gtouch Posted May 3, 2009 #1 Share Posted May 3, 2009 What is the best drink....STRONGEST......that they sell on the ship. A lot of their drinks were rather weak. Any suggestions? I know that asking that question makes me sound bad. But it is my vacation and I won't be driving the boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falkcor Posted May 3, 2009 #2 Share Posted May 3, 2009 i found the screwdrivers and captain/cokes to be more than satisfactory... if you're getting weak drinks, try tipping your bartender or bar staff a buck or two or three every round and you might start to notice a pattern emerge :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzlover04 Posted May 3, 2009 #3 Share Posted May 3, 2009 i found the screwdrivers and captain/cokes to be more than satisfactory... if you're getting weak drinks, try tipping your bartender or bar staff a buck or two or three every round and you might start to notice a pattern emerge :cool: That is key, good tipping will get you great drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserbryce Posted May 3, 2009 #4 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I tend to just drink a lot of beer...but Jack/Coke has always been a favorite, or a Martini Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.C05 Posted May 3, 2009 #5 Share Posted May 3, 2009 What is the best drink....STRONGEST......that they sell on the ship. A lot of their drinks were rather weak. Any suggestions? I know that asking that question makes me sound bad. But it is my vacation and I won't be driving the boat. My husband had a drink of the day, I think it's called "The Funship" but don't remember exactly...... I found the recipe on another website, but it has brandy, rum, vodka and amaretto....it sneaks up on ya quick, if you like those liquors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falkcor Posted May 3, 2009 #6 Share Posted May 3, 2009 That is key, good tipping will get you great drinks. and prompt service. i always tip EVERY round 'To Insure Prompt' service... the bar staff works their butts off, and i find that tipping makes sure they're always looking out for me and making sure i never have an empty glass, ESPECIALLY in situations like the piano bar or captain's party where you're reliant on bar servers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TakeMeAway1001 Posted May 3, 2009 #7 Share Posted May 3, 2009 On our last cruise I found the Mojito's to be the only drink I drank that left me feeling tipsy. Sadly I didn't find them until the tail end of the cruise, that is probably for the better though now that I think of it :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtouch Posted May 3, 2009 Author #8 Share Posted May 3, 2009 and prompt service. i always tip EVERY round 'To Insure Prompt' service... the bar staff works their butts off, and i find that tipping makes sure they're always looking out for me and making sure i never have an empty glass, ESPECIALLY in situations like the piano bar or captain's party where you're reliant on bar servers I usually tip but not always since it is built in. I think you are on to something. But at the Captains and Past Guest I go to the bartenders themselves order what I want and skip the servers. When you tip the bartenders they do usually do a little extra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JXR Posted May 3, 2009 #9 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Their Long Island Iced Tea are pretty potent. I always gave a small tip, and I never had to wait for a drink the whole week. The Best Bar/Waitress that I've ever had. Joanne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.C05 Posted May 3, 2009 #10 Share Posted May 3, 2009 Or try the yellowbird: 151 rum, vodka, Apricot brandy, amaretto and fruit punch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.C05 Posted May 3, 2009 #11 Share Posted May 3, 2009 if you're getting weak drinks, try tipping your bartender or bar staff a buck or two or three every round and you might start to notice a pattern emerge :cool: That is key, good tipping will get you great drinks. I agree with this. My husband and I would hit the same bartender almost every night (since tipping them nicely the first night) and they've given us drinks that made us happy throughout the week.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisekwazee Posted May 3, 2009 #12 Share Posted May 3, 2009 They didnt skimp on the alcohol in my Hurricane the first day on the Cruise!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXNS CRUISIN4FUN Posted May 3, 2009 #13 Share Posted May 3, 2009 My vote goes to the Funship. This is what we make at home whenever we need a "cruise fix". It has a definite kick and will sneak up on you.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jensing317 Posted May 3, 2009 #14 Share Posted May 3, 2009 You can get a buzz from just smelling a Suntan! I'm not sure what was in it, but one was more than enough! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Name Of The Game Posted May 3, 2009 #15 Share Posted May 3, 2009 I found the recipe for the Ultimate Suntan. http://www.recipezaar.com/Ultimate-Suntan-45717 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisincory Posted May 3, 2009 #16 Share Posted May 3, 2009 My vote goes to the Funship. This is what we make at home whenever we need a "cruise fix". It has a definite kick and will sneak up on you.:D Yeah I have to agree. I didnt think they were that strong, untill I was attempting to walk back to the room after 7 of them:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autonoz Posted May 3, 2009 #17 Share Posted May 3, 2009 What is the best drink....STRONGEST......that they sell on the ship. A lot of their drinks were rather weak. Any suggestions? I know that asking that question makes me sound bad. But it is my vacation and I won't be driving the boat. The free one, that anyone buys me:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtouch Posted May 3, 2009 Author #18 Share Posted May 3, 2009 the free one, that anyone buys me:) touche' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare nbsjcruiser Posted May 4, 2009 #19 Share Posted May 4, 2009 What is the best drink....STRONGEST......that they sell on the ship. A lot of their drinks were rather weak. Any suggestions? I know that asking that question makes me sound bad. But it is my vacation and I won't be driving the boat. Margarita ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazy cajun Posted May 4, 2009 #20 Share Posted May 4, 2009 The long island teas are my DOD.:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cupcake26 Posted May 4, 2009 #21 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Blue motorcycle. I ordered it a few times thinking it would be the fruity kind i always get around here, but they made it the correct way on cruise ships. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renalrn Posted May 4, 2009 #22 Share Posted May 4, 2009 and prompt service. i always tip EVERY round 'To Insure Prompt' service... the bar staff works their butts off, and i find that tipping makes sure they're always looking out for me and making sure i never have an empty glass, ESPECIALLY in situations like the piano bar or captain's party where you're reliant on bar servers falkcor- Was it you that posted a "last call" picture here once with about 20 drinks lined up? I do find that tipping well assures strong,prompt drinks. By the end of my last cruise the waitress in the cigar bar was buying my table rounds. -cheers, maryann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtouch Posted May 4, 2009 Author #23 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Blue motorcycle. I ordered it a few times thinking it would be the fruity kind i always get around here, but they made it the correct way on cruise ships. What's a Blue Motorcycle sounds interesting? Does anyone know what's in this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir_Randy Posted May 4, 2009 #24 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Order a Goombay Smash with 151. They are pre-made with regular rum, so they just add 151 rum to the rum that is already in the drink! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falkcor Posted May 4, 2009 #25 Share Posted May 4, 2009 falkcor-Was it you that posted a "last call" picture here once with about 20 drinks lined up? I do find that tipping well assures strong,prompt drinks. By the end of my last cruise the waitress in the cigar bar was buying my table rounds. -cheers, maryann do you mean... this picture? :D yep. not quite 20, but you should have seen the line of empty glasses before that one :cool: side note - those are the screwdrivers and captain/cokes i had noted i was more than satisfied with... and after seeing that picture - you can see part of why i tip every round , sometimes i'll ask for some pretty bizarre things :) - that one was worth 5.00 imo here's a related tip - look at the screwdriver all the way on the left (orange) - notice it's in a 'big glass' - it's the size of 2 normal cocktail glasses. lots of the servers / bartenders won't serve your drinks in a 'big glass' for reasons beyond me, but if you place your order and ask for the 'big glass' they'll know what you mean. reduces the # of repeat orders :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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