colesc15 Posted February 20, 2019 #1 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Heading on symphony next weekend and wanting to try some new drinks with the drink package! Outside of the usual Miami vice etc, what are some go to drinks? I'm wanting to try some scotch and others like that, but what's the best mixers to try? Jack and coke has been my go to. The drink menu at Boleros looks interesting. Looking for lots of ideas! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
37645 Posted February 20, 2019 #2 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Interested in this as well since the drink menus are very limited recently with mixed drinks compared to how they used to be. Gotta get some ideas that aren’t listed on there :)Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted February 20, 2019 #3 Share Posted February 20, 2019 The last few favorite drink threads: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2626467-favorite-drinks/?tab=comments#comment-56612969 https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2599323-what-is-your-favorite-drinks-to-get-on-royal/?tab=comments#comment-56062218 https://boards.cruisecritic.com/topic/2573939-favorite-drink/?tab=comments#comment-55492186 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted February 20, 2019 #4 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Package is great covers almost every drink other than really high end 15 year or older scotch , even includes 18 year old chevis regal. We pay extra for some of the better wines and once in a while 21 year old scotch like blue. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colesc15 Posted February 20, 2019 Author #5 Share Posted February 20, 2019 1 minute ago, George C said: Package is great covers almost every drink other than really high end 15 year or older scotch , even includes 18 year old chevis regal. We pay extra for some of the better wines and once in a while 21 year old scotch like blue. Since I'm not a scotch drinker (at least not yet lol) do you drink it just straight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colesc15 Posted February 20, 2019 Author #6 Share Posted February 20, 2019 12 minutes ago, Host Clarea said: The last few favorite drink threads: I know I know.. But those all go towards the frozen stuff which I've done many times 🙂 I'm hoping more mixer related 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lwrsail Posted February 20, 2019 #7 Share Posted February 20, 2019 I have been compiling a list to try on our upcoming cruise in March...give them a try! Frozen BBC - Bailey's Banana Colada. Mudslide CocoLoco Spiced Daiquiri Miami vice Royal Gold Rita Frozen Vodka Lemonade with mandarin orange vodka Lava flow Cocktails Ultimate Mai Tai Blue Hawaii Cocktail Painkiller Caribbean Cooler Tropical Sunset Caribbean Tea Cape Cod Pirate Rum Runner Island Fusion Rum Runner Bushwacker Tropical Old Fashioned Port Side Punch Citrus Cooler Bahama Mama rocks Moscow mule Labadoozie Martinis Chocolate Martini Cosmopolitan Red Velvet Cake Martini Caribbean Sling Cosmo Pomegranate Lemon Drop martini key lime pie martini Bikini Martini French Martini 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted February 20, 2019 #8 Share Posted February 20, 2019 (edited) 37 minutes ago, colesc15 said: Since I'm not a scotch drinker (at least not yet lol) do you drink it just straight? I normally drink it with a little ice, sometimes with club soda, but you can get high end Margherita or almost anything else with package , fun place to try new drinks because if you do not like it you can just order something else. Most bartenders can help you choose. You should just start with the list above that should be good for day one at least. Edited February 20, 2019 by George C 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merion_Mom Posted February 20, 2019 #9 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Broaden your horizons. Try a Negroni. 😄 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
37645 Posted February 20, 2019 #10 Share Posted February 20, 2019 5 minutes ago, lwrsail said: I have been compiling a list to try on our upcoming cruise in March...give them a try! Frozen BBC - Bailey's Banana Colada. Mudslide CocoLoco Spiced Daiquiri Miami vice Royal Gold Rita Frozen Vodka Lemonade with mandarin orange vodka Lava flow Cocktails Ultimate Mai Tai Blue Hawaii Cocktail Painkiller Caribbean Cooler Tropical Sunset Caribbean Tea Cape Cod Pirate Rum Runner Island Fusion Rum Runner Bushwacker Tropical Old Fashioned Port Side Punch Citrus Cooler Bahama Mama rocks Moscow mule Labadoozie Martinis Chocolate Martini Cosmopolitan Red Velvet Cake Martini Caribbean Sling Cosmo Pomegranate Lemon Drop martini key lime pie martini Bikini Martini French Martini Cool list. I would like to add to that a blue Hawaiian which is usually a frozen drink 🙂, at least that’s been my experience on RCL. That’s my go to drink on cruises cause it’s so good. Happy Cruising. thanks for sharing this great list. 🙂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted February 20, 2019 #11 Share Posted February 20, 2019 My favorite pool drink is frozen mojito 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
