It’s #LSADrinks time! Wondering what’s new in the world of all things ABV? This month includes Highland Park, Michter’s and more.
The May 2026 edition of #LSADrinks continues to take a look at the most exciting events and launches happening in Malaysia and beyond. Whether it’s getting to know the Highland Park 12 Year Old or the latest drops by Michter’s, there’s just so much to look forward to in the world of ABV. Keep reading to find out what’s new this month!
Get to know the Highland Park 12 Year Old
For over 200 years, the Orkney-based Highland Park has produced single malt whisky with a unique sweet-smoky flavour shaped by its environment. And among them is of course, the 12 Year Old expression — one of the distillery’s core releases. The Highland Park 12 Year Old, available in Malaysia, is beloved for its convergence of peated spiciness. The golden amber whisky has dried fruits and citrus zest notes on the nose whereas each sip progresses to hints of gentle oak and vanilla on the palate.
The Highland Park 12 Year Old is described as a balanced and versatile whisky — allowing the spirit to be enjoyed neat and on the rocks as well as with food such as dark chocolate and roasted meats. A lot of that profile can be credited to Highland Park’s house style which involves the processes of cask harmonisation and multi-cask maturation. This makes it ideal for both beginners to whisky and whisky connoisseurs.
And just a little fun fact: World Whisky Day falls on 16 May this year!
Learn more HERE.
New cocktails at Renaissance KL and Four Points by Sheraton KLCC
When Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centre and Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur City Centre first opened, they became Malaysia’s first-ever dual-branded property by Marriott Bonvoy. This year, both hotels are shining a spotlight on their mixologists — Ajit Narindar and Baim Shahanur R Bar as well as Sichuan Kitchen’s Alvin Mak. At R Bar, Ajit Narindar has created ‘The Renewed Ritual’, a creation featuring pandan, calamansi citrus, pineapple, oxidised wine and fresh local guavas.
Also at R Bar is Baim Shahanur’s ‘Asam Bangkit’; a tequila-based concoction made alongside citrus foam, cold brew coffee and honey tamarind shrub. As for Alvin Mak’s drink, ‘Tropic Heat Fizz’, the zero-waste drink comprises the complete use of homegrown papayas. The cocktails are available for RM40 nett per drink until 17 May 2026.
Learn more HERE.
Tiger Beer partners with Kenji Chai for “Brewed to Defy The Heat”
From now until 31 May, look forward to a series of experiences by Tiger Beer in conjunction with its “Brewed to Defy The Heat” campaign. For Tiger Beer, Kenji Chai has also treated a custom kombi van with his magic touch and the van will next be making its way throughout Kuala Lumpur this month. They include Jaya One on 14 May, Damansara Heights on 15 May, Eko Cheras on 16 May, Jalan Telawi in Bangsar on 21 May, Pavilion Bukit Jalil on 22 May and Changkat KL on 23 May.
Marketing Manager of Tiger Beer Malaysia, Julie Khan, said: “Tiger Beer was born in the tropics, and the heat has always been part of life here. What stands out is how people continue to show up, come together, and make the most of it, and Tiger Beer has always been there in those moments.”
Learn more HERE.
Michter’s hosted a tasting in KL for his special releases
Recently, Michter’s hosted a get-together at Frank’s Bar in Kuala Lumpur to unveil some of its special release whiskies. Led by Ethan Chai, Michter’s Director of International Hospitality Coverage & Asia Pacific Sales Director, the occasion featured a tasting of six products. They included Bomberger’s Declaration Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2025, Shenk’s Homestead Sour Mash Whiskey 2025, Michter’s 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Michter’s 10 Year Kentucky Straight Rye, Michter’s US*1 Barrel Strength Rye and Michter’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon.
Additionally, Ngie Kok Kiong of Frank’s Bar and his team concocted two cocktails using Michter’s — featuring both Straight Bourbon and Straight Rye from the distillery’s core US*1 range. They included the ‘Whiskey Sour’ and the ‘Banana Manhattan’. The session highlighted why the brand has been so favoured by many as well as its processes such as filtration style and lower barrelling of 51.5% ABV.
Learn more HERE.
Here’s what to know about Monkey Shoulder’s Monkey Old Fashioned Month campaign
The Old Fashioned is one of the most iconic cocktail concoctions ever and this month, Monkey Shoulder is putting its very own spin to it. Monkey Shoulder has teamed up with four bars in the Klang Valley, with each establishment creating one Monkey Old Fashioned each. They are Three X Co with ‘Sheldon’s Shoulder’, Frank’s Bar’s ‘Snicker’s Monkey Fashioned’, Benang The Second Chapter’s ‘Ceylon Fashioned’ and ENSO Izakaya & Bar’s ‘Monkey Ume’. Head over to the bars from now until 31 May 2026 to enjoy the drinks!
Learn more HERE.
Stay tuned for more #LSADrinks updates!
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Note : The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.
