentul Depot, Kuala Lumpur, and 2nd – 3rd September at Fort Cornwallis, Penang, this food festival features Guinness-infused flame-cooked food by reknowned chefs and lots of fun.

Hendrick's Cucumber Currency Exchange is Back on 14 July

That's right - for one night only, over 60 bars in Kuala Lumpur and Penang will accept cucumbers as payment for a Hendrick’s Gin & Tonic (T&C: 1 drink per person,  40 drinks redeemable per outlet or while stocks last!).

Head over to the website for the full list of participating outlets... or here's a snapshot (click on image to enlarge!):

Ki No Bai Arrives to Malaysia

Irasshaimase Ki No Bai! That's right folks. The Kyoto Distillery has brought its first-of-its-kind plum and berry liqueur to Malaysia!

This new expression is the distillery’s interpretation of British Sloe Gin and inspired by the Japanese umeshu, featuring locally sourced ingredients, such as haskap berries from Hokkaido and ume plums from Kyoto.

The Balvenie’s Makers Project x Ceres Lau

The Balvenie collaborated with local paper artist and sculptor Ceres Lau to showcase an installation titled “5 Rare Crafts and Craftsmen” celebrating the craftsmen behind the making of a Balvenie - Farmers, Malt Men, Coopersmiths, Coopers and the Malt Master. This installation also pays homage to Malt Master David C. Stewart’s legacy of six decades. 

The Singleton 40 year old launches in Malaysia

This 40 year old is the third and final bottling (following the 38 and 39) of the Epicurean Odyssey series and is crafted using the Singleton 12 Year Old finished for nearly 3 decades in casks that previously held Ron Zacapa XO. 

World Martini Day with The House of Suntory

In conjunction with World Martini Day on 17 June 2023, The House of Suntory embarked on a month-long celebration dedicated to this legendary drink with Roku Gin and Haku Vodka. While martini is traditionally crafted with gin, using vodka is also common (for example, the James Bond "shaken not stirred" martini is famously made with vodka). 

 

14 bars throughout Klang Valley, Johor Bahru, and Penang will showcase their own interpretation of the martini featuring Roku Gin and Haku Vodka from 12 June to 28 July. Check them all out and don't say bojio:

 

Pahit
Ginger, Perfect Martini, Yuzu (RM50)

 

Location & Reservations:
3, Jalan Sin Chew Kee, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur
t: +603  2110 0776
https://www.instagram.com/barpahit/

 

Heineken Celebrates 150 Years of Good Times

Heineken is celebrating its 150th anniversary in collaboration with Good Vibes Festival, Motherchuckers and Darkroom8 - so watch out for their upcoming activities and limited-edition merchandise this year.

Kicking off the collaboration, Heineken is commemorating with Good Vibes Festival's 10th anniversary that has a global lineup curated by our very own Blink this 21 - 23 July at Starclub.

Tiger Den @ Pavilion Bukit Jalil

Tiger Beer invites you to their pop-up which is happening from 15 June 2023 to 9 July 2023 at Pavilion Bukit Jalil to walk down memory lane  and learn more about their evolution since its origination in 1932.

Diageo's "Elusive Expressions" 2022 Special Releases

The hotly anticipated Diageo ‘Elusive Expressions’ 2022 Special Releases are finally available in Malaysia. 

The collection of the eight Special Releases includes - Lagavulin 12 Year Old, Talisker 11 Year Old, Clynelish 12 Year Old, Mortlach NAD, Singleton 15 Year Old, Cardhu 16 Year Old, Oban 10 Year Old and Cameronbridge 26 Year Old.

1664 Bon Appétit-lah Pop-Up Lounge

From 2 to 17 June, 1664 brings us the third edition of Bon Appétit-lah, which emulates the French spirit of joie de vivre (joy of living) with good food, drinks, and experiences at its pop-up  lounge in Sentul Depot.

Heineken Malaysia's Star Academy 2023

Calling all bartenders across the nation - the Star Academy 2023 is open for registration at he Star Academy website at www.star-academy.heinekenmalaysia.com

This year’s Star Academy will be combine both Heineken Star Quality and the Guinness Perfect Pour programmes. Training will be held in Selangor, Johor, Penang, Perak, Sabah, and Sarawak.

Registration is open to bartenders at participating Heineken outlets, including restaurants, pubs, and bars.

Gin Jubilee Kuala Lumpur is Back!

After a 3-year hiatus (no thanks to the pandemic!), Malaysia's (arguably) biggest gin event is back and will take place from 15 to 27 May 2023.

This year’s Gin Jubilee will feature 10 gin brands and a total of 20 bars.