donnalouise9 Posted July 15, 2015 #1 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Going on Britannia for my first ever cruise on Saturday. I'm not much of a drinker, have the rare glass of wine. Can anyone recommend me a good drink to celebrate when i get on board, a cocktail of some kind perhaps? I love berry flavours, citrus, fruity, sweet- but know nothing about drinks (not a big fan of champagne). Recommendations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORT ROYAL Posted July 15, 2015 #2 Share Posted July 15, 2015 Going on Britannia for my first ever cruise on Saturday. I'm not much of a drinker, have the rare glass of wine. Can anyone recommend me a good drink to celebrate when i get on board, a cocktail of some kind perhaps? I love berry flavours, citrus, fruity, sweet- but know nothing about drinks (not a big fan of champagne). Recommendations? Sweet? Then do what we do on Cunard. In your carryon take a good Rum (not megabucks), and suggest El Dorado 1980 or Pyrat Cask. Let it warm in the glass and enjoy on your balcony as a sailaway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vampire Parrot Posted July 15, 2015 #3 Share Posted July 15, 2015 (edited) Going on Britannia for my first ever cruise on Saturday. I'm not much of a drinker, have the rare glass of wine. Can anyone recommend me a good drink to celebrate when i get on board, a cocktail of some kind perhaps? I love berry flavours, citrus, fruity, sweet- but know nothing about drinks (not a big fan of champagne). Recommendations? A champagne-and-pineapple-juice would I think hit the spot; citrus, sweetness of pineapple; and a gentle taste of champagne. It's a drink I've introduced quite a few friends to who don't usually drink alcohol and prefer sweet to dry drinks.... alas, by the end of the cruise they still like pineapple juice and champagne, 1% pineapple, 99% champagne :o Edited July 15, 2015 by Vampire Parrot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarah&steve Posted July 16, 2015 #4 Share Posted July 16, 2015 I like sweet drinks and love Mojitos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groovechick Posted July 16, 2015 #5 Share Posted July 16, 2015 My daughter's not much of a drinker and loves exactly the same flavours as you. Her fave is a cocktail they make on board called A Summer's Love - Grey Goose Pear Vodka, apple juice and elderflower. Not too alcoholic, slightly sweet and fruity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruzseeka Posted July 16, 2015 #6 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Sweet? Then do what we do on Cunard. In your carryon take a good Rum (not megabucks), and suggest El Dorado 1980 or Pyrat Cask. Let it warm in the glass and enjoy on your balcony as a sailaway. :confused: Hardly fulfils the brief one thinks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruzseeka Posted July 16, 2015 #7 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Going on Britannia for my first ever cruise on Saturday. I'm not much of a drinker, have the rare glass of wine. Can anyone recommend me a good drink to celebrate when i get on board, a cocktail of some kind perhaps? I love berry flavours, citrus, fruity, sweet- but know nothing about drinks (not a big fan of champagne). Recommendations? Planter's Punch is rum based but contains orange and/or pineapple juice and grenadine. Perhaps worth a try? In the Caribbean, especially on the beach, I enjoy a Bahama Mama which is similar to the one above but with coconut rum added. It's not on P&O's cocktail list but bar staff are often prepared to mix whatever for you. Enjoy your cruise - and sampling the cocktails!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORT ROYAL Posted July 16, 2015 #8 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Going on Britannia for my first ever cruise on Saturday. I'm not much of a drinker, have the rare glass of wine. Can anyone recommend me a good drink to celebrate when i get on board, a cocktail of some kind perhaps? I love berry flavours, citrus, fruity, sweet- but know nothing about drinks (not a big fan of champagne). Recommendations? As Champagne and hard liquor are not really required. Best suggestion - go to the cocktail bar yourself - look at the cocktail menu - choose the mixture of "berry flavours" you actually like - then order the cocktail, but prefixing with the word "Virgin" (without alcohol). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarah&steve Posted July 16, 2015 #9 Share Posted July 16, 2015 That sounds lovely I will look out for that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donnalouise9 Posted July 16, 2015 Author #10 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Some great ideas here thanks! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PORT ROYAL Posted July 16, 2015 #11 Share Posted July 16, 2015 As Champagne and hard liquor are not really required.Best suggestion - go to the cocktail bar yourself - look at the cocktail menu - choose the mixture of "berry flavours" you actually like - then order the cocktail, but prefixing with the word "Virgin" (without alcohol). PS The price will be less as no alcohol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronte30 Posted July 16, 2015 #12 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Caribbean Cruise. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indiana123 Posted July 16, 2015 #13 Share Posted July 16, 2015 P and O do a great French Martini. Must get round to booking another cruise so I can have some more!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaceyar Posted July 16, 2015 #14 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Lots of mocktails to choose from. Sent from my XT1039 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soobs Posted July 16, 2015 #15 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Gin, bitter lemon and orange juice - Clementine nice fruity drink Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sea Green Posted July 16, 2015 #16 Share Posted July 16, 2015 If you like non-alcoholic mocktails, a Pussyfoot will have flavours you like Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedEarth Posted July 16, 2015 #17 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Strawberry Daiquiri was the cocktail I kept going back to again and again, delicious! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarnhamDave Posted July 17, 2015 #18 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Pint of peroni .lovely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donnalouise9 Posted July 17, 2015 Author #19 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Hmm I think I'll try a different one every day.. ! Some great suggestions here! Can't wait till tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruzseeka Posted July 17, 2015 #20 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Hmm I think I'll try a different one every day.. ! Some great suggestions here! Can't wait till tomorrow! Sounds like a plan! Have a wondeful time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caroline135 Posted July 17, 2015 #21 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Anyone know if they do frozen cocktails? Can't remember seeing any on oceana last year but it was late October! Going in Azura next month. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silversurf Posted July 17, 2015 #22 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Raspberry crème brulee. Heavan in a glass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sanjam cruisers Posted July 17, 2015 #23 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Hi Caroline 135 They will do frozen cocktails if you ask especially in the Glasshouse, I am quite partial to the odd frozen Magharita. Do enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caroline135 Posted July 17, 2015 #24 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Sounds lovely thanks sanjam ... & thanks donnalouise for starting it off, can't wait to try a few [emoji484] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gymbod Posted July 17, 2015 #25 Share Posted July 17, 2015 Horizon paper (ships news you get daily in your cabin) advertise a different 'cocktail and mocktail of the day' every day :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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