interapid Posted July 16, 2021 #1 Share Posted July 16, 2021 Are there plenty of drinks under the $9 threshold? When using the standard drinks package. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micheleata Posted July 16, 2021 #2 Share Posted July 16, 2021 Yes, a ton!!! You can get many frozen drinks including Pina Coladas, Daquiris, Mudslides, Margaritas and my personal favorite the French Caribbean. You can get any of the following liquors with a mix: Beefeater Bombay Bacardi and flavors Captain Morgans Malibu Myers Don Julio Absolute Smirnoff Titos and flavors CC Jim Beam Johnny Walker Red Dewars Segrams 7 & VO and many more All kinds of beers Bottled Water, quite a few coffees at Cafe Bacio, Soda, and Teas 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fouremco Posted July 16, 2021 #3 Share Posted July 16, 2021 DW and I have used the CBP since its inception and have never seen the need to upgrade. I think that the conventional wisdom it to try it for a day or so and if you aren't pleased, then upgrade on board. Also, remember that you can pay the difference between the $9 ceiling and the price of a more expensive drink, plus gratuity, so if you buy just the occasional drink over the CBP ceiling, it's still less expensive than upgrading. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KKB Posted July 16, 2021 #4 Share Posted July 16, 2021 (edited) Depends on your tastes. For me, I need the wine on Premium list. For DH, Classic is fine (beer & frozen drinks)--probably the only thing he MIGHT want once in a while is Baileys; he can just pay the difference. Here is the list: https://www.celebritycruises.com/content/dam/celebrity/pdf/05_07_SP_Beverage-Package-Flyer_051721.pdf Edited July 16, 2021 by KKB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix_dream Posted July 16, 2021 #5 Share Posted July 16, 2021 I agree that there are many choices. We usually upgrade, though, for three reasons: 1) we like martinis and they are always over the limit, 2) we prefer the wine choices on premium and 3) for the convenience. Honestly, if it weren't for the convenience part we probably would save $$ keeping classic and just paying the difference as we are regular, but not huge, drinkers. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Virgo61 Posted July 16, 2021 #6 Share Posted July 16, 2021 I enjoy Pelligrino each night with dinner and with the classic package you have to pay for it. I always upgrade. My husband never does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39august Posted July 16, 2021 #7 Share Posted July 16, 2021 Yes to club soda. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapie Posted July 16, 2021 #8 Share Posted July 16, 2021 We like the fact that with Celebrity (unlike with some cruise lines) not everyone in the cabin needs to upgrade to premium, so the wine drinker in our family upgrades and the other who mostly only drinks mixed drinks but hates martinis stays with classic. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hlitner Posted July 16, 2021 #9 Share Posted July 16, 2021 I always like to upgrade because I prefer some better Cognac and single malt scotch. But the bummer about upgrading is that we used to find a limited selection in the higher shelf stuff we desired. There is much to say for not upgrading, saving some money, and just adapting to what is available which is still a darn good selection. Hank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miched Posted July 16, 2021 #10 Share Posted July 16, 2021 A BT that served us on many cruises told us that the classic was the best package as 90% of the drinks that the passengers order are covered under the classic. Most drinks during the day at the pool are classic drinks. The premium martinis and drinks at the World Class Bar are over the limit but then you only have to pay the difference if ordered plus 20% gratuity There are also beers and wines that cost more. Even on the premium pack some cost more. Unless you really like something not covered there are many drinks covered. if you find that you want to upgrade you can do it during the cruise and pay for the remaining days before the last 3 days. Happy cruising 🌊🚢🇺🇸🌅 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisestitch Posted July 17, 2021 #11 Share Posted July 17, 2021 15 hours ago, CarelessAndConfused said: What? You have to pay for Pelligrino? That's pretty much most of the non-alcohol drinks for me. I assume they will at least give you free club soda from a tap? You have to pay for all carbonated drinks. Club soda from either a tap or a bottle is not free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapie Posted July 17, 2021 #12 Share Posted July 17, 2021 1 hour ago, cruisestitch said: You have to pay for all carbonated drinks. Club soda from either a tap or a bottle is not free. Sodas in a can or on tap are included in classic. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulh84 Posted July 17, 2021 #13 Share Posted July 17, 2021 FWIW I don't think I have ever seen soda served from a gun on an S class ship? Everything is bottled or canned. Plenty of choices under the $9 limit and the bartenders usually look at your card to make sure you choose something within your package. We upgrade for the wine, sparkling water, World Class Bar options and martinis. They usually, although not consistently, will have some Vitamin Water type options as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodndonna Posted July 17, 2021 #14 Share Posted July 17, 2021 (edited) 24 minutes ago, jaapie said: Sodas in a can or on tap are included in classic. I hope you are right as it was what I was assuming was the case. We don't drink pop (soda) but so like spritzers (wine and club soda) or just a soda water with a bit of juice. This seems to indicate sodas are non-premium bottled water are included... https://www.celebritycruises.com/content/dam/celebrity/pdf/05_07_SP_Beverage-Package-Flyer_051721.pdf Edited July 17, 2021 by rodndonna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crbnlvr Posted July 18, 2021 #15 Share Posted July 18, 2021 Regarding the 20%... Is this "per check' now - so each round? I think before it was based on the total package price.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare PTC DAWG Posted July 18, 2021 #16 Share Posted July 18, 2021 17 minutes ago, crbnlvr said: Regarding the 20%... Is this "per check' now - so each round? I think before it was based on the total package price.... 20% on the cost difference between classic and premium..per drink if not on premium… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KKB Posted July 18, 2021 #17 Share Posted July 18, 2021 51 minutes ago, crbnlvr said: Regarding the 20%... Is this "per check' now - so each round? I think before it was based on the total package price.... If you upgrade, it will be added to the package price. If you stay on classic, it will be charged for each overage. (IE if you order a $12 drink, you will be charged $3 plus .60) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esprit Posted July 18, 2021 #18 Share Posted July 18, 2021 Just being able to drink Peroni for me and Champagne for the wife instead of Prosecco puts us clearly in the Premim package slot. Fresh orange juice at breakfast and San Pellegrino water is a bonus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KonaPoodle Posted July 25, 2021 #19 Share Posted July 25, 2021 On 7/16/2021 at 3:39 PM, micheleata said: Yes, a ton!!! You can get many frozen drinks including Pina Coladas, Daquiris, Mudslides, Margaritas and my personal favorite the French Caribbean. Ooh, What's a French Caribbean? 🍹 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItsADryHumor Posted July 25, 2021 #20 Share Posted July 25, 2021 On 7/17/2021 at 9:11 AM, jaapie said: Sodas in a can or on tap are included in classic. Can confirm, as I currently have a Diet Coke in my hand. We don’t drink, and the only thing Classic didn’t cover was fresh juice at the Spa Cafe. We can live with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minniegidget Posted July 25, 2021 #21 Share Posted July 25, 2021 (edited) With the CBP is gratuity already included ? Edited July 25, 2021 by minniegidget Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minniegidget Posted July 25, 2021 #22 Share Posted July 25, 2021 Spell check Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micheleata Posted July 25, 2021 #23 Share Posted July 25, 2021 4 hours ago, KonaPoodle said: Ooh, What's a French Caribbean? 🍹 Coconut rum, mango puree and raspberry. So good! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted July 25, 2021 #24 Share Posted July 25, 2021 1 hour ago, minniegidget said: With the CBP is gratuity already included ? Yes they are included. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Jim_Iain Posted July 25, 2021 #25 Share Posted July 25, 2021 This is from just before shut down 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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