One Night With BenMore

Part 1: One Night With BenMore Four Casks Scotch Whisky

Photo courtesy of: astig316.blogspot.com

One successful Whisky launching happened last August 17, 2011 at the Ronac Art Center in San Juan City,  Metro Manila. Wine sellers, Media Partners and Bloggers came together as Diageo and Global Noble International launches this one of a kind Whisky the BenMore Four Casks Scotch Whisky.  And also Part of the Event's highlight was the launching of it's website  www.benmorescotchwhisky.com (The website will be up and running soon, right now it's under construction). They also presented Mr. Gorgeous/Famous/Hunk Borgy Manotoc as the First Brand Ambassador for BenMore.

The Whisky Company and the distributor are not only promoting their good product but also promoting how to be a responsible drinkers.


We (Bloggers) had the chance to interview Borgy Manotoc and the Q&A was a mixed straight and full of twists, yes He managed to answer all questions from bloggers' mouth. I remember I asked him these following questions.

 How Often do you drink BenMore Four Casks Scotch Whisky?
Borgy: how often? ya I drink this kind of whisky two to three times a week
Rate this whisky from one to ten, then ten is the highest
Borgy: I'll rate this as number 9, I rate all good whiskies as 9 
If this BenMore Four Casks Scotch Whisky is a sexy international actress, who could this be?
Borgy: oh.. she's definitelty Megan Fox (smiling)
The interview went so fast and very entertaining.

Photo Courtesy of: www.purpleandhue.com

 
BenMore Four Casks Scotch Whisky is the newest whisky that is produced and distilled in Scotland. It is a deluxe Scotch whisky which puts attention to details. It is matured in four different types of oak casks to achieve depth and complexity to match the standards of whisky drinkers, to give the harmony between mellow tastes and scotch aroma, including malt and peat aroma with the hint of smokiness and most importantly, to give you an even smoother Scotch whisky experience.

There are five ways to drink BenMore:

Straight or on the rocks
With water
With iced tea
With cola
With soda/ tonic

I mixed it with cola and added some ice, Oh darn good, the taste is awesome! my ten taste buds reacted and wanted for some more. You can really feel the smoothness and the crisp - Perfect! and again perfect for all occasions. Why buying a highly commercialized Rum/brandy wherein you can now afford to buy Whisky anytime, you can have the BenMore Four Casks Scotch Whisky for only P340.00 or less.


"Diageo Diageo is the world's leading premium drinks business with an outstanding collection of beverage alcohol brands across spirits, beer and wine. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, J&B, Windsor, Buchanan's and Bushmills whiskies, Smirnoff, Ciroc and Ketel One vodkas, Baileys, Captain Morgan, Jose Cuervo, Tanqueray and Guinness. 

GLOBAL NOBLE INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION is the  exclusive distributor of BenMore Four Casks Scotch Whisky in the Philippines appointed by Diageo since October 2008. And a Marketing and Distribution Company Selling Fine Wines and other consumer goods. " 


Special Thanks to Ms. Jane Tio and Mr. Ariel Broncano and to the entire group of  Global Noble International

Please Visit these links too:
www.purpleandhue.com, http://astig316.blogspot.com/

Gulp Club Bar and Restaurant

Last August 13, (Saturday night) My Fiends MC and EDES Cootauco had their Birthday bash together at GULP CLUB in Panay Avenue, Quezon City, they invited some friends from call center Industry ( MC's friends) and school friends (EDES's friends) and closed ones like us meaning I was lucky then.

When I got the invites via FB I thought the restobar is just like a typical restobar with music box all around or just like a similar public place-like bar for party goers. Although the place really designed for party and drinking yuppies. I was wrong the place offers more than that and oh! They have large screen outside wow wow.

The two celebrants rented one VIP area with 2 Billiard tables and 1 KTV room, with sides table for the punch and drinks. Take note It has couches for lazy visitors like us,  pretty good place isn't it?. I think the venue can still house for about a hundred of guests. 


For smokers don't  worry guys, you can still have your cigars inside, it has exhaust fan so nothing to worry about the smokes it goes directly to the fan, I tried but I think it works :).  The place have also other type of VIP room for people who feels like really really party with DJ's around.

Picture takings with friends: Tere, Jayr, Hero, SA and the Birthday Girl EDES

The couch guys: Joar, Bart, yours truly  and the Birthday Girl MC

 MC's Friends

EDES's Friends at the KTV room

It was a night of happy celebration with happy people.

Thank You Birthday Girls MC and Edes Cootauco.

GOOD PLACE GULP CLUB BAR AND RESTAURANT worth it to say WELCOME GUESTS

Bed and Breakfast

What comes to your mind when you hear Tagaytay? Maybe the View of Taal Volcano and lake, The Peoples Park, Tagaytay Highland, Señoritas, Pineapple and etc and etc., well for me it's all about Bed and Breakfast.

 In the rolling hills with lush green and colorful flowery ornamental plants, far from the busy city, where birds and butterflies freely flies lies  the House and Garden of Sonya called Sonya's Garden Bed and Breakfast. A typical Filipino house offers only the best Filipino and Western food and serves organic rice and fresh farm fruits like mangoes, pineapple and a lot more.

 

Last year my friends and I visited the place and had our breakfast at 7, it was like my ordinary morning turns into fairytale having breakfast together with Peter Pan and friends in the middle of the Neverland Garden, Can you imagine that?

