Lambanog among world’s best spirits —Taste Atlas

(Photo courtesy of Taste Atlas)

By Janine Dumaguin

The Philippines’ coconut liquor lambanog made it to the list of the Taste Atlas’ “50 Best Rated Spirits in the World.”

The classic lambanog scored 4.3 out of five stars and landed in the 10th spot of the travel and lifestyle website.

Taste Atlas took note of this “potent Filipino drink” which is made from the fermented sap of the coconut palm and has now modern varieties that are “often tinted, sweetened, and flavored.”

“It is a clear, colorless spirit that is quite strong, with the usual alcohol content at around 40% ABV,” Taste Atlas said.

According to the website, the lambanog which originated and produced in the Province of Quezon is “traditionally enjoyed neat”.

Meanwhile, Scotch from the Scottish island of Islay was hailed as the world’s best spirit, taking the top rank with a 4.5 rating, only 0.1 in front of Mexican Reposado Tequila, Scotch from the Scottish Highlands, and Serbian Viljamovka.

Taste Atlas is an encyclopedia of flavors, a world atlas of traditional dishes, local ingredients, and authentic restaurants. – gb

Popular

SSS to roll out 3-year pension hike starting September 2025

By Anna Leah Gonzales | Philippine News Agency State-run Social Security System (SSS) said it will implement a Pension Reform Program, which features a structured,...

DOE to talk with DSWD, DILG for Lifeline Rate utilization

By Joann Villanueva | Philippine News Agency The Department of Energy (DOE) is set to discuss with other government agencies the inclusion of more Pantawid...

Zero-billing for basic accommodation in DOH hospitals applicable to everyone —Herbosa

By Brian Campued The “zero balance billing” being implemented in all Department of Health (DOH)-run hospitals across the country is applicable to everyone as long...

DepEd committed to address classroom shortage

By Brian Campued Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Sonny Angara on Wednesday emphasized the importance of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in addressing the shortage of classrooms...