Fantasy - Mixology Class with Damian at the Skyline - The DIS Discussion Forums

ehagerty · 02-02-2013, 12:45 PM

We had heard that this event was more "hands on " and therefore, more fun, than most of the tasting. Fortunately, we were able to get in!

Sidebar - and word to the wise - we (I) made the mistake of following the printed instructions on the Navigator to sign up for beverage events at the Italian-themed bar. Unfortunately, their computer connection was slower than Guest Relations, and on more than one event, between the time he checked availability (yes) and submitted the reservation, we were blocked out. Go to Guest Relations to register if you are serious about wanting to get into these events.

Anyway, that little bit of house keeping aside, here is Damian preparing for the event (and yes, her sure remembered Brenda and Jay from October).

First drink - Mojito - instructions for muddling

Successful delivery of first drink - notice, it is regular size, and we were pouring!

Next drink - something with Captain Morgan spice rum and Midori

Something with sparkling wine

Something with blue

.. and lastly, coffee-based drink

Good times.
- we learned some things
- we got better drinks that I was expecting
- it was fun, well-prepared and well-delivered
- would definitely do it again (and I am not much of a mixed drink person)
- when Damian would mention possible variations - like whipped cream on the coffee drink, we would all chant "whipped cream, whipped cream" - and he would laugh, say "what have I done" and proceed to put whipped cream in all our drinks. Gotta love that!

alamere1496 · 02-02-2013, 01:22 PM

Our group was the FIRST mixology class they had ever done on the Fantasy. It was a private class that we specifically asked for. They had no idea if it was going to work or how it would work. We had an amazing time and it is so nice to know that they have made it an actual class on the ship!!
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So Much Fun!!
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If anyone is thinking of participating in this class, I would DEFINITELY recommend it!!

firsttimemom · 02-02-2013, 01:36 PM

wow those were totally different from the drinks we made in November. Good to know- we will def. do it again now.

Buckeye218 · 02-02-2013, 05:19 PM

Does anyone know if Daniel from England is still working in the Skyline bar on the Fantasy? We did his mixology class back in June 2012 and were hoping he would still be on when we cruise again in April 2013.

If not, Damien certainly seems like a lot of fun also.

KarenMP59 · 02-02-2013, 05:22 PM

This looks like a lot of fun! So how do we sign up? Can it be done before we go or do we have to do it on the ship when we get on board?

WDW Princess 71 · 02-02-2013, 05:23 PM

I had Mixology with Damian on the 1/19/13 Fantasy cruise in Skyline. It was definitely one of the highlights of my trip. $15 was such a bargain for an hour and 40 minutes experience. We also made different drinks than listed here, and got to go behind the bar to make them. I was travelling solo so this was so fun for me to meet many new people in a totally cool setting. Would definitely do again.

WDW Princess 71 · 02-02-2013, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by KarenMP59

This looks like a lot of fun! So how do we sign up? Can it be done before we go or do we have to do it on the ship when we get on board?

sign up at guest services as soon as you board. that is what I did and i had my choice of times available.

papertraveller · 02-02-2013, 05:39 PM

Oh man -- i think it's so funny that you mention Brenda and Jay.

That trip report is hilarious!

noahsmom · 02-02-2013, 05:44 PM

Damian is the BEST!!! We went to 3 mixology classes last July and had different drinks each time. The day didn't feel complete without a stop at Skyline for a Squished Frog from Damian.

TLSnell1981 · 02-02-2013, 07:19 PM

I definitely want to drink this class!

cris0809 · 02-02-2013, 07:33 PM

A quick word to all those interested in Mixology: The setup, drinks and style of each class are very very very much determined BY YOUR BARTENDER. We have done this class a few times on different ships and while each were fun they have all been very different.

Please do not expect that you will necessarily get to pour, or your drinks will be full size, or this will be the menu or even the number of drinks. I've seen lots of different combinations.

Let me repeat one thing though: they've all been a blast!

superrach · 02-02-2013, 08:39 PM

We did this and it was a fantastic value and fun!! Laughed til I cried with the group we were with. I'm glad I only signed up for one that day cause it was quite a bit to drink in that time span.

dznystar · 02-02-2013, 09:41 PM

We're going on the fantasy in November and I can't wait to do this!

robhawk · 02-23-2013, 07:47 PM

Just did this last week! Damien is the best!

Mtinkerbell5189 · 02-23-2013, 08:16 PM

For anyone on the fantasy, when was the class offered?

