Welcome to Bar None, where Robb Report Philippines delves into the world of wines, spirits, and everything in between. From vineyards to distilleries, classic cocktails to bold new creations, we uncover the flavors, traditions, and techniques that make every drink unforgettable. In this episode—and throughout the four-part launch of Bar None—award-winning mixologist Arcadius Rybak reimagines classic cocktails with a Filipino twist, using local ingredients he has come to love. Cheers! To watch Episode 1: The Tommy’s Margarita Gets a Bold, Sour Kick from This Surprising Local Fruit, click here. Light, fruity, and distinctly Filipino, bignay wine is a hidden gem in the world of local wines. Made from the small, deep-red bignay (or bugnay) berries native to the Philippines—which turn black when ripe—this wine boasts a sweet profile with notes of blackberry and cranberry. "I stumbled upon bignay wine through research," says Arcadius Rybak, a mixologist of nearly twenty years...
