Cover The signature cocktails of Hello Sailor, a beachside bar in Boracay (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
The signature cocktails of Hello Sailor, a beachside bar in Boracay (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
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Hello Sailor
Tucked inside Percy Seafood, Hello Sailor is an inviting bar that complements the restaurant with some of the island’s best cocktails
The sun’s gentle rays, the sound of crashing waves and a hint of salt in the air—the only thing missing is a masterfully crafted cocktail. Located in Boracay, Hello Sailor is a beachside bar integrated into Percy Seafood (try the crab!) that serves some of the island’s most vibrant and creative mixes. Whether enjoying it alone or alongside the restaurant’s world-class deep-sea catches, this is a spot one should keep an eye out for.
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Above Hello Sailor's cocktail menu was crafted by David Ong, founder of Curator and Oto (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
Above Enjoy Hello Sailor's cocktails alone, or paired with Percy Seafood's selections, such as their grilled prawn rose pasta (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
Hello Sailor's cocktail menu was crafted by David Ong, founder of Curator and Oto (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
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Co-founded by Nowie and Odette Potenciano, these establishments retain their own identity despite sharing the same location. “Percy Seafood and Hello Sailor were developed together to celebrate local ingredients,” Nowie explains. “Percy is the dining element that puts local seafood on a pedestal, while Hello Sailor offers drinks that use the best local fruits and botanicals in craft cocktails.” Guests therefore have the option to either dine in or take a seat at the bar—though nothing is stopping them from trying out both.
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Above The passionate Fever Dream (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
Above Keep on keeping on with Float On (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
The passionate Fever Dream (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
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Above Catch the rays with Sunseeker (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
Above Find time for the Sink or Swim (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
Catch the rays with Sunseeker (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
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David Ong, founder of Curator and Oto, curated the drinks menu of Hello Sailor, headlined by four signature cocktails: Sink or Swim (vodka, mangosteen, coconut, roasted barley, panutsa), Sunseeker (bourbon, mango, elderflower, pineapple, lemon), Float On (basi, tepache, pineapple shrub, soda water) and Fever Dream (pedronan taupey). They are as visually appealing as they are refreshing and tantalising, making them a welcome companion to a leisurely afternoon on the sands.
“Most of the names that we chose for our cocktails are related to being at the beach,” Nowie explains, “because we want to give our visitors a true sense of place and make them feel that they’re having cocktails that belong there on an island.” For Nowie, Float On and Fever Dream best represent Hello Sailor, for their use of local spirits and a dash of modernity. The infusion of local ingredients is meant to make you feel welcome and at ease, not to overwhelm. “The typical Boracay bar falls into either a dive bar or a party and loud music kind of place,” Nowie remarks. “We wanted to create a space that was approachable no matter what time of day.”
Above Hello Sailor is found right inside Percy Seafood in Boracay (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
Hello Sailor is found right inside Percy Seafood in Boracay (Photo: courtesy of Hello Sailor)
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Indeed, Hello Sailor is a warm introduction to Boracay, with each sip carrying an approachable, familiar greeting, complemented by pristine waters and a tranquil atmosphere. Their adventurous drinks uplift the Boracay bar scene, providing a playful, cosy ambience. Keep this bar in mind as you look to make unforgettable memories on this beloved island.
Find Hello Sailor inside Percy Seafood at Station 1 Beachfront, Seaworthy Boracay and visit seaworthyboracay.com/dining.
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