Jenny Adams

April 8, 2016 The Philippines has landed on more than one “Top Destinations” list in the past

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year. Its popularity is no surprise, given that its beaches rank among the most scenic on Earth. However, the country’s capital holds a rather unexpected secret: Manila’s forte for craft mixology and penchant for speakeasy-style romance. Down some dark alleys, you’ll happen upon doors without signs, hiding a slice of pre-Prohibition-style bartending within. Push the correct panels of a sandwich-shop wall and you’ll stumble into a Led Zeppelin–loving lounge that makes a mean Gin Fizz. While the country’s beaches are the main draw for most travelers, its capital city’s speakeasies are worth a stopover for a nightcap. Here are three hidden cocktail bars in Manila.