02-02-2013, 12:45 PM	#1
ehagerty DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2001 Posts: 1,996	Fantasy - Mixology Class with Damian at the Skyline We had heard that this event was more "hands on " and therefore, more fun, than most of the tasting. Fortunately, we were able to get in! Sidebar - and word to the wise - we (I) made the mistake of following the printed instructions on the Navigator to sign up for beverage events at the Italian-themed bar. Unfortunately, their computer connection was slower than Guest Relations, and on more than one event, between the time he checked availability (yes) and submitted the reservation, we were blocked out. Go to Guest Relations to register if you are serious about wanting to get into these events. Anyway, that little bit of house keeping aside, here is Damian preparing for the event (and yes, her sure remembered Brenda and Jay from October). First drink - Mojito - instructions for muddling Successful delivery of first drink - notice, it is regular size, and we were pouring! Next drink - something with Captain Morgan spice rum and Midori Something with sparkling wine Something with blue .. and lastly, coffee-based drink Good times. - we learned some things - we got better drinks that I was expecting - it was fun, well-prepared and well-delivered - would definitely do it again (and I am not much of a mixed drink person) - when Damian would mention possible variations - like whipped cream on the coffee drink, we would all chant "whipped cream, whipped cream" - and he would laugh, say "what have I done" and proceed to put whipped cream in all our drinks. Gotta love that! __________________ To see all photos, search Disboards using advanced search where "thread starter = ehagerty"; sort by descending post date. If you need help, let me know!!

02-02-2013, 01:22 PM	#2
alamere1496 Mouseketeer Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 404	First Mixology Class on the Fantasy Our group was the FIRST mixology class they had ever done on the Fantasy. It was a private class that we specifically asked for. They had no idea if it was going to work or how it would work. We had an amazing time and it is so nice to know that they have made it an actual class on the ship!! [IMG][/IMG] Trendsetters!! [IMG][/IMG] So Much Fun!! [IMG][/IMG] If anyone is thinking of participating in this class, I would DEFINITELY recommend it!! __________________ Ann

02-02-2013, 01:36 PM	#3
firsttimemom DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2001 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,599	wow those were totally different from the drinks we made in November. Good to know- we will def. do it again now. __________________ Liz 11/01:AKL/Swan/WL 2/03:AKL/Poly LVC 5/04:Poly1/05:AKL12/05:AKL10/06:Poly 11/06:Disneyland (CCI)1/08:WL/Hard Rock Hotel 10/08:POR11/08:Disneyland1/10:AKL Kidani Wonder: 5/23/04 ~~Magic: 1/22/05~~Wonder: 5/10/09 (PCC 1.0)~~ Wonder: 12/12/10 (PCC 2.0)~~Dream: 4/17/11~~Magic Canadian: 6/17/12~~Fantasyturkeyfest 11/17/12

02-02-2013, 05:19 PM	#4
Buckeye218 DVC Member since 2004 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Longwood, FL Posts: 248	Does anyone know if Daniel from England is still working in the Skyline bar on the Fantasy? We did his mixology class back in June 2012 and were hoping he would still be on when we cruise again in April 2013. If not, Damien certainly seems like a lot of fun also. __________________ Buckeye218 DVC Owner - Old Key West Dis Dads Club Member #85 Disney Fantasy 7 Night Eastern April 2013 Disney Magic 7 Night Eastern September 2006 Disney Fantasy 7 Night Western June 2012 Disney Wonder 4 Night October 2005 Disney Magic 7 Night Eastern March 2008 Disney Magic 7 Night Western October 2004

02-02-2013, 05:22 PM	#5
KarenMP59 DVC Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Western NY Posts: 131	This looks like a lot of fun! So how do we sign up? Can it be done before we go or do we have to do it on the ship when we get on board? __________________ Wonder 7 Day Land/Sea February 2001Wonder 7 Day Land/Sea April 2004Wonder 7 Day Land/Sea April 2005Wonder 7 Day Land/Sea April 2009Fantasy Eastern Caribbean May 2012Fantasy Eastern Caribbean April 2013Fantasy Western Caribbean March 2014 DVC 1997 Too many visits to WDW to count

