Question about a specific drink mixer

[NCTribeFan]

So, since my last cruise to Bermuda, I've become rather fond of having a Dark-and-Stormy on occasion. I typically don't drink hard liquor, so I haven't paid any attention to what's offered on the ships.

 

Well, looking at a recent post that listed the bar menu, I saw that Carnival actually has Gosling Black Seal Rum, which is a "must" to prepare a proper Dark-and-Stormy.

 

But my question is this: do they have Ginger Beer? I don't think Ginger Beer is a popular soft drink on its on in the states.

 

I purchase my Ginger Beer at Target, that carries a brand that comes in cans. They have regular and extra-ginger, which is rather hot and makes a great drink!

 

I really don't want to drag cans in my carry-on (it will be heavy enough with my bottle of wine).

 

And, would it be really weird to take my own mixer to a bar and ask them to make my specific drink?

 

Has anyone ever ordered a drink that uses Ginger Beer?

 

Lastly, is there any way to find out if they stock this on board? And, no, I'm not going to ask John Heald. ;)

[riffatsea]

Hi,

IF this link works you'll see the bar menu which includes a drink that mixes rum with ginger beer. I often get it but they don't call it "Dark and Stormy" they just call it rum and ginger beer. I don't know if the bar carries the specific rum you prefer. IF your ship has a Red Frog Pub you can enjoy a rum tasting there to see if there's any other brand you might like.

https://images.r.cruisecritic.com/features/2016/12/carnival_bar_menu_indoor.pdf

[nc762shooter]

They do have ginger beer and they have had black seal rum in the past, not sure if all ships have it all the time.

 

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[stevefrisco]

Hey NCTribeFan- hope you're doing well. Haven't seen you or Wrigley80 in awhile so glad to see one of you pop in!

 

Regarding bringing a mixer for the bartender, I used to be partial to White Russians in my younger days. Carnival and Royal used to both use heavy cream in their recipes which I don't care for, I much prefer skim milk or 2%. On days that I knew I'd be at a particular bar, I'd bring the Bartenders some skim milk in order to make my drinks. No one ever had a problem with it and it seemed to actually ingratiate myself with a few of the bartenders!

 

Happy sailing!

[swscruiser]

All bars shou;d have ginger beer as Moscow mules are also made with ginger beer are a extremely popular

[deborahjo]

So, since my last cruise to Bermuda, I've become rather fond of having a Dark-and-Stormy on occasion. I typically don't drink hard liquor, so I haven't paid any attention to what's offered on the ships.

 

 

 

Well, looking at a recent post that listed the bar menu, I saw that Carnival actually has Gosling Black Seal Rum, which is a "must" to prepare a proper Dark-and-Stormy.

 

 

 

But my question is this: do they have Ginger Beer? I don't think Ginger Beer is a popular soft drink on its on in the states.

 

 

 

I purchase my Ginger Beer at Target, that carries a brand that comes in cans. They have regular and extra-ginger, which is rather hot and makes a great drink!

 

 

 

I really don't want to drag cans in my carry-on (it will be heavy enough with my bottle of wine).

 

 

 

And, would it be really weird to take my own mixer to a bar and ask them to make my specific drink?

 

 

 

Has anyone ever ordered a drink that uses Ginger Beer?

 

 

 

Lastly, is there any way to find out if they stock this on board? And, no, I'm not going to ask John Heald. ;)

 

 

 

Carnival will take your Ginger Beer. It is alcohol

 

 

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[Moby0215]

Carnival will take your Ginger Beer. It is alcohol

 

 

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Ginger beer is not alcoholic.

 

 

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[SadieN]

But expect to be questioned. A few years ago there was a thread about almost confiscated root beer.

 

 

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[coevan]

again, as stated, ginger beer is NOT beer sold in the soda section of the supermarket

[riffatsea]

Ginger beer CAN be alcoholic! There are 2 kinds! Some sold in soda section and some with alcohol content.

[deborahjo]

Ginger beer CAN be alcoholic! There are 2 kinds! Some sold in soda section and some with alcohol content.

 

 

 

Thank you. I am sure Carnival will question it.

 

 

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[winddawn]

Following. I'm a rum drinker and this is new to me. Maybe I'll learn something.

[hftmrock]

 

I really don't want to drag cans in my carry-on (it will be heavy enough with my bottle of wine).

 

. ;)

 

you have no choice. if you want to bring it on and if you are allowed, you MUST drag cans in your carry-on. it can not be in yoru checked luggage

[NCTribeFan]

This is encouraging! I did see Black Seal Rum on a recent posting of the bar menus. And if they make Moscow Mules, then they have Ginger Beer.

 

Maybe I'll take one can, just in case.

 

I would think that since Ecstasy now has an Alchemy Bar, they might stock a wide variety of alcohol and mixers.

 

No, mine isn't alcoholic. That would be a bit too much alcohol per drink for me. Like I said, I don't drink hard liquor very often.

 

But I just might have one tonight!

[A&Jfamily]

This is encouraging! I did see Black Seal Rum on a recent posting of the bar menus. And if they make Moscow Mules, then they have Ginger Beer.

 

 

 

Maybe I'll take one can, just in case.

 

 

 

I would think that since Ecstasy now has an Alchemy Bar, they might stock a wide variety of alcohol and mixers.

 

 

 

No, mine isn't alcoholic. That would be a bit too much alcohol per drink for me. Like I said, I don't drink hard liquor very often.

 

 

 

But I just might have one tonight!

 

 

 

I wouldn't count on Alchemy having any ginger beer. I have seen several people walk up and ask for a coke or Diet Coke and been told they have to go to a regular bar because they do not have soda at Alchemy. I am always amazed at the number of people who seem irritated by this...

 

 

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[sanger727]

Eh, I really don't think many people drink ginger beer as a soft drink. It's much more ginger-y than ginger ale. But ginger beer is a staple as a mixer for things such as a Moscow mule. While it's possible for not every bar to have it; at least some of the bars should have it. I personally wouldn't bother bringing it onboard.

 

 

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