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Barique: A Premium Filipino Lambanog from Quezon Province

Long before artisanal spirits and craft cocktails filled today’s bar menus, Filipinos were already sharing a homegrown drink steeped in tradition: lambanog. Distilled from coconut nectar and crafted across generations, lambanog has long been part of Filipino culture – passed around during celebrations, gatherings, and late-night conversations, serving as both a symbol of hospitality and a storyteller of our rural heritage. It is bold, shared, and unmistakably Filipino.

Today, this iconic spirit has taken a bold step.

Introducing Barique: Heritage-Crafted, Premium by Design

Barique, proudly made in Quezon Province, reimagines the lambanog for the modern Filipino celebrations. Upholding traditional distillation methods while applying today’s quality standards, Barique elevates the traditional coconut spirit into a premium, world-class liquor.

Smooth, sweet, and bold with a lingering warmth, Barique showcases what lambanog can become when craftsmanship, culture, and innovation come together.

Two variants offer distinct yet refined experiences:

● Barique Gold – 45% ABV, ₱3,999 (750 mL)

● Barique Silver – 40% ABV, ₱2,599 (750 mL)

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PEPA CELEBRATES 75 YEARS OF DEVELOPING FILIPINO TEXTBOOKS

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian receives a Plaque of Recognition during the 75th Anniversary Celebration of the Philippine Educational Publishers Association (PEPA). Joining him (from left) are Danda Crimelda Buhain and Atty. Dominador Buhain of Rex Education; Jose Paolo Sibal of Phoenix Publishing House; and John Emyl Eugenio of C&E Publishing Inc.

The Philippine Educational Publishers Association (PEPA) recognized its achievements and honored its partners during its 75th anniversary held last December 5, 2025 at the Marco Polo Hotel in Ortigas. Highlights of the event entitled HONORING THE PAST, CELEBRATING THE PRESENT AND PUBLISHING IN THE FUTURE, were presentation of plaques to HONORABLE SENATOR SHERWIN GATCHALIAN, SENATOR RODANTE MARCOLETA, HONORABLE CONGRESSMEN ANTONIO CERILLES and RUFUS RODRIGUEZ, and ATTY RODELIO T. DASCIL who were instrumental in the legislation of the Book Industry Development Act (RA 8047). Plaques were likewise presented to government and private agencies like the DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, the NATIONAL BOOK DEVELOPMENT BOARD, the PRIVATE EDUCATION ASSISTANCE COMMITTEE and the CATHOLIC EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES.

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Gimme Five for a Greener Philippines! Taiwan Excellence PH Releases Eco-friendly FuBear Merch Made of Philippine Water Hyacinths

FuBear, the Taiwan Excellence mascot, with eco-friendly FuBear Merchandise by Taiwan Excellence PH

The cheerful Taiwan Excellence mascot is now available in merchandise! FuBear continues to spread the spirit of encouraging excellence in every way by collaborating with a local Filipino brand to produce these sustainable products.

Who is FuBear?

Created in the likeness of the Formosan black bear, FuBear is a character resembling Taiwan’s national animal. FuBear’s mission, Gimme Five, is to uplift and give high fives everyone who contributes to their communities through simple and grand actions, an initiative that reflects the values of Taiwan Excellence.

Eco-friendly FuBear Merchandise: Tote Bag and Travel Planner

FuBear Merchandise Made of Water Hyacinths

Taiwan Excellence PH entrusted Filipino brand, Jacinto & Lirio, for the production of the FuBear merchandise. The brand innovatively fabricates vegan leather goods out of water hyacinth plants from the Philippines. As found in the Jacinto & Lirio website, the water hyacinth is an invasive plant that affects local flora and fauna and even majorly contributes to flooding in local communities.

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