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02-02-2013, 05:23 PM	#6
WDW Princess 71 DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Linwood, NJ Posts: 1,649	I had Mixology with Damian on the 1/19/13 Fantasy cruise in Skyline. It was definitely one of the highlights of my trip. $15 was such a bargain for an hour and 40 minutes experience. We also made different drinks than listed here, and got to go behind the bar to make them. I was travelling solo so this was so fun for me to meet many new people in a totally cool setting. Would definitely do again. __________________ Nicole September 2014: 14 Night WB Transatlantic on the Magic! November 2013: WDW & 3 Night Dream Mother/Daughter TripJuly 2013: 12-Night Eastern Med Cruise w/Greece & Turkey, then Disneyland Paris! January 2013: 7 Night Western Carib on the Fantasy May 2012: 5-Night Double Dip Dream Cruise for Mom & Dad's 30th Anniversary! February 2012: Solo Valentine Cruise Treat to Get Me to Gold! January 2011: 3 Week Ultimate Disney Vacation- WDW then 15 Night Disney Cruise Through Panama Canal then DL in California!May 2010: celebrating at WDW for graduating my MBA program! January 2010: 3rd Disney Cruise, 1st on the Magic, prefaced by New Years Eve in WDW! November 2009: Return to DL at Disney's Grand Californian Resort, May 2009: WDW Summer Kickoff, January 2009: 2nd Disney Cruise- Sisters Cruise 4 Night Wonder, March 2008: WDW Spring Break, February 2008: WDW ESPN Weekend with relatives, April 2007: WDW Spring Break, March 2006: WDW Spring Break, March 2004: Land & Sea Graduation Present 4 Night Wonder (1st Cruise!) and 3 Night WDW, April 2003: WDW Spring Break, November 2002: Florida College Road Trip, Stopover in WDW, June 2002: California College Road Trip, Stopover in Disneyland, November 2001: WDW Mom’s Birthday Celebration, April 2001: WDW Spring Break, October 2000: Millennium Celebration WDW, November 1996: 1st Trip WDW Hooked For Life, 2004-2007: MANY trips up to Disneyland, CA (including 50th Anniversary Happiest Celebration on Earth!) while in college at University of San Diego

02-02-2013, 05:39 PM	#8
papertraveller DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 962	Oh man -- i think it's so funny that you mention Brenda and Jay. That trip report is hilarious! __________________ 2005 @ Disneyland, Offsite; 2008 WDW @ Poly; 2009 WDW @ Poly; 2010 Aboard the Disney Magic (Eastern); August first trip home @ BLT; MNSSHP @ BLT; December Offsite; 2011 AKL Kidani; Vero Beach; Disney Magic (Western); BLT ; MNSSHP @ BLT; December Offsite; 2012 Beach Club Villas; Wilderness Lodge; Disney Magic (Eastern); Vero Beach; BLT; December Offsite; 2013 BLT; Disney Fantasy (Eastern); Wilderness Lodge; BLT

02-02-2013, 05:44 PM	#9
noahsmom 2002 - Poly & Wonder; 2004 - Poly & Wonder; 2006 - AKL & Magic; 2007 - SSR & Wonder; 2008 SSR only; 2009 Kidani, SSR & Magic to Tortola; 2010 Double dip Wonder & WDW road trip Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,280	Damian is the BEST!!! We went to 3 mixology classes last July and had different drinks each time. The day didn't feel complete without a stop at Skyline for a Squished Frog from Damian. __________________

02-02-2013, 07:19 PM	#10
TLSnell1981 TinkLoves Boo Boo Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 9,722	I definitely want to drink this class! __________________ "Strangely enough, it all turns out well. How? I don't know. It's a mystery." Shakespeare in Love

02-02-2013, 07:33 PM	#11
cris0809 Might be why the rum is always gone Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Greater Orlando, FL Posts: 214	A quick word to all those interested in Mixology: The setup, drinks and style of each class are very very very much determined BY YOUR BARTENDER. We have done this class a few times on different ships and while each were fun they have all been very different. Please do not expect that you will necessarily get to pour, or your drinks will be full size, or this will be the menu or even the number of drinks. I've seen lots of different combinations. Let me repeat one thing though: they've all been a blast! __________________ WDW: Lifelong Passholder DLR: 1st Visit Feb 08 DLRP: Oct 10 {Birthday trip!} DCL: Magic {Western/Double Dip} Nov 09, Wonder Jan 10, Wonder Aug 10, Wonder {Mexico} Feb 11, Dream {Birthday Trip!} Oct 11 , Fantasy {Eastern} Oct 12 , Dream Nov 12, Dream Dec 12 , Wonder {Miami w/Castaway} Jan 13, Wonder {WBPC} May 13, Magic {WBTA} Sept 14, Magic {Southern} Sept 14, Dream {Friends' 20th Anniversary Cruise} Nov 14 Aulani: May 12

02-02-2013, 08:39 PM	#12
superrach Mouseketeer Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 90	We did this and it was a fantastic value and fun!! Laughed til I cried with the group we were with. I'm glad I only signed up for one that day cause it was quite a bit to drink in that time span. __________________

02-02-2013, 09:41 PM	#13
dznystar DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 645	We're going on the fantasy in November and I can't wait to do this! __________________

02-23-2013, 07:47 PM	#14
robhawk DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hudson Massachusetts Posts: 534	Just did this last week! Damien is the best! __________________

02-23-2013, 08:16 PM	#15
Mtinkerbell5189 Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 165	For anyone on the fantasy, when was the class offered?

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