 "All the Bed and Breakfast cottages are named after herbs, which, like her garden, reflect Sonya’s love for aromatic things. Inspired by her simple country lifestyle, the Bed and Breakfast facility was born out of insistent pleas from guests to stay awhile longer in Sonya’s private sanctuary. In the short time that it has been open to the public, many have already vowed to return for a myriad of simple joys, like waking up to the smell of flowers, languishing in bed from last night’s soothing massage, contemplating in the undisturbed solitude that surrounds each cottage, relaxing by the charming bay windows that opens into a view of nature in its entire splendor, the warm hospitality of Sonya and her staff—and other delightful discoveries that has made a stay at the B&B a unique experience for every person."

Sonya's Garden not only offers good food but also a good stay, for those who are planning to escape and get lost from the noisy world for quite sometimes or for a day or two then Sonya's Garden Garden in Tagaytay is waiting for you. The place to relax, the place to replenish your tired body and soul.

Going home with big smile,  See you again Sonya's Garden

Breakthrough Filipino Artists: The People, The Art, The Music

PART  I   Mang Inasal Shows Love with First Media and Bloggers' Night


PART II - The People, The Art, The Music

It is really nice to see people working for the progress not just for their own but for so many. Like  as what Mang Inasal  and the Project Director Chris Cahilig are doing, Saving the OPM Industry by Believing/Recognizing Filipino Artists with great talent. Eight Breakthrough Singer-Artists as I have mentioned during my previous post "they are the messenger of all genres" will fill your heart with good music from Love, rock and novelty songs.

I did a little research about these singers, and here's what I've got.

Arnee Hidalgo, Multi-awarded RnB and soul artist  the “Most Beautiful Contestant” during Voice of Asia 2002 Singing Competition which was held at Kazakhstan.. wow the voice, the beauty, the talent I say YOU GOT IT ALL .

Aries Sales, homegrown solo acoustic artist from Davao City, who has been performing professionally since he was 14 years old. He discovered his God-given talent of guitar-playing when he started joining the kid’s church band when he was 8 years old. At that very young age, somewhat secretly, Aries learned how to sing (source reverbnation) He Loves Miss Masungit  

1:43, Pop heartthrobs, a boy band in the Philippines composed of four members namely: Anjo, Gold, Kim, and Yuki. Their debut slambook-album titled "Time For Love" under MCA Music was released and became one of the the best selling albums.

Onse Tolentino, Energetic, Jolly Stand-up comedian Showbiz Correspondent of "CHISMAX" Teleradyo DZMM ABSCBN, Singer/Composer of the Novelty Song "AEIOU", Stand up Comedian from Zirkoh, Sitcom and The Library, Impersonator of Vilma Santos, Nina, Gloria Macapagal Arroyo,
Charo Santos, Vhong Navaro. I would Say IKAW NA! ang galing mo! Turaun mo kaming mag dance ng AEIOU ok. 

Sheng Belmonte, Sultry pop singer, started to shine when she captured the hearts and minds of the Filipinos via the ABS CBN’s reality show “Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2” as a scholar in 2008. Sheng also does belly and pole dancing, having attended formal classes for both. She hopes to showcase these further talents with her music, just like one of her idols, Latin superstar Shakira. That's why he can make you you GIGIL with here latest song. 

Myrus  Gold record artist, the Sentimental Prince of OPM, Myrus was discovered through the social networking site Friendster by public relations entrepreneur Chris Cahilig. At the age of 20, he has made a mark in the music scene with the help of his mega hit single "sayang," a cover of a song popularized 30 years ago by Claire dela Fuente. His debut album "Love Cycle" and its repackaged version have been declared Certified Gold Record by Sony Music. And now he's now ready to tickles your heart again with his new song entitles "Anong Kailangan Kong Gawin".
  

Kiss Jane,  the Hitmaking pop band  group behind songs “Lagi” and “Baliw.” An alternative pop rock band made up of former members of the iconic rock groups Kelt’s Kross and Kitchie Nadal. With members: JAQ DIONISIO, Vocals.SHEILA ROSETE, Drums. JEFF DE CASTRO, Guitar.

HEINS CAPIRAL, Bass.

Stephanie Dan  Sony Music’s acoustic gem, through her  gentle sweet charm voice  she can take you to a place full of Fireworks with no Price Tags. 

No Doubt that this Mang Aawits can soon be the face and bastion of  OPM.  Congratulations singers, Congratulations Mang Inasal!

Another SuperStar Coming your Way

           Another SuperStar Coming your Way on August 17, 2011 at 6:30 in the evening.

AND

Guests will have the chance to meet and greet with the first Brand Ambassador 

None other than Mr. _________ himself

For Ladies in the media sector and bloggers you'll love him! 
I mean you'll love the whisky.

 

INTRODUCING

A Scotch whisky of rare distinction

 

Expert blenders have chosen 21 of the finest whiskies to include in the oak casks. The sherry casks create a richness that you will savor. The bourbon casks give the liquid just the perfect hint of woodiness and the charred casks provide the ideal level of smoothness. Finally, the refill casks produce Benmore Four Casks’s signature complexity appreciated by true Scotch whisky connoisseurs.

It offers an even more deluxe scotch whisky for greater drinking experience with smoother and more complex whisky notes which regular standard whisky can not offer.

It can be enjoyed with your friends whatever the occasions.

"As a 28-year old Account Executive / Graphic Artist / Blogger,  I'm so excited to let this whisky touch my lips and throat that goes through my heart this coming August 17 and soon share it to  fellows and to all yuppies."

This One of A Kind Whisky will be specially distributed by GLOBAL NOBLE INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION 

Who and What is GLOBAL NOBLE INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION?
Have been in the business since Feb. 2003. They are the exclusive distributor of BenMore appointed by Diageo since October 2008. A Marketing and Distribution Company Selling Fine Wines and other consumer goods.