mrsjoey Posted July 18, 2016 #1 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I have a question??? I know we are allowed to bring on a 750 ml bottle wine. Where we live we have a wonderful winery that makes this awesome Chocolate Port which is in a much smaller bottle. Can someone tell me if this would be allowed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic6318 Posted July 18, 2016 #2 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I have a question??? I know we are allowed to bring on a 750 ml bottle wine. Where we live we have a wonderful winery that makes this awesome Chocolate Port which is in a much smaller bottle. Can someone tell me if this would be allowed? Hi Mrs.Joey, While I might think it should, I don't think it will fit their perception of a bottle of wine. You could try, but if you don't want to be disappointed, I would suggest you leave it at home. I have brought a bottle of sherry on board but it didn't say sherry on the label and was in a more traditional "wine" bottle. They did look at it closely. have a great cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixtytwo Posted July 18, 2016 #3 Share Posted July 18, 2016 (edited) I also know when there are two 21+ in a cabin, instead of two 750ml bottles, Carnival does not agree that one 1.5L is the same thing. I really doubt they would honor the smaller bottle since it is not 750ml. Edited July 18, 2016 by cdavid46 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted July 18, 2016 #4 Share Posted July 18, 2016 (edited) The question is not the size of the bottle, but whether the screeners would recognize port as wine - which it is, and not some other liquor. If they question you, I would ask them to consult the wine steward. that is, if you want to spend that much time...EM Edited July 18, 2016 by Essiesmom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsjoey Posted July 18, 2016 Author #5 Share Posted July 18, 2016 Thanks all for your help...I am not wanting to drink this bottle of Port but, wanting to give it to a staff member on the Liberty she has taken care of us for 2 cruises and we have another coming in 39 days. I know it is a wine and I know you can't take a bottle larger than 750 ml was hoping that a smaller bottle would be allowed. So now will have to decide whether I want to try it or not ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthlessBoss Posted July 18, 2016 #6 Share Posted July 18, 2016 Thanks all for your help...I am not wanting to drink this bottle of Port but, wanting to give it to a staff member on the Liberty she has taken care of us for 2 cruises and we have another coming in 39 days. I know it is a wine and I know you can't take a bottle larger than 750 ml was hoping that a smaller bottle would be allowed. So now will have to decide whether I want to try it or not ???? Why bother? The person will say thank you but what happens after that? The person may not like your choice, or throw it away. After all, that person really doesn't know what is in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winddawn Posted July 18, 2016 #7 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I have a question??? I know we are allowed to bring on a 750 ml bottle wine. Where we live we have a wonderful winery that makes this awesome Chocolate Port which is in a much smaller bottle. Can someone tell me if this would be allowed? I have found very often it really comes down to the particular individual who is screening. I carried on a large carton of organic cherry juice on my last cruise (maybe like 32 oz or so). It wasn't bottles, but it also didn't conform to Carnival's stated rules. But since I can't get organic cherry juice on the ship, and I couldn't find it in the store in cans, I thought I'd try it knowing it wouldn't be the end of the world if they took it. But the guy just waved me through when I stated it was my carry-on juice. It wasn't even sealed because I consumed some in my pre-cruise hotel room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsjoey Posted July 18, 2016 Author #8 Share Posted July 18, 2016 Why bother? The person will say thank you but what happens after that? The person may not like your choice, or throw it away. After all, that person really doesn't know what is in it. Well, RuthlessBoss..It is not a bother..this person is very special lady and took very good care of us on our last two cruises and we are looking forward to seeing her on our next cruise and I know that if I can get the bottle on the ship she would love it and be very great full and would not just throw it away..and by the way she is a bartender and so yes she would know what is in it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsjoey Posted July 18, 2016 Author #9 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I have found very often it really comes down to the particular individual who is screening. I carried on a large carton of organic cherry juice on my last cruise (maybe like 32 oz or so). It wasn't bottles, but it also didn't conform to Carnival's stated rules. But since I can't get organic cherry juice on the ship, and I couldn't find it in the store in cans, I thought I'd try it knowing it wouldn't be the end of the world if they took it. But the guy just waved me through when I stated it was my carry-on juice. It wasn't even sealed because I consumed some in my pre-cruise hotel room. Thanks,,,and you are so right it would come down to the person screening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micahs Grandad Posted July 18, 2016 #10 Share Posted July 18, 2016 Well, RuthlessBoss..It is not a bother..this person is very special lady and took very good care of us on our last two cruises and we are looking forward to seeing her on our next cruise and I know that if I can get the bottle on the ship she would love it and be very great full and would not just throw it away..and by the way she is a bartender and so yes she would know what is in it... I would take a chance and bring it with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsjoey Posted July 18, 2016 Author #11 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I would take a chance and bring it with you. Thanks for being positive :D That is what I was thinking the most that can happen is I get it through or I take it back to car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coevan Posted July 18, 2016 #12 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I am a wine drinker and drink pretty good brands of wine. I personally would not like a chocolate port. Port wines require a taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skrufy Posted July 18, 2016 #13 Share Posted July 18, 2016 Print out an explination that states port is a wine. Bring it with you and your smaller bottle. The bottle size ia alright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yehootu Posted July 18, 2016 #14 Share Posted July 18, 2016 I've brought on Barley Wine before with no cares. