cf_chuck Posted September 17, 2008 #1 Share Posted September 17, 2008 HAL's new martini program: http://www.cruiseindustrynews.com/Wire/News_Wire/9%1016%1008_-_Holland_America_Introduces_New_Martini_Menu/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted September 17, 2008 #2 Share Posted September 17, 2008 I read about that. Grey Goose Martinis --- just to name one. HAL already charges a BIG price just for Grey Goose on the rocks -- we won't spend the money on it any more just for an ounce on the rocks. Can't imagine what those prices will be. On our last 19 and 7 day cruises -- many times the bars were nearly empty. HAL charges way too much for an ounce of anything. JMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi_D Posted September 17, 2008 #3 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Thanks Chuck, this is really great news for my DH. He loves his martini's and especially "Grey Goose". I am sure we will be partaking some of these new martini's in our next cruise:D :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzincurt Posted September 17, 2008 #4 Share Posted September 17, 2008 We got hooked on expresso martinis on the Veendam. I think if you are going to mix with all this other stuff, using the high end stuff is pointless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinimadam Posted September 17, 2008 #5 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Can't wait to get onboard!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cf_chuck Posted September 17, 2008 Author #6 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Can't wait to get onboard!!!!! I admit thinking of you when I came across this. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cf_chuck Posted September 17, 2008 Author #7 Share Posted September 17, 2008 I think if you are going to mix with all this other stuff, using the high end stuff is pointless. I'm not big into the hard stuff, but what you wrote is advice I've heard numerous times from those that have a palate more trained than mine. Their counsel was to stay away from the well and top shelf and go for a nice call brand when mixing with various flavors or juices. Reserve the top shelf for "naked" martinis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowPrincess Posted September 17, 2008 #8 Share Posted September 17, 2008 Well it looks like I know what my first drink onboard will be :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cf_chuck Posted September 17, 2008 Author #9 Share Posted September 17, 2008 HAL charges way too much for an ounce of anything. JMO. I look at what they charge in a comparative manner. I don't think they are far out of line compared to what I would pay in a mid-tier restaurant. They are less expensive than what I would pay in a business class hotel bar, an upper tier restaurant or at an airport. They are definitely more expensive than what I would pay at a neighborhood pub or pouring my own. These are US based comparisons. In Asia, it's difficult to find anywhere that would compete on a price basis with what HAL charges except for pouring your own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiseLiz Posted September 17, 2008 #10 Share Posted September 17, 2008 As long as they don't get rid of some of the old standbys like the Lemon Drop martini, I love that one! The Yellow Tulip sounds pretty good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momatibm Posted September 17, 2008 #11 Share Posted September 17, 2008 To me martini's have always been gin based. I do like the very high end gins that are impossible to find 90% of the time. I also agree, if you are going to add all that other stuff -- plain old 'bathtub gin' is good enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertDogs Posted September 17, 2008 #12 Share Posted September 17, 2008 HAL already charges a BIG price just for Grey Goose on the rocks -- JMO. How much is a Grey Goose on the rocks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tutak Posted September 17, 2008 #13 Share Posted September 17, 2008 I agree with Alton Brown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinimadam Posted September 17, 2008 #14 Share Posted September 17, 2008 I admit thinking of you when I came across this. ;) :D Thanks for thinking of me! JMHO - I agree that, if you're going to mix stuff, you really shouldn't be using Grey Goose. I'm rather a purist, though, and like my Vodka martinis as they were meant to be served...up, in a chilled glass, with the barest whiff of vermouth, and an olive (garlic stuffed, if possible!). Don't think I'll be doing any of those "martini flights"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted September 17, 2008 #15 Share Posted September 17, 2008 I look at what they charge in a comparative manner. I don't think they are far out of line compared to what I would pay in a mid-tier restaurant. They are less expensive than what I would pay in a business class hotel bar, an upper tier restaurant or at an airport. They are definitely more expensive than what I would pay at a neighborhood pub or pouring my own. These are US based comparisons. In Asia, it's difficult to find anywhere that would compete on a price basis with what HAL charges except for pouring your own. Two years ago we paid $8.95 plus a 15% gratuity charge for ONE ounce of Grey Goose -- some of which the Bar tender spilled and could have cared less!! At Home in our up-class restaurants we get 1 and 1/2 - to 2 ounces for $8.50 -- we do not do pubs!! They aren't in our area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted September 17, 2008 #16 Share Posted September 17, 2008 How much is a Grey Goose on the rocks? The last time we ordered Grey Goose on the rocks it was $8,95 plus a 15% gratuity charge -- 2 years ago. And it was barely ONE ounce!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earl_m Posted September 17, 2008 #17 Share Posted September 17, 2008 I think I will stay with my beer!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirGorilla Posted September 18, 2008 #18 Share Posted September 18, 2008 Two years ago we paid $8.95 plus a 15% gratuity charge for ONE ounce of Grey Goose -- some of which the Bar tender spilled and could have cared less!! At Home in our up-class restaurants we get 1 and 1/2 - to 2 ounces for $8.50 -- we do not do pubs!! They aren't in our area. You need to try Crystal!! BIG martinis at a reasonable price!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisinbulldog Posted September 18, 2008 #19 Share Posted September 18, 2008 I think if you are going to mix with all this other stuff, using the high end stuff is pointless. Bingo!! Up & Bone Dry please...:D Bulldog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airlink diva Posted September 18, 2008 #20 Share Posted September 18, 2008 Can't wait!! I always had some of the best martinis on a HAL ship! The pricing of the drinks are about on par to what I would spend where I live. Since I love to enjoy a lemon drop before dinner, I would love to try some of the other flavors as well. Happy sailing!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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