twangster Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 Fresh off Navigator in March 2019 here is the latest version of the drink menu found on many ships. It's largely unchanged from 2017 but prices have been updated. CazV, FManke, SummerJoy72 and 10 others 8 4 1 Quote
Sh2738 Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 Thanks for posting these. Disappointed that they are still so limited with the drink menus. I miss the old ones that had many pages especially of tropical frozen drinks to have more variety of what you can get like blue Hawaiians and lava flows. Maybe one day they would return to this NJCruisers 1 Quote
NJCruisers Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 14 minutes ago, Sh2738 said: Thanks for posting these. Disappointed that they are still so limited with the drink menus. I miss the old ones that had many pages especially of tropical frozen drinks to have more variety of what you can get like blue Hawaiians and lava flows. Maybe one day they would return to this Yes! I've been looking for those myself and thought it was just me not having any luck finding them. Quote
AshleyDillo Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 30 minutes ago, Sh2738 said: Thanks for posting these. Disappointed that they are still so limited with the drink menus. I miss the old ones that had many pages especially of tropical frozen drinks to have more variety of what you can get like blue Hawaiians and lava flows. Maybe one day they would return to this Most of the bars have specialty drink menus now and if they have a blender they can make your tropical frozen drink. Not all bars have the blenders, so I guess they didn't make it into the standard menu. Quote
twangster Posted March 19, 2019 Author Report Posted March 19, 2019 Also consider this isn't the extent of drinks they can make. They can make just about any drink. The drink menu is to give people something to look at to help them decide. It would be impossible to list every possible drink that a bartender can make. SummerJoy72, CazV and JennyB 2 1 Quote
Orange Crush Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 Is the drink package cap still $12/drink, or did they bump it up to $13 like the Oasises & Quantums? Quote
NJCruisers Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 3 minutes ago, Orange Crush said: Is the drink package cap still $12/drink, or did they bump it up to $13 like the Oasises & Quantums? I'm going on Freedom and my cap is listed at $12. for a Nov. sail date. Quote
twangster Posted March 19, 2019 Author Report Posted March 19, 2019 5 minutes ago, Orange Crush said: Is the drink package cap still $12/drink, or did they bump it up to $13 like the Oasises & Quantums? That's a great question that I should have asked more about on board Navigator. In the Bamboo Room $14 drinks cost me an extra $1 with the DX package. However I didn't try going over at other bars. Anthem was $13 in practice even thought the terms and conditions stated $12. Carlos A. and CazV 2 Quote
AshleyDillo Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 8 minutes ago, twangster said: Anthem was $13 in practice even thought the terms and conditions stated $12. Mariner did this too...all the T&C on all the drink package promo material all over the ship stated $12 but the limit was $13. Quote
CGTLH Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 Will confirm, at least on Mariner, it is $13 getting covered. This was verified with one of the bartenders at the Pub. Same deal as @twangster in the Bamboo Room. The $14 drinks rang up as $1.18. Another FYI sales tax was charged on overages the first day while still in Miami. Another credit to the Bamboo Room folks, they were informing drink package holders about the overage on those drinks. JennyB and CazV 1 1 Quote
Linda216 Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 So then these premium drinks listed under each liquor, should be covered in the drink package? Will a bartender mind that question, before I down 4 of them? Quote
twangster Posted March 19, 2019 Author Report Posted March 19, 2019 1 minute ago, Linda216 said: So then these premium drinks listed under each liquor, should be covered in the drink package? Will a bartender mind that question, before I down 4 of them? Never hurts to ask, but you can't order 4 drinks at once with the drink package. If there is an overage you'll get a paper bill to sign with each of your four drinks as you sit there and drink them. Most bartenders will tell you "That isn't covered by the package, it will be $x". Like if you order a $17 glass of wine. Quote
JohnK6404 Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 ... that's it? Not much of a selection! LOL! Thank you for posting this @twangster... answers my earlier questions regarding what is included other than the brands/types of alcohol listed in the Cruise Planner under the deluxe package. So many options just on that menu! Quote
Linda216 Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 24 minutes ago, twangster said: Never hurts to ask, but you can't order 4 drinks at once with the drink package. I’ll have to pack wigs and hats. CazV and JennyB 2 Quote
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 19, 2019 Report Posted March 19, 2019 8 minutes ago, Linda216 said: I’ll have to pack wigs and hats. That won't work lol. You have to show one sea pass card per drink order. Quote
RG0592 Posted March 20, 2019 Report Posted March 20, 2019 Excited for my first RCCL cruise - Symphony of the Seas this summer! We purchased the Deluxe Beverage Package when they were having a BOGO 50% off promotion. My question... I understand the package covers drinks up to $13. If I order a glass of Prosecco that's $15, will they charge me $2? Or will I be charged the full price for beverages over the $13 limit?? Quote
