There’s no denying that Philippine craft beers are some of the best in the world. With various styles and flavors to choose from, it can be tough to pick just ten favorites. But we did it! Here are our top 10 Philippine craft beers for you to enjoy.

The Philippines is rapidly becoming a major powerhouse in the alcoholic beverage industry thanks to the competence of local artisans. We have a ton of beautiful drinks to choose from, like premium rum, gin only found in the Philippines, and the inventive craft brews listed below.

Discover some of the best artisan brews in the nation, from traditional ales to unique brews. 

1. Engkanto Brewery– One of the most popular craft breweries in the Philippines. Their flagship beer is The Stranger Pale Ale, a perfect example of an American-style Pale Ale. This beer has a light body, subtle bitterness, and a slightly sweet finish. Engkanto Brewery, established in 2015 by Gen T honoree Ian Paradies, is a well-known brand. Lager, blonde ale, pale ale, IPA, and double IPA are just a few of the renowned brand’s five traditional beer varieties that are sure to please any palate.
2. Crows Craft Ales– Crows Craft Brewing & Distilling Co.’s craft ales are excellent examples of classic, small-batch beer production. They offer four different brews, but they’re the first to admit that their craft beers aren’t for everyone because they prefer to pursue their passion and innovation above the standard market fare.
3. Crazy Carabao– From its base in Laguna, Crazy Carabao Brewing Co. produces silky, proudly Filipino microbrews. They have a bottle (or tin) for every mood between their pilsner, wheat beer, golden ale, pale ale, and India pale ale.
4. Monkey Eagle– Another must-try artisan beer manufacturer is Monkey Eagle Brewery, located in Tagaytay. The brewery produces high-quality beers through its outstanding portfolio, using its brewmasters’ formal education from the Siebel Institute in Chicago and Doemens Academy in Germany. The best Psychedelic Blonde, a fruity and wonderfully drinkable blonde ale, is one of the favorites. 
5. Nipa Brew– Every bottle of Nipa Brew is lavishly infused with its creative spirit. Pick up one of their various box sets with a hazelnut brown ale, a white IPA, and many more exciting options for a comprehensive sample of what they offer. As their tagline implies, their beers are brewed for adventure.
6. Baguio Craft Brewery– The tastings from Baguio Craft Brewery demonstrate that some beers are worth the drive. Visit the City of Pines and sample some unique brews, such as the dark and bitter Kraken, a Baltic porter with a high ABV to keep you warm.
7. Turning Wheels– Turning Wheels Craft Beer, Cebu’s first craft beer brewery, is a tried-and-true option for beer enthusiasts looking for their subsequent discovery. The welcoming brewery’s purpose, achieved by its wide selection of small-batch brews, is to bring cyclists together over delicious post-ride beers (thus its name and logo).
8. Pal Tree Abbey– This playful microbrewery produces some excellent craft beer. Palm Tree Abbey has experimented with various beer varieties, including the quirky Guyabano Sour Beer and time-honored favorites like the Abbey Wit, to embody the “little” in small-batch (a Belgian wheat ale). Jonathan Heppner, one of the three co-founders of the admirable project, explains, “We are working toward operating a farm and creating spaces for people to reconnect with themselves and dream of who they may be.” Jonathan currently oversees their sister brewery in Lesvos, Greece, leaving theirs as the sole one on the island, while his partners maintain the brewery here in Manila.
9. Amigos de la playa– Amigos De La Playa, a brewery with roots in sunny Boracay and current operations in Metro Manila, produces some of the strangest brews available. The brewery most recently released an imperial milk stout called “Why Not? , which was made with lactose, cacao nibs, vanilla beans, and substantial bits of choc nut (the chocolate confection).
10. Bauhinia Brewery– Marken Aboitiz established the Bauhinia Brewery, a brewery with a base in Cebu. Its beers are available to order in restaurants or by the keg and are best enjoyed when perfectly chilled.

Conclusion

The Philippines is quickly becoming a must-visit destination for craft beer lovers from all over the world. With a growing number of local breweries producing some truly unique and delicious beers, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So next time you find yourself in the Philippines, seek one of these ten fantastic craft beers. Cheers!