Oceania Cruises will debut a series of innovative rum and whisky programmes across its fleet in 2023.
The experiences will feature an extensive collection of The Macallan’s iconic expressions via The Macallan Diamond Bar Cart, a flight programme, chocolate pairings and more.
Meanwhile, Brugal 1888 Doblemente Añejado Rum will be featured in a new Tea at Sea mixology class and a wide selection of newly crafted ice cream cocktails.
Howard Sherman, President and CEO of Oceania Cruises. “At Oceania Cruises, we are continually evolving, elevating, and enhancing our product.
“With food and beverage at our core, our focus remains steady on delivering guests The Finest Cuisine at Sea.”
Daniela Oancea, Corporate Beverage Manager of Oceania Cruises, said: “These new rum and whisky programmes come on the heels of the recently announced elevated bar programmes aboard Vista, debuting May 20, 2023.
“Across the fleet we have been working on a number of innovative concepts tapping into current mixology trends that will modernise and enhance our sailings.
“We know this partnership with Edrington spirits company will be an exciting addition on board.”
The Macallan Experiences
Leaning Oceania Cruises is launching a series of experiences that lean into the popularity of The Macallan’s single malt whiskies on board:
- The Macallan Diamond Bar Cart will feature exclusive offerings like The Macallan Smoker, which brings theatre and ritual to smoking cocktails by utilising flavour blasters to infuse the drink.
- The Macallan Flight Programme takes guests on a journey of flavour and discovery exploring what makes The Macallan the most valuable single malt whisky in the world. Available in group or individual tasting experiences.
- The Macallan Chocolate Pairing includes Macallan Quest & Milk Chocolate, Macallan Lumina & Chocolate Truffles with Fruit, Macallan Terra & White Chocolate, and Macallan Enigma & Dark Chocolate.
Brugal 1888 Doblemente Añejado Rum Offerings
The Edrington partnership also brings aboard entertaining and educational mixology experiences for guests featuring Brugal 1888 Doblemente Añejado Rum.
- Brugal Rum & Tea at Sea will provide guests with a hands-on mixology experience to mix, match, and taste-test a series of complementary flavours. A number of Tea Pairings – from aperitivo-style pre-meal cocktails to highball light and sparkling cocktails – will also be available at bars on board.
- Nearly Neat Serving Cart with Brugal 1888 will bring a sophisticated alternative to traditional cocktails with an exclusive Nearly Neat menu featuring Brugal 1888 in The Chocolate Orange, The NightCap, The Solstice, and The Reviver.
- Ice Cream and Brugal Cocktails will be available at pools, restaurants, and lounges. This latest trend in speciality cocktails brings a sweet twist to popular favourites such as an espresso martini, caramel milkshake, and Aperol spritz.
Vista’s Innovative Mixology Programme
The new fleetwide Macallan and Brugal offerings are in addition to the innovative bar programmes aboard the 1,200-guest Vista debuting May 20, 2023.
Also available are the latest cocktail-crafting trends and techniques such as flavoured smoke bubbles, an extensive selection of low- and no-sugar wines, and zero-proof cocktails, plus Negronis aged in wooden barrels and speciality beverage carts like the Bubbly Bar and Ultimate Bloody Mary Bar.
Guests will also be able to partake in pairing experiences including a Moët & Chandon Champagne three-course pairing, sommelier-guided lunches with wine pairings, and the signature Oceania Cruises Dom Pérignon experience alongside a six-course tasting menu.
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