dortrust Posted February 16, 2016 #1 Share Posted February 16, 2016 I have never tried a martini! What are the best kind and do they qualify with the UBP. 60 years old and it is on my bucket list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daffodiliaz Posted February 16, 2016 #2 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Chocolate martini! Yum! I don't think they are on the martini menus but I've never had a problem ordering one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dortrust Posted February 16, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Do they fall within the $ for the UBP? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesea777 Posted February 16, 2016 #4 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Do they fall within the $ for the UBP? Yes, most martinis do. I suggest you try Cosmopolitan as your starter martini, to get an idea, and then try others one by one! Be aware, any drinks that include specialty coffee are not included in UBP. Also, flights of 6 small martini tasters are not included in UBP either. We cruise NCL for the martinis (amongst other things). ENJOY!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeyetlse Posted February 16, 2016 #5 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Be aware, any drinks that include specialty coffee are not included in UBP. This is not true, or no longer true, at least in my recent experience and according to other reports. (See this thread for example.) The espresso martini is not listed in the martini bar menu anymore, but they may still make you one if they have the ingredients. It was never made with fresh espresso, or any kind of espresso (again in my experience), so the UBP restriction should not come into play here.Also, flights of 6 small martini tasters are not included in UBP either.UBP holders in the past were offered 20% of the menu price of flights (martini, mojito, wine, etc.), don't know if that is still the case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IsanTom Posted February 16, 2016 #6 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Yes, most martinis do. I suggest you try Cosmopolitan as your starter martini, to get an idea, and then try others one by one! Be aware, any drinks that include specialty coffee are not included in UBP. Also, flights of 6 small martini tasters are not included in UBP either. We cruise NCL for the martinis (amongst other things). ENJOY!! One olive, splash of dry vermouth and Bombay Gin! You'll these! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coka Posted February 16, 2016 #7 Share Posted February 16, 2016 I have never tried a martini! What are the best kind and do they qualify with the UBP. 60 years old and it is on my bucket list. What is your usual choice of beverage? If never tried an original martini, it might not be good a idea unless you like gin. If you like vodka, then try a vodka martini. Now...there are many fru fru martinis that are not a true martini but are served in the martini glasses. My favorites are: French Kiss, Cosmopolitan, Chocolate Martini. The martini menu will have all the ingredients listed so it is fun to review and make a choice based on what looks good. coka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisejunkie76 Posted February 16, 2016 #8 Share Posted February 16, 2016 I once had a Apple Martini oboard. Was great. as in one post before, I would start with a Cosmopolitan. It's fruity. The "pure" Martini is to dry for me :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvsullivan Posted February 16, 2016 #9 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Yes, most martinis do. I suggest you try Cosmopolitan as your starter martini, to get an idea, and then try others one by one! Be aware, any drinks that include specialty coffee are not included in UBP. Also, flights of 6 small martini tasters are not included in UBP either. We cruise NCL for the martinis (amongst other things). ENJOY!! I can't imagine any drink that would include specialty coffee's. Specialty coffee that is being referenced are something along the lines of a cafe mocha etc. Those are not part of most/any cocktail. The exclusion mentioning specialty coffee is to exclude folks going to a coffee bar and trying to get a mocha etc. Mixed drinks that include coffee are certainly part of UBP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyCapn Posted February 16, 2016 #10 Share Posted February 16, 2016 If you're not into sweet drinks, there's always the dirty martini: the classic martini with a splash of brine from the olive jar. But... that probably won't be one you'll want to try as a starter. Since you have the UBP, make sure to order using a top-shelf vodka (Ketel One, Grey Goose etc.) or gin (Bombay Sapphire, Tanqueray) as these will still be under the $15 limit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeyetlse Posted February 16, 2016 #11 Share Posted February 16, 2016 They do offer some cocktails made with hot espresso. There is a short menu of them at the Atrium bar, things like Irish Coffee, Grasshopper, Mississippi Mud. Included under the UBP, at least the last few times I've sailed, and not only in the Atrium bar, but wherever they have espresso (there is a machine at the pool bar on the Epic, in the MDR/restaurants, etc.). But not at the Martini bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzin Posted February 16, 2016 #12 Share Posted February 16, 2016 I once had a Apple Martini oboard. Was great. as in one post before, I would start with a Cosmopolitan. It's fruity. The "pure" Martini is to dry for me :D An appletini was my first - on a cruise ship many years ago - and I've been hooked ever since. I too prefer those with a fruity base. Lemon Drops are my current favorite....yummy lemonade for grown ups! