jnscott4 Posted August 12, 2015 #1 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Hello All, As you can see I am new to the forums. I am also new to Royal Caribbean. I will be taking my first RCI Cruise aboard Freedom of the Seas on Sept 13. I have cruised several times in the past, but all with Carnival. I am familiar with cruising but not with the specifics of RCI. My question(s) is specifically about the Select Drink Package available on board. Forgive me if this has been answered on here before. I did a search of the forums but was unable to find the answer. Which beers are included with the package? I read somewhere that beers over 12 oz are not included? Is this correct? If so, aren't many of the beers such as Budweiser, Bud Light, Bud Light Lime, Michelob Ultra, etc. served in 16 oz aluminum cans? Does this mean they are not included with the Select Drink Package? If they are not included, then what is? I am curious to know, as I am predominately a beer drinker. I very rarely drink liquor, so a Premium or Ultimate Package would not be a good value for me. Do other beer drinkers find the Select Package to be a good deal? On a side note, does anybody have a list or a guess of which wines would be included with this package? Thanks in advance!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coralc Posted August 12, 2015 #2 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Welcome to Cruise Critic! :D All the beers onboard are pretty much included with the package. On our cruises, I haven't seen anyone with a package denied a beer because of size or even price. At worse, there might be an additional dollar or two charge. I drink Michelob. It's included. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnscott4 Posted August 12, 2015 Author #3 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Welcome to Cruise Critic! :D All the beers onboard are pretty much included with the package. On our cruises, I haven't seen anyone with a package denied a beer because of size or even price. At worse, there might be an additional dollar or two charge. I drink Michelob. It's included. :) Thanks for the response! Do you find the package to be worthwhile? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coralc Posted August 12, 2015 #4 Share Posted August 12, 2015 We do. Because I guess we drink that much on vacation and it is convenient to have a fixed cost. I get the select package and DH gets the premium. We have found our beverage costs to be very similar with or without the package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 12, 2015 #5 Share Posted August 12, 2015 There's only one beer I'm aware of that has been consistently excluded from of any package, and that is the Chimay Blue 750ml. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icsys Posted August 12, 2015 #6 Share Posted August 12, 2015 (edited) Hello All, On a side note, does anybody have a list or a guess of which wines would be included with this package? Thanks in advance!! Here's a list of the wines priced at $8 per glass ($9 inclusive of gratuity), that are generally available with the Select Package: 724 Peter Lehman, South Australia, Shiraz 133 Blackstone, California, Syrah 536 Castle Rock, California, Pinot Noir 709 Estancia, California, Pinot Noir 275 Reserve St Martin, France, Merlot 668 Clos du Bois, California, Merlot 503 Terras de los Andes, Argentina, Malbec 675 Trumpeter by Rutini, Argenitina, Malbec 636 Clos du Bois, California, Cabernet Sauvignon 671 Castle Rock, Cloumbia Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon 687 Aussieres Rouge, France, Cabernet Sauvignon 405 Kendall Jackson, California, Cabernet Sauvignon 205 Beringer, California, White Zinfandel 346 Valdo Brut, Prosecco, Veneto Italy 330 Pinot Grigio, Guala Italy 164 California Sauvignon Blanc 265 Castello del Poggio, Moscato, Italy 504 Kendal Jackson Vintner's reserve, Riesling, California 646 Penfolds Chardonnay, South Australia 658 Clos du Bois, chardonnay, California Not all wines were available in all bars. If you want a more expensive wine you are simply charged the difference in price. Wine availability may not be the same on all ships. Edited August 12, 2015 by icsys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brones Posted August 12, 2015 #7 Share Posted August 12, 2015 I am a beer lover so I bought the select pkg on our cruise last Dec. There were lots of imported and domestic beers that were all included regardless of size. (There might be one or two specialty beers in the pub that aren't covered) I found myself too full after meals to keep drinking beer, so would have a rum or whiskey. IMO The extra charge for hard liquor or blender drinks ($8-$12ish), justifies upgrading to the premium pkg., if you have one or two a day. The blender drinks were all excellent. Here is a link that shows the drink menu. http://www.cruisewithgambee.com/royal-caribbean-drink-package/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icsys Posted August 12, 2015 #8 Share Posted August 12, 2015 Be aware that the drinks menus on the above link are showing pre March 1st 2015 prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunfer Posted August 21, 2015 #9 Share Posted August 21, 2015 The description for the Select Package says it includes unlimited Sodas and non-alcholic beverages-- does it also include regular bottled water? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 21, 2015 #10 Share Posted August 21, 2015 The description for the Select Package says it includes unlimited Sodas and non-alcholic beverages-- does it also include regular bottled water? No bottled water in the Select package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunfer Posted August 21, 2015 #11 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Thanks, Bob. I like to grab a bottle of water while heading to the Cabin for the night, and one to take off the ship at the ports. We usually get the Premium Package, which I know has the bottled water. Our Alaskan cruise next week is so port intensive, I don't feel I would get my monies' worth with the Premium Package, tho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stamford57 Posted August 21, 2015 #12 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Does the Select package include Smirnoff Ice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coralc Posted August 21, 2015 #13 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Does the Select package include Smirnoff Ice? Yes it does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stamford57 Posted August 21, 2015 #14 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Yes it does. Thanks Coralc, my daughter will be pleased 😀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stamford57 Posted August 21, 2015 #15 Share Posted August 21, 2015 What about Belinis? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 21, 2015 #16 Share Posted August 21, 2015 What about Belinis? Guessing that would fall into the cocktail category and require the Premium or Ultimate package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coralc Posted August 21, 2015 #17 Share Posted August 21, 2015 What about Belinis? I wouldn't think it does, but I have never asked. The select package does include sparkling wine (up to $12) by the glass, but I don't think it really includes mixers. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankmac Posted August 21, 2015 #18 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Yes it does. Have to say I'm surprised that Smirnoff ice would be classed as beer or wine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justwanton Posted August 21, 2015 #19 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Does anyone know if they have like the apple ciders and if they are including the the select pkg? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 21, 2015 #20 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Does anyone know if they have like the apple ciders and if they are including the the select pkg? Thanks We saw Strongbow and Angry Orchard on Enchantment last week, and they we both included in the Select package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justwanton Posted August 21, 2015 #21 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Thanks so much Bob....you are a wealth of information!! Laura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coralc Posted August 22, 2015 #22 Share Posted August 22, 2015 Yes, and I am just useless or too slow. :D:):D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casinostreer Posted August 22, 2015 #23 Share Posted August 22, 2015 What about Belinis? I doubt they will have anything other than the Island Oasis Peach daiquiri mix which, when combined with sparkling wine would be CLOSE to a belini. (Probably VERY sweet.) But I doubt they will have actual peach nectar or anything natural. :-) But a sparkling wine should be included. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teecee89 Posted August 28, 2015 #24 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Is there a limit on how much you can drink? Someone told me there is a limit to 8 drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willco Posted August 29, 2015 #25 Share Posted August 29, 2015 Have to say I'm surprised that Smirnoff ice would be classed as beer or wine. Smirnoff Ice and similar drinks are malt beverages which is why they count as beers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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