askfrog Posted February 20, 2019 #12 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Lavender martinis are really good too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colesc15 Posted February 20, 2019 Author #13 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Loving this so far! What's a negroni? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighlandBoy Posted February 20, 2019 #14 Share Posted February 20, 2019 10 hours ago, colesc15 said: Since I'm not a scotch drinker (at least not yet lol) do you drink it just straight? If it's a Malt whisky then I will either drink it straight or with just a small splash of water, never any ice. Ice tends to constrict the aroma and taste were as water will enhance it a bit. For a blend then yes I will use a mixer either coke or lemonade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare kernow Posted February 20, 2019 #15 Share Posted February 20, 2019 10 hours ago, colesc15 said: Since I'm not a scotch drinker (at least not yet lol) do you drink it just straight? Both DH and my dad are Scotch drinkers and when they have it with a mixer they get ginger ale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colesc15 Posted February 20, 2019 Author #16 Share Posted February 20, 2019 So many options I never thought of! I can't remember, where's the best bar on symphony to see the ocean? I remember on allure there were a lot of bars that were interior Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted February 20, 2019 #17 Share Posted February 20, 2019 5 minutes ago, colesc15 said: So many options I never thought of! I can't remember, where's the best bar on symphony to see the ocean? I remember on allure there were a lot of bars that were interior Same situation on Symphony. Very few public spaces with outside views, unless you have access to Viking Crown. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colesc15 Posted February 20, 2019 Author #18 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Is the viking lounge only open to suite guests and pinnacle now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CNickMN Posted February 20, 2019 #19 Share Posted February 20, 2019 12 hours ago, Merion_Mom said: Broaden your horizons. Try a Negroni. 😄 That was my first thought too! For those who are unfamiliar, essentially, it's one part Campari, one part sweet vermouth, one part gin, served with an orange slice. Campari is a bright-red liquor that is bitter/herbal/vaguely sweet. A negroni is a strong drink, so I often opt for a Campari and club soda, sometimes with a splash of sweet vermouth. As for other drinks to try: I will say that their Ultimate Mai Tai is the best mai tai I've ever tasted. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colesc15 Posted February 20, 2019 Author #20 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Is the negroni available at any bar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CNickMN Posted February 20, 2019 #21 Share Posted February 20, 2019 1 hour ago, colesc15 said: Is the negroni available at any bar? As long as the bar has a bottle of Campari. The poolside bars might not be able to make you one, as it's much more of an evening cocktail than a poolside drink. But I've never had an issue with getting a drink with Campari in any of the inside bars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRF Posted February 20, 2019 #22 Share Posted February 20, 2019 19 hours ago, colesc15 said: Since I'm not a scotch drinker (at least not yet lol) do you drink it just straight? For good Scotch, yes. NO ice. A bit of water will enhance the flavors and aromas. For cheap Scotch, you will NEED to mix it. 😄 I have not seen anything on board that I would call a GOOD Scotch whisky. But I am pretty seriously into them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colesc15 Posted February 20, 2019 Author #23 Share Posted February 20, 2019 Viking crown lounge.. Is that only for suites now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare vacationlover_mn Posted February 20, 2019 #24 Share Posted February 20, 2019 One sad thing I noticed on Symphony- the drinks seemed VERY light on the booze 😞 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted February 20, 2019 #25 Share Posted February 20, 2019 22 minutes ago, colesc15 said: Viking crown lounge.. Is that only for suites now? Yes, on Oasis class, Grand Suites (or better) and Pinnacle. JS guests can also be up there for their Coastal Kitchen dinners. Other ships still have portions open for all cruisers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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