Where to Buy Beer in Manila

Local Beer and Where to Buy Them

Beer is considered as one of the most frenzied alcoholic beverages in the Philippines. In fact, the country is the 23rd largest beer market in the world. On average, a Filipino would drink 20 liters of beer each year.

Looking for a local beer in the Philippines can be as easy as buying your favorite soda. There are two major breweries in the country—Asia Brewery and San Miguel Corporation, which produces San Miguel Pale Pilsen, one of the most popular local beers in the Philippines. Here are some places where you can get your favorite beer:

Local Grocery Stores

Local grocery stores can provide a good selection of alcoholic beverages in the Philippines. If you don’t know which brand of beer to buy, it helps to ask the people around you. You are sure to get a good answer from any Filipino you meet.  It is easy to find a local grocery store anywhere in the Philippines, especially if you are within Metro Manila or other major cities in the country. Even if you are in a far-flung area, local beers can be bought from small retail stores.

Pubs/Bars/Clubs

If you want to enjoy a good beer during the night, going to a bar or club is your best bet. In fact, many bars provide a wide selection of local beers. However, they may come at a higher price as compared to the ones you can find in local grocery stores.

Specialty Beer Stores

Although rare and a little harder to find, there are specialty beer stores that offer a decent selection of alcoholic beverages in the Philippines. What’s great about them is that not only can you find local beers but imported beers as well.

Check out this craft beer pub.

Restaurants

Although not all restaurants in the Philippines serve beer, there are many that do. Your choices may be limited, but this depends on the kind of restaurant you are in. If you happen to visit one, ask the restaurant personnel if they serve beer to their customers and order to your heart’s desire.