Lived in the Philippines for 9 years. Never once tried this dreg.
In other regions they call this stuff Tuba. Manila and the surrounding areas are like any other large city. Filled with con artists and scumbags.
Self preservation and situational awareness is crucial to survival. Anything less, whether you’re a native or a visitor is dangerously foolish.
BTW, just because someone may be a friend or relative does not change the above advice. In fact, it should enhance ones awareness,
Cynical? Perhaps. But, cynicism has served many a old man very well.
Lived in the Philippines for 9 years. Never once tried this dreg.
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I was in and out of there for 4 years (58-62) and don’t think I tried any of this.
Tried most anything at that time.
Eating ‘fried treats’ on the streets of Olongapo allows me to say I have probably eaten most ‘anything’.
Green San Magoo was always good for last night in port...Really ‘felt’ it next AM when getting underway. Most everyone walking around like zombies..
AH...good times...