I feel that I am starting to be unreasonable in my expectations but like you have said, I don't mind paying more if I really want something but the fact that the new menu has purposefully added a dollar above the price to be included for cocktails does not sit well in principle. Yes, they are probably overcharged and sweet as but as a first time cruiser and first time X it would have just been nice to experience the menu without worry. I still can't comprehend the change in the same wine being $16 last month a glass and now $30 a glass.
I don't want go be a grump but our total for this trip is approaching £30K with cruise, flights, accommodation and extras so far. Still have the visas to pay for and this has just come as an added blow for us.