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TX Catty Cruiser Posted July 18, 2016 #15 Share Posted July 18, 2016 (edited) I think it 's a very nice gesture of thanks and you should do what you think is right. The worst they can do is hold it until the last night of the cruise when they deliver it to your cabin and you could give it to her then. You might want to wrap it as a gift -- couldn't hurt! Edited July 18, 2016 by TX Catty Cruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tandemcruzr Posted July 19, 2016 #16 Share Posted July 19, 2016 The worst they can do is hold it until the last night of the cruise when they deliver it to your cabin and you could give it to her then. They don't do this anymore. They confiscate it and you don't get it back. :( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KPfromCT Posted July 19, 2016 #17 Share Posted July 19, 2016 Another vote to bring it on and take a chance..... Chances are it WILL get through....... Good luck!!!!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted July 19, 2016 #18 Share Posted July 19, 2016 A smaller bottle will take the place of the normal sized bottle...it's fine...but you will have less wine...up to you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic6318 Posted July 20, 2016 #19 Share Posted July 20, 2016 A smaller bottle will take the place of the normal sized bottle...it's fine...but you will have less wine...up to you! Hi The issue isn't the size of the bottle. It is whether they recognize it as wine. If they are not willing to acknowledge as a bottle of "wine" that is allowed, then they will say "no". If they don't notice it then it doesn't matter, but if they see it while it passes through x-ray they will likely ask to see it because of the size. Mrs. Joey, if you don't mind bringing it back to your car or giving it up, then by all means bring it. It is a nice gesture and the worst they can say is "no". have a great cruise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruizergal70 Posted July 20, 2016 #20 Share Posted July 20, 2016 I know you mean well but if you want to give a gift, wouldn't a gift card or cash be better? A bartender is around alcohol all the time. I'm sure she would appreciate money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuthlessBoss Posted July 20, 2016 #21 Share Posted July 20, 2016 I know you mean well but if you want to give a gift, wouldn't a gift card or cash be better? A bartender is around alcohol all the time. I'm sure she would appreciate money. yes. I know the poster means well though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doctordi Posted July 20, 2016 #22 Share Posted July 20, 2016 I like to travel with the individual serving size wines in the plastic bottles. They are lighter, less likely to break, and I don't need a corkscrew. I have been questioned every time because I have 4 bottles instead of one, eventhough the total volume is less than 750 ml. I've always gotten them through security, but sometimes the screener has to call the supervisor. I know this is not exactly your situation, but be prepared for questions. And the screeners probably won't know what port is! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GradUT Posted July 20, 2016 #23 Share Posted July 20, 2016 I like to travel with the individual serving size wines in the plastic bottles. They are lighter, less likely to break, and I don't need a corkscrew. I have been questioned every time because I have 4 bottles instead of one, eventhough the total volume is less than 750 ml. I've always gotten them through security, but sometimes the screener has to call the supervisor. I know this is not exactly your situation, but be prepared for questions. And the screeners probably won't know what port is! That's encouraging for me because we would like to take 4 small bottles of champagne on our upcoming cruise and the total volume is under 750ml. I think we'll give it a try. (And if you wonder why we want 4 small bottles--we are in an inside cabin with no refrigerator. But we can pop a bottle in the ice bucket each evening and have the makings for mimosas for breakfast.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruiserchic1990 Posted July 20, 2016 #24 Share Posted July 20, 2016 if you think it may be an issue.. they make kits (meant to smuggle other booze on) where you can re-cork and seal a wine bottle.. just put it in an approved size bottle to give her.. I think it is AWESOME youre looking out.. and who cares if she doesn't like it anyway? its the thought that counts. im sure there were people who didn't like the gift you gave them but they still hold onto it cuz it is sentimental... stop being so negative.. you enjoy your cruise!!! :):):) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
summersigh Posted July 20, 2016 #25 Share Posted July 20, 2016 (edited) The question is not the size of the bottle, but whether the screeners would recognize port as wine - which it is, and not some other liquor. If they question you, I would ask them to consult the wine steward. that is, if you want to spend that much time...EM The carry-on luggage screeners are not necessarily the most wine savvy either. :D We brought our 2 bottles of White Zinfandel - which is not white but is pink. Our screener had to get her supervisor to check - she was totally baffled LOL Not saying there will be a problem but if ours had a problem with sealed, labeled, bottled wine your Port Wine, if not clearly labled may just throw 'em for a loop. Edited July 20, 2016 by summersigh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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