Andrea Brillantes, a Tanduay calendar girl, shares her favorite cocktails for relaxing evenings at home

“After a busy day at work, I just want to slow down and do low-key activities that can help me relax like mixing cocktails using Tanduay rums. It helps me reset and turn my ordinary evenings into something special, whether I’m on my own or chilling with friends.It’s a good rum to make cocktails with. You don’t need to learn complicated techniques, just Tanduay 5 Years, quality ingredi-ents, and the right vibe. With these cocktails, staying in is just as fun as going out.” ~Andrea Brillantes, Tanduay Calendar Girl 2026 

When it comes to unwinding after a rigorous day of taping and guest appearances or simply taking some alone time, Tanduay Calendar Girl 2026 Andrea Brillantes keeps things simple and elegant. She doesn't like to fuss when it comes to de-stressing, so having a fully stocked bar with her favorite Tanduay goods to indulge in is beneficial.

The talented actress and future businesswoman likes to explore with Tanduay products, like Tanduay 5 Years, a remarkable combination of rums with a rich mahogany color and a lingering, sweet, slightly smoky aroma of oak and brown sugar. 

Below is a list of the Tanduay 5 Years drink recipes that the TV5 celebrity likes to prepare at home.

Below are the recipes of some of the cocktails that the TV5 star loves to make at home using Tanduay 5 Years.

 

 

Daring Duo

Easy to make, this cocktail is Andrea’s go-to for nights when she wants to chill with her close circle of friends.

Ingredients:

Ice cubes

0.5 oz lime juice

4 oz ginger beer

2.5 oz Tanduay 5 Years

Lemon for garnish

Procedure:

Put ice in a tall glass. Pour in the lime juice, ginger beer, and Tanduay 5 Years. Gar-nish with a slice of lemon.

Fiesta Paradise

When she is in the mood for something fun and vibrant, Andrea goes for this cocktail. It reminds her of a day at the beach with its tropical flavors and colorful vibe.

Ingredients:

• Ice cubes
• 1 oz Tanduay 5 Years
• 2 oz passion fruit juice
• 1 oz orange juice
• 0.5 oz grenadine syrup
• 0.5 oz lemonade soda
• 1 oz coconut cream
• Mint leaf for garnish

Procedure:

1. Fill a tall glass with ice. Add Tanduay 5 Years, passion fruit juice, orange juice, gren-adine, and lemonade soda.
2. Top with coconut cream and garnish with a fresh mint leaf.

Golden Sunset Fizz

For evenings that call for something a little more elevated, Andrea loves serving this cocktail to friends. She sees it as the perfect drink to impress her guests.

Ingredients:

• 0.8 oz orange juice
• 0.5 oz lime juice
• 0.8 oz honey syrup
• 0.5 oz egg white
• 2 oz Tanduay 5 Years
• Ice cubes
• Wedge of lemon for garnish

Procedure:

1. In a shaker, add orange juice, lime juice, honey syrup, egg white, and Tanduay 5 Years with ice. Shake vigorously until chilled and frothy. 
2. Fill a rocks glass with fresh ice and strain the mixture into the glass. Garnish with a wedge of lemon.

Sunburst Sour

This colorful cocktail combines bright citrus with the unexpected sweetness of carrot juice, creating a refreshing balanced drink that Andrea loves to have when she wants to enjoy something a little different.

Ingredients: 

• Ice cubes
• 2 oz Tanduay 5 Years
• 1 oz triple sec
• 1 oz lime juice
• 2 oz carrot juice
• 1 oz orange juice
• Mint leaves for garnish

Procedure:

1. Add ice, Tanduay 5 Years, triple sec, lime juice, carrot juice, and orange juice into a shaker. Shake well until chilled. 
2. Fill a glass with fresh ice and strain the mixture over it. Garnish with mint leaves.

Tanduay 5 Years and other Tanduay products are available at www.shots.ph and through leading supermarkets and liquor stores nationwide.

