Love being Mimi Posted June 22, 2021 #1 Share Posted June 22, 2021 What is it about this bar? I've never been. I've seen it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly333 Posted June 22, 2021 #2 Share Posted June 22, 2021 They do the mini martini special. They have a class or two. They make the specialty drinks ..its right above dinner in Mdr in the aft and perfect place to meet for a pre dinner drink. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ober134 Posted June 22, 2021 #3 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Its the best bar on board, in my opinion. Some bartenders won't venture off the menu...but we've found that if you tip and engage in pleasant conversation they will make something special off menu. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pc_load_letter Posted June 22, 2021 #4 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Some drinks are better than others. Lots of infusions and other such "stuff". Meh, drinks I've had there have been okay. They make a variation of a Moscow mule that is good. I'd rather have a stiff Long Island Ice Tea any day. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stellarose Posted June 22, 2021 #5 Share Posted June 22, 2021 the drinks are creative and sooo soooo good. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassy0930 Posted June 22, 2021 #6 Share Posted June 22, 2021 I like the vibe, TBH. It's usually in a bit of a quieter area and you're not sitting there wading through the masses like at the pool bars. You're not there to get a frozen daiquiri, you're there to have a creative cocktail and chill out. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultrafighter Posted June 22, 2021 #7 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Honestly, I'm really intimidated by Alchemy. I'm not a very knowledgeable drinker so I usually order the same boring, basic drinks everywhere I go. I'm really hoping the creativity and vibe in general help me break out of that shell. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stellarose Posted June 22, 2021 #8 Share Posted June 22, 2021 1 minute ago, ultrafighter said: Honestly, I'm really intimidated by Alchemy. I'm not a very knowledgeable drinker so I usually order the same boring, basic drinks everywhere I go. I'm really hoping the creativity and vibe in general help me break out of that shell. they have a very clear and cool menu- go for it. you are on vacay!!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love being Mimi Posted June 22, 2021 Author #9 Share Posted June 22, 2021 1 minute ago, ultrafighter said: Honestly, I'm really intimidated by Alchemy. I'm not a very knowledgeable drinker so I usually order the same boring, basic drinks everywhere I go. I'm really hoping the creativity and vibe in general help me break out of that shell. Me too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassy0930 Posted June 22, 2021 #10 Share Posted June 22, 2021 6 minutes ago, ultrafighter said: Honestly, I'm really intimidated by Alchemy. I'm not a very knowledgeable drinker so I usually order the same boring, basic drinks everywhere I go. I'm really hoping the creativity and vibe in general help me break out of that shell. Many of the bartenders will also help you pick something you'll like. You can tell them your favorite drink or that you like something sweet or dry or whatever it is you like about your chosen drink and they'll work with you to make something custom if they aren't slammed! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stellarose Posted June 22, 2021 #11 Share Posted June 22, 2021 (edited) A. Bar menu Edited June 22, 2021 by stellarose 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scurvy Seadog Posted June 22, 2021 #12 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Hands down the best bar on the ship. Start on the first page of the menu and work your way to the last past. 😁 6 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaconsumer55 Posted June 23, 2021 #13 Share Posted June 23, 2021 Alchemy is the bomb! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naxer Posted June 23, 2021 #14 Share Posted June 23, 2021 If you like cocktails, it's probably the best bar in the cruise industry. If you think you might like cocktails or want to learn to like cocktails, the Alchemy is where it will happen. The people who hang out there are fun and interesting. The bartenders know their craft and are enjoyable--a perfect combination of serious and fun. The cruisers and staff I've gotten to know the best were the people I met at the Alchemy. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naxer Posted June 23, 2021 #15 Share Posted June 23, 2021 1 hour ago, ultrafighter said: Honestly, I'm really intimidated by Alchemy. I'm not a very knowledgeable drinker so I usually order the same boring, basic drinks everywhere I go. I'm really hoping the creativity and vibe in general help me break out of that shell. It will. Going from when it opens through early dining helps, because the bartenders can get to know you and you them. As they usually end up getting crushed with customers between the dining times, and right after shows, they won't have as much time to pay attention to you. But once they know you, they'll go out of their way to make sure you're having a good time, even when they get busy. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsox1584 Posted June 23, 2021 #16 Share Posted June 23, 2021 Best bar on Carnival in my opinion! I hung out there all the time on my last Carnival cruise because I had the Cheers package lol. The bartenders were really awesome, they will make you something special not on the menu if you tell them what kinds of things you like 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesatgsu Posted June 23, 2021 #17 Share Posted June 23, 2021 I love it because it's often not crowded and their drinks are unique. They are also made from pure ingredients in comparison to the drink mixes used at other bars. Watch them pour several at once (I've seen 10 poured at once). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamaone Posted June 23, 2021 #18 Share Posted June 23, 2021 26 minutes ago, redsox1584 said: Best bar on Carnival in my opinion! I hung out there all the time on my last Carnival cruise because I had the Cheers package lol. The bartenders were really awesome, they will make you something special not on the menu if you tell them what kinds of things you like Will cheers cover the cost or are some drinks above the limit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsox1584 Posted June 23, 2021 #19 Share Posted June 23, 2021 4 minutes ago, bamaone said: Will cheers cover the cost or are some drinks above the limit I don’t believe there is any drink above the limit, I know I didn’t have an issue my last cruise which was 2 years ago. Great way to try all of the drinks 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scurvy Seadog Posted June 23, 2021 #20 Share Posted June 23, 2021 55 minutes ago, bamaone said: Will cheers cover the cost or are some drinks above the limit Cheers will cover everything on the menu. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowman1 Posted June 23, 2021 #21 Share Posted June 23, 2021 3 hours ago, Scurvy Seadog said: Hands down the best bar on the ship. Start on the first page of the menu and work your way to the last past. 😁 I agree - best bar concept on any line that we have sailed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jelly_Toast Posted June 23, 2021 #22 Share Posted June 23, 2021 They also make amazing non alcoholic drinks. My kids love the Alchemy bar because they can ask for drinks based on a specific fruit and are always happy with the results. Our next cruise is booked on a ship we have never been on and the first question my daughter asked was "Is there an Alchemy Bar?" It's also typically quiet and just fun to watch the bartenders work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare SRQbeachgirl Posted June 23, 2021 #23 Share Posted June 23, 2021 19 hours ago, sassy0930 said: Many of the bartenders will also help you pick something you'll like. You can tell them your favorite drink or that you like something sweet or dry or whatever it is you like about your chosen drink and they'll work with you to make something custom if they aren't slammed! On my first visit I told the bartender I preferred vodka and was in the mood for something refreshing with strawberry notes. I have no idea what he made, but it was fabulous! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare crewsweeper Posted June 23, 2021 #24 Share Posted June 23, 2021 The bartenders are great and knowledgeable on what can complement what. My only issue is that at times, especially Elegant Night, it can get crowded. There are barflys hanging out. But in my experience most people don't linger for more than a drink or two. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joebucks Posted June 23, 2021 #25 Share Posted June 23, 2021 Some of the best drinks I have had there was asking the bartender to make me their specialty. I love me a good ol' fashioned. It's pretty crazy how many bars out there give absolutely terrible ones. For about $11-$12 at Alchemy or included under Cheers, it certainly beats the pants off of most other old fashioneds I'd get anywhere else. Alchemy is a staple of ours. We usually hit it up every night. It's also usually a pretty fun place to be. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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