Alambik
Makati
Bar in Makati, Philippines
Why go
A discreet Makati whisky and cigar bar for guests who value privacy, rare spirits, and a quieter hotel-bar setting over party energy. Worth considering for date night, solo whisky, or a polished after-work drink; less compelling for groups, outdoor seating, or a budget cocktail stop.
About Alambik
Alambik is a Makati venue listed at a $$$$ price tier with a smart-casual dress code.
The $$$$ pricing suggests expectations should be set for a higher-spend visit, while smart casual is the confirmed dress standard. That combination gives you a useful starting point for deciding whether it belongs on a shortlist, but it does not replace a direct check with the venue before you finalize plans.
What is about Alambik
The details are direct: Alambik is in Makati, the price tier is $$$$, and the dress code is smart casual. Those three pieces of information are enough to place it broadly within the city’s more polished venue set, but they do not confirm what kind of experience guests should expect once inside.
For planning, treat Alambik as a premium Makati stop and confirm current operating details directly with the venue. If you are comparing options across the city, start with our full Makati restaurants guide or our full Makati bars guide.
Who should book, and who should choose elsewhere
Alambik may suit guests who are comfortable with a $$$$ Makati venue and a smart-casual dress code. It is a reasonable name to consider if your main requirement is a higher-spend Makati setting and you are willing to confirm the finer points yourself.
If your plans depend on a particular feature, such as outdoor seating, group capacity, accessibility, parking, a specific drink list, or a full food menu, verify those details with Alambik before committing. This is especially important for reservations tied to a celebration, a client meeting, a tight schedule, or any situation where discovering a mismatch on arrival would be difficult to manage.
For broader nearby planning, use our full Makati bars guide for other drinking options in Makati, or consult Pearl’s Makati guides for a fuller itinerary. Comparing several venues side by side can help you decide whether Alambik’s confirmed profile is enough for your needs or whether another place gives you more certainty in advance.
Know Before You Go
- Good for: guests seeking a premium Makati venue, subject to confirming the current format directly. It works best as a flexible option when you are comfortable checking details before you go.
- Not for: plans that depend on features such as a specific menu, seating style, parking, accessibility, or outdoor space.
- Dress: smart casual. Build your outfit around that standard rather than assuming either a very casual or highly formal setting.
- Price: $$$$. Expect the venue to sit in a premium price tier, and plan your visit with that level of spend in mind.
Planning details
- Location
- Ayala Triangle Makati Ave, corner Paseo de Roxas, Makati City, 1226 Metro Manila, Philippines
- Website
- mandarinoriental.com/en/manila/makati/dine/alambik
- Phone
- +63 2 7958 8888
Venue details
Ambiance
Discreet, dimly lit, and intimate, featuring heritage machuca tiles and weathered veranda wood accents hidden behind an unmarked door.
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Speakeasy
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Spirits Focus
- Whisky, Rare Spirits
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Ayala Triangle Makati Ave, corner Paseo de Roxas, Makati City, 1226 Metro Manila, Philippines
Planning details
Location
Ayala Triangle Makati Ave, corner Paseo de Roxas, Makati City, 1226 Metro Manila, Philippines · Directions
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Alambik?
Because Alambik is a $$$$ venue in Makati, it is sensible to check directly with the venue before you go.
Is Alambik good for a date?
Alambik may work for a date if you are looking for a premium Makati venue and are comfortable with a smart-casual dress code.












