Don Papa Masskara — Calamansi Citrus, Honeyed Richness, Chilli “Sting” Finish
Don Papa Masskara is a Philippine infused rum-based spirit created as a tribute to the MassKara Festival of Negros Occidental—a celebration built around finding joy in the face of adversity.
Blended with a pot-still infusion of locally sourced tropical ingredients, it highlights hand-picked calamansi for bright citrus and siling labuyo (a famously hot local chilli) for a playful late heat—bottled at 40% ABV for a rich, cocktail-capable structure.
What makes it special
- Festival-inspired edition: honours Bacolod/Negros “Festival of Smiles,” founded in 1980 during hard times
- Calamansi + siling labuyo infusion: distinctive citrus lift + a final spicy “sting”
- Often described as refined with local honey (incl. Mount Kanlaon honey references) for a rounded sweetness
- Frequently noted as rum distilled from Negros molasses, then blended with the botanical infusion
How to Enjoy
- Neat / on the rocks: best to experience the sweet citrus → honeyed depth → chilli lift
- Cocktails: excellent in a Calamansi Daiquiri, Spiced Rum Sour, or a Masskara Mojito twist (where citrus + mint amplifies the profile)
Quick Answers
- What is Don Papa Masskara? An infused rum-based spirit inspired by Negros Occidental’s MassKara Festival, built around calamansi citrus and siling labuyo spice.
- Why does it taste sweet then spicy? The profile is driven by honey/candied-fruit sweetness and sweet citrus, finishing with chilli heat.
- What’s the alcohol content? 40% ABV.
Product Specs
- Category: Infused rum-based spirit
- Origin: Philippines (Negros / Bacolod festival inspiration)
- Key infusions: Calamansi, siling labuyo (often also described with local honey)
- ABV: 40%
- Bottle size: commonly 700ml (market format may vary—confirm your SKU/label)