CGTLH Posted March 20, 2019 Report Posted March 20, 2019 41 minutes ago, RG0592 said: If I order a glass of Prosecco that's $15, will they charge me $2? You would be charged the $2 overage plus the gratuity on the overage. JennyB and RG0592 1 1 Quote
12thman Posted March 20, 2019 Report Posted March 20, 2019 19 hours ago, twangster said: Fresh off Navigator in March 2019 here is the latest version of the drink menu found on many ships. It's largely unchanged from 2017 but prices have been updated. Thank you for posting! Taking a cruise in Sept, not worth getting the deluxe drink package. Nice to know how much a glass of wine will be. twangster 1 Quote
IRMO12HD Posted March 20, 2019 Report Posted March 20, 2019 Thanks for posting current prices. We're heading out on Oasis in April on a Transatlantic; we've done the Deluxe package before, but the prospect of shelling out over $700 each has me considering trying to take advantage of Happy Hours, Drink of the Day, and C&A coupons . . . Kirsten 1 Quote
KristiZ Posted March 20, 2019 Report Posted March 20, 2019 2 hours ago, IRMO12HD said: Thanks for posting current prices. We're heading out on Oasis in April on a Transatlantic; we've done the Deluxe package before, but the prospect of shelling out over $700 each has me considering trying to take advantage of Happy Hours, Drink of the Day, and C&A coupons . . . And watch for (or ask, I have had them do it for me even if it's not advertised) the punch card offers once you're onboard. They make my call drink of choice (Patron and Grand Marnier rocks margarita) only ~$9 instead of $14! IMHO, the drink packages can be worth it if 1) you have a lot of sea days or 2) you can catch a big sale on the price. Otherwise, I can drink a lot of tasty things for less money overall. And trust me, the DH and I have done extensive testing and cost comparisons! Haha! IRMO12HD 1 Quote
NJCruisers Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 I haven't cruised in almost 10 years, but I remember every night at dinner our group had the shot of the day or something in those metal shot glasses - is that still a thing and is it included in the drink package w/o the souvenir glass? I think they were called Loving Cups or something corny like that. Quote
foxrunner Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 Do they offer beer on tap or is it all in a can or bottle? Does anyone know if a list of the beers on tap exist? I would imagine the tap run would vary based on which bar you were in. Quote
twangster Posted March 21, 2019 Author Report Posted March 21, 2019 28 minutes ago, NJCruisers said: I haven't cruised in almost 10 years, but I remember every night at dinner our group had the shot of the day or something in those metal shot glasses - is that still a thing and is it included in the drink package w/o the souvenir glass? I think they were called Loving Cups or something corny like that. Shots at dinner is not like it used to be. Infrequently a shot may be offered at dinner but I see this less and less. The drink package never covers specialty drinks that come in a souvenir glass or cup. The drinks in a Pineapple for example, or Coco Locco's / Labradoozies in souvenir cups at CocoCay / Labadee. You can ask for the same drink in a regular cup and those are included in the package, but never in any souvenir cup. In some cases the souvenir drinks are available as a discounted price for drink packages. Best to ask if you want a souvenir drink and you have a drink package. 10 minutes ago, foxrunner said: Do they offer beer on tap or is it all in a can or bottle? Does anyone know if a list of the beers on tap exist? I would imagine the tap run would vary based on which bar you were in. Beer on tap varies by ship and bar but generally speaking it's very limited. Most ships offer something like Heineken, Heineken Light and Strongbow cider on tap. Some ships have a brown ale on tap. Most craft beers are served from cans or bottles. Generally speaking the draught beer offerings are very limited. NJCruisers 1 Quote
AshleyDillo Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 8 minutes ago, foxrunner said: Do they offer beer on tap or is it all in a can or bottle? Does anyone know if a list of the beers on tap exist? I would imagine the tap run would vary based on which bar you were in. They do have draft beer..and yes, it is dependent on the venue and the ship and availability. I don't know of a comprehensive list and even when I've seen a bar menu on board with draft selections they often weren't correct or a tap was out. I didn't pay attention on Mariner this past weekend but the Pub had different beers on draft than Playmakers..I think the Pub had Strongbow and Heineken while Playmakers had Blue Moon, Sam Adams, Heineken, Ballast Point Grapefruit Sculpin. Quote
DublinFC Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 @twangster Great post with the menus. One glaring omission though. Guinness. Can ya get a pint on board? Was happy to see the Jameson though! Quote
twangster Posted March 21, 2019 Author Report Posted March 21, 2019 Just now, DublinFC said: @twangster Great post with the menus. One glaring omission though. Guinness. Can ya get a pint on board? Was happy to see the Jameson though! I've had great success getting Guinness in a can on many ships but never on tap. DublinFC 1 Quote
DublinFC Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 6 minutes ago, twangster said: I've had great success getting Guinness in a can on many ships but never on tap. Not the worst news ive ever heard. thanks for the info. SpeedNoodles 1 Quote
Wilmsta Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 They had Guinness on tap in the pub on Indy last summer. However it wasn't poured correctly for either of the 2 pints I tried. Maybe I should of had a word with the barman and advised him how it's meant to be poured (rather than just straight up) but the bar was far too busy. DublinFC and SpeedNoodles 2 Quote
