The Spirits Library

The kind of place where the lighting hugs you and the shelves whisper stories of spirits waiting to be discovered. I visited on a Tuesday night, and the place had just the right crowd—not too busy, just perfectly chill. The kind of calm where you can truly soak in the mood and let time slow down a little. What truly stood out was the experience at the bar. Bartender Henry was an absolute maestro. I didn’t even glance at the menu. I simply told him how I was feeling and what kind of drink I was in the mood for. With effortless confidence and flair, he nodded, said “I know exactly what you need,” and went to work—first recommending a cocktail, then surprising me with another he crafted on the spot. Both drinks? Spot on. Smooth, layered, and made with intention. Henry’s intuitive understanding of flavor and mood is something special. If you're looking for a refined, intimate bar with personality, charm, and exceptional talent behind the counter, The Spirits Library delivers. Can’t wait to return.

Upon entering “The Spirits Library” you’re greeted by super friendly staff who lead you to your seating area, the bar is “WOW” set over 2 levels with an open area above the main bar looking up a library wall of seriously good alcohol. They tell us they have collected all these bottles in just five years, showcasing a “purveyor of rare bottles, books, and bar paraphernalia” they say this place has become an institution. The bartenders are super friendly and entertaining, they treat you like family. We ventured up the spiral staircase to a mezzanine lounge looking over the entire bar. They served us from the lounge so no need to visit the bar. The drinks were good and overall a great experience.

My evenings here were unforgettable thanks to the talented bartenders. Each cocktail was carefully crafted with artistry and passion, and the warm service made the experience even more remarkable. I sincerely appreciate their effort and will certainly be back

The best place in Makati to hear real good music and drink local spirits. Amazing place, unique cocktail, great staff. The location is the place you want to be for a special night. Well done!

One of my favorite spots in the city. Come for the cocktails, stay for the vibe, and come back for the live jazz! I brought many friends here and it never disappoints. It’s usually filled to the brim Fridays to weekends, so make sure you come early. Drinks are normal Poblacion price, so it’s definitely worth it.

Dark and loud bar that has several different Asian inspired drinks, each with their own story. It has a nice interior, but is quite loud and hard to see. Their wall of drinks is quite beautiful to see and at times, it can be quite busy with few seating options.

Been here twice. the last time I visited, it was quiet and intimate, not crowded. But since they have live music and a guest bartender (south Korean) this time, it was loud there and crowded. Their signature drinks are still 5 stars, will always reco rice is nice and the guest bartender's signature drinks are also good that time although I believe it's only available that night.

It blends chic elements with a casual design, creating a space where guests can easily interact with bartenders and waitstaff.