It was a glorious day as Manila’s leading lifestyle engagers and nightlife impresarios blazed the greens of Alabang Country Club for the 5th Grey Goose Invitational. The annual event saw 30 teams competing for the top position in the tournament.
Grey Goose vodka, considered by many as the world’s best tasting vodka is made in Cognac, France, home to the world’s most respected experts in spirits making. The vodka benefits from the region’s rich history of creating luxury foods, wines, and spirits. The maître de chai (cellar master) for Grey Goose vodka ensures that every element of its production is of the highest quality. He selects 100 percent of the finest French wheat and employs an exclusive five-step distillation process to concentrate its exceptional flavor. Pure spring water naturally filtered through champagne limestone is then blended with the spirit. Only when the spirit has reached its optimal taste is the maître de chai truly satisfied.
Notable personalities who took part in the tourney included Louie Ysmael, Chito Melo, GP Reyes, Mike Floro, VJ Vergel De Dios, Edwin Dazo, Noel Del Rosario, Anton and Charles Palanca, Alfie Tiaoqui, Calvin Li, Jon Naval, Mike Besa, Howard Co, Jay Server, Michael Kho, and Jun Yupitun. Also present were Thai Airways GM Sern Chupikulchai, Thai Ambassador Prasas Prasasvinitchai, and celebrity golfers Ogie Alcasid, Epi Quizon, and Ira Cruz, among many others.
“Grey Goose is today one of the top luxury icons in the world and proactively connects and engages with consumers who love life, lead in life, and who seek the best, and our participating golfers here in Manila epitomize just that,†said Sanjit Randhawa, country manager, Philippines & Indonesia.
As further shared by Bobby Campos, Bacardi Martini Brands commercial manager, “Grey Goose is a natural fit with the sport, as the brand’s image fires up the competitive spirit for the sport. This year’s tournament was truly momentous with 30 teams participating and we look forward to an even more exciting one next year.â€
This year’s top placers include: Raymund Sangil, Overall Low Gross; Thirdy Escano, Class A Champion; Jere Fregil, Class B Champion; Calvin Li, Class C Champion; Finina Gorres, Ladies Champion. This year’s 5th Grey Goose Invitational Champion Team is L1 comprised of Bones Floro, Thirdy Escano, Michael Kho, and Heinz Gobing.
Another exciting twist to this year’s edition was the fun and excitement that continued with the awarding and 19th hole celebration at the Jaguar/Land Rover showroom which was transformed into a plush Grey Goose lounge for the evening. Guests were treated to a sumptuous buffet and served with free flowing Grey Goose signature cocktails that included the “Back Nine†and the “Grey 19th Hole.†The program was hosted by Carla Dunareanu who further spiced up the evening by rendering several musical numbers. Adding fun and surprises were the exceptional prizes amply provided by event partners Thai Airways, Jaguar/Land Rover, Raffles & Fairmont Makati, Club Car, U-Boat, Super Sunglasses, The Suriya Spa, Tumi Luggages and Braun Shavers. This year’s official media partner is Metro Society magazine.
This early, participants are already blocking off their schedules for next year.