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobstheboy Posted February 16, 2016 #13 Share Posted February 16, 2016 One olive, splash of dry vermouth and Bombay Gin! You'll these! My favourite ! I like 3 olives though. On the Epic in just over 2 weeks and hope the barmen are the same as in December, they knew exactly how I liked them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddysdaddy Posted February 16, 2016 #14 Share Posted February 16, 2016 One olive, splash of dry vermouth and Bombay Gin! You'll these! This is bad, bad advice. OP please ignore!!!! What you really want is a splash of dry vermouth, Bombay Sapphire and three olives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerman2 Posted February 16, 2016 #15 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Chocolate, Appletini, Dirty Maritini ( Grey Goose with a little olive juice) are all very good! Appletini I usually ask for Washington Apple Martini! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddysdaddy Posted February 16, 2016 #16 Share Posted February 16, 2016 My favourite ! I like 3 olives though. Perhaps I should have scrolled to the end of the thread before responding above... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LrgPizza Posted February 16, 2016 #17 Share Posted February 16, 2016 There is one called an Aviator Martini, which got it's name because it tastes like jet fuel. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseygirl111 Posted February 16, 2016 #18 Share Posted February 16, 2016 One olive, splash of dry vermouth and Bombay Gin! You'll these! My thoughts exactly. If you're going to have a Martini go for it. Bombay Sapphire Martini, up with 3 olives..... now I'm thirsty [emoji12] Maryanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cauzneffct Posted February 16, 2016 #19 Share Posted February 16, 2016 the Key Lime Pie martini is great for beginners. And those of us who have turned pro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dortrust Posted February 16, 2016 Author #20 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Lots of great ideas. If I try them all........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baxter44 Posted February 16, 2016 #21 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Lots of great ideas. If I try them all........... Wow...I was skimming this thread, just looked at your signature and realized you are leaving in 3 days you lucky duck...I'm 40 days out today which isn't long in the big picture, but I can't wait til I see the big 3 D on my countdown!! Have so much fun!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIvacationgirl Posted February 16, 2016 #22 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Martinis are my favorite cocktail, and we always do every martini tasting on the NCL cruises. I like the vodka martinis, I do not care for gin. My advice is if you do not mind spending a little, try a martini tasting and then you may find a favorite, and you could order it again on the ship. Usually there is 5-6 different types at the tasting. Depending on the bartender and waiters, it can be quite a riot! Sometimes there are party games, and depending on the crowd it can be very funny. If you like fruity- yes the appletini is great, and a lemon based is also delish! I do not care for the "dessert" martinis, but this might be your favorite- very sweet, usually chocolate or coffee based, I have even had an eggnog martini. A dirty martini is another of my favorites, it tends to have a more salty taste from the olive juice and olives. I hope you get to chop this off of your bucket list and have a lot of fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansolosmom Posted February 16, 2016 #23 Share Posted February 16, 2016 How do they do the martini tasting - do they have a set menu or do you choose from a list? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeyetlse Posted February 16, 2016 #24 Share Posted February 16, 2016 The tasting and the flight are two different things (but you don't normally get to choose the exact selection, in either case). The tasting is a scheduled event that you can sign up for, and someone from the bar staff does a presentation and you get to taste several martinis (or wines or beers, whatever the tasting is about) and talk about your feelings, etc. The flight is a menu item that you can order anytime. They prepare all the drinks and give them to you. You can ask the bartender questions about them, but he will be on duty serving other people, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisakoivu Posted February 16, 2016 #25 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Pear martini is my favourite...I wish I had one right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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