DublinFC Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 20 minutes ago, Wilmsta said: They had Guinness on tap in the pub on Indy last summer. However it wasn't poured correctly for either of the 2 pints I tried. Maybe I should of had a word with the barman and advised him how it's meant to be poured (rather than just straight up) but the bar was far too busy. I am a very picky Guinness drinker as well. I think I would have had a word with them when it was less crowded. I don't mind waiting for it to be done right. I do get they are busy people and trying to get everyone's orders though. Wilmsta 1 Quote
IRMO12HD Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 Thanks to the contributions of twangster and KristiZ, and the recognition that we will have 10 sea days, I took the plunge (so to speak) and got the DBP! I called RCL, as I only wanted the DBP, and my husband wanted the Voom+DBP; no way to do that on Cruise Planner, but no problem with the RCL Customer Service agent. I'm ready to start on my next DBP Exploration List . . . WAAAYTOOO, twangster and DublinFC 3 Quote
twangster Posted March 21, 2019 Author Report Posted March 21, 2019 1 hour ago, Wilmsta said: They had Guinness on tap in the pub on Indy last summer. However it wasn't poured correctly for either of the 2 pints I tried. Maybe I should of had a word with the barman and advised him how it's meant to be poured (rather than just straight up) but the bar was far too busy. Was that cruise from Southampton? If so glad to see they place a proper beer on tap when in the UK. Indy out of FL in January didn't have Guinness on tap. While they exist it's hard to find Guinness on tap at land pubs in the US. Quote
Lovetocruise2002 Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 4 hours ago, NJCruisers said: I haven't cruised in almost 10 years, but I remember every night at dinner our group had the shot of the day or something in those metal shot glasses - is that still a thing and is it included in the drink package w/o the souvenir glass? I think they were called Loving Cups or something corny like that. The Loving Cups are extinct. I collected those. So sad to see them go.... Quote
Wilmsta Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 2 hours ago, twangster said: Was that cruise from Southampton? If so glad to see they place a proper beer on tap when in the UK. Indy out of FL in January didn't have Guinness on tap. While they exist it's hard to find Guinness on tap at land pubs in the US. Yes Twangster, it was from Southampton. So maybe a departing UK thing? I assume then that I should not expect to see draft Guinness available when we are on Adventure in a couple of weeks time! Quote
twangster Posted March 21, 2019 Author Report Posted March 21, 2019 1 minute ago, Wilmsta said: Yes Twangster, it was from Southampton. So maybe a departing UK thing? I assume then that I should not expect to see draft Guinness available when we are on Adventure in a couple of weeks time! I hope you do! ...but I wouldn't expect to find Guinness draught on Adventure. The cans they have are those 'widget' draught cans that are common in the states. The world famous Guinness widget uses an ingenious nitrogen filled capsule that surges with bubbles when the ring pull is opened – replicating the draught experience in a can. https://www.guinness.com/en-us/our-craft/guinness-draught-can-ball/ Quote
Wilmsta Posted March 21, 2019 Report Posted March 21, 2019 13 minutes ago, twangster said: I hope you do! ...but I wouldn't expect to find Guinness draught on Adventure. The cans they have are those 'widget' draught cans that are common in the states. The world famous Guinness widget uses an ingenious nitrogen filled capsule that surges with bubbles when the ring pull is opened – replicating the draught experience in a can. https://www.guinness.com/en-us/our-craft/guinness-draught-can-ball/ A widget Guinness isn’t too bad - I’ve actually got the Guinness Surger unit at home which replicates the ‘surge’ when combined with the specific Guinness Surger cans - still no replacement for a well poured pint tho! twangster 1 Quote
twangster Posted March 21, 2019 Author Report Posted March 21, 2019 @Wilmsta - I am holding you accountable for this. All this talk of Guinness made me thirsty so I ran out to the store. New can I've never seen before. Wilmsta, The Cruise Junkie, KathyC and 1 other 3 1 Quote
Wilmsta Posted March 22, 2019 Report Posted March 22, 2019 6 hours ago, twangster said: @Wilmsta - I am holding you accountable for this. All this talk of Guinness made me thirsty so I ran out to the store. New can I've never seen before. Cool looking can! Quote
NJCruisers Posted March 22, 2019 Report Posted March 22, 2019 17 hours ago, Lovetocruise2002 said: The Loving Cups are extinct. I collected those. So sad to see them go.... I cleaned out not too long ago, saved one in each color and donated the rest with a whole bunch of other stuff to goodwill. Not sure why we started a shot glass collection when we got married but we have so many now and I was worried that they may have changed the look of the cup and hubby would want to get one every night again! Quote
WAAAYTOOO Posted March 22, 2019 Report Posted March 22, 2019 We still have a bunch of those shot glasses. Don't know why we're keeping them....but we have them. Quote
marti314 Posted March 22, 2019 Report Posted March 22, 2019 21 hours ago, DublinFC said: @twangster Great post with the menus. One glaring omission though. Guinness. Can ya get a pint on board? Was happy to see the Jameson though! There is no Guinness on draft. You can get it in a can and pour it perfectly yourself.. Quote
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