About Tanduay

Tanduay is one of the most-awarded rum brands in the Philippines, receiving various local and interna-tional citations. In 2017, it was declared the World’s No. 1 Rum by Drinks International magazine. Tan-duay will hold this title for eight consecutive years.

Tanduay started out as a distillery in Hagonoy, Bulacan, a province in the island of Luzon known for its heroes and craftsmen. It changed ownership throughout the decades and has been under the Lucio Tan Group of Companies, Inc., one of the biggest conglomerates in the Philippines, since 1988.

Even as the years passed, Tanduay has maintained the traditional way of distilling its rums, a practice that started in its now decommissioned Manila distillery. It has likewise consistently maintained its prod-uct quality, ensuring that Filipinos and foreigners alike will enjoy the same taste and aroma of a Tanduay product wherever they are in the world.

Tanduay enters an ‘Iconic Era’ with Andrea Brillantes as 2026 Calendar Girl

“When I found out, I was honestly shocked. Like, ha? talaga ba? Growing up, I’d always see the Tanduay Calendar Girls as these strong, confident, iconic women, so to actually be one now feels surreal. It’s such an honor and definitely a huge milestone for me. It really took a lot of preparation, both mentally and physically. I had to be disciplined with my meal plans and make sure I felt good inside and out. I also studied each concept with the team because I wanted every photo to show a different side of me. Being a Tanduay Calendar Girl is about being real and confident. You have to embrace who you are, including your flaws, strengths, everything. Whether I’m soft, strong, playful, or fierce. That’s all me, and I’m proud of that. People have watched me grow up, and now they’re seeing me as a woman. I’m more sure of myself, more intentional with the things I do, and more confident to take control of my career. Hindi na siya about proving anything. It’s about enjoying where I am and celebrating how far I’ve come. I’ve made mistakes, learned from them, and now I know myself better. Mas marunong na akong pumili. Whether it’s people, projects, or where I put my energy. I’ve learned to protect my peace, trust my gut, and stand by my choices. I feel stronger and more grounded now. Perhaps, people feel that energy because I try to stay authentic. I grow, I learn, I change, but I stay true to myself. I leave it up to them to see me as I am.” ~Andrea Brillantes, Tanduay Calendar Girl 2026

The "Iconic Era" themed 2026 edition upholds this custom while reinventing it for a younger audience. In a glamorous media event at The Elements at Eton Centris, Tanduay, the top rum in the world, revealed Andrea Brillantes as its 2026 Tanduay Calendar Girl. The event celebrated not just a new face but also a revitalized spirit of self-assurance, authenticity, and empowerment.

The Tanduay Calendar Girl, renowned for fusing glitz, artistry, and empowerment, has been a yearly highlight in local pop culture for decades.  Each calendar has represented the changing perception of the Filipina: self-assured, multifaceted, and confident. This year's campaign emphasizes uniqueness and authenticity—qualities that the company and its newest heroine have in common—instead of allure.

The Making of an Icon

Brillantes admitted that becoming a Tanduay Calendar Girl required more than physical preparation.

Every layout in the 2026 calendar conveys a story about progress, strength, and transformation. The images, which range from gentle and introspective pictures to flamboyant, fashion-forward imagery, are intended to depict Andrea's progress as well as the brand's theme of confidence through self-awareness.

Andrea Brillantes is now stepping into her career with a renewed sense of maturity. Her new role as Tanduay's ambassador seems to mirror the company's own evolution from a long-standing local distillery to a well-known worldwide brand that continues to innovate while respecting its history.

Andrea needs to stay true to herself as she moves into her Iconic Era. In this new chapter, Tanduay's mission to celebrate strength, originality, and beauty—values that have driven the brand for more than 170 years—continues.

As the evening drew to a close and images from the Iconic Era calendar filled the screen, the message was evident: Tanduay and Andrea Brillantes are both embracing change, growth, and authenticity.