Lets Talk Booze - Best Cocktail in the World

[rejobako]

I have just become a beer fan and have been trying different brands and styles.

How I envy your upcoming journey of discovery. Would that I could experience the wonderful variety of the ambrosia known as "beer" again for the first time.

 

[lovmy2girls]

Zombie at the Tambu Lounge Polynesian resort. 151 floater, really sets ya back

 

[livinforvacation]

Do the key lime martini's have graham cracker crumbs around the rim? Are they creamy? I had one somewhere else that I just haven't been able to match. Will be in Disney soon. Where's the best place to have one?

 

[wildernesslodgelover]

And don't forget, it comes with a real backscratcher as a swizzle. I don't much go for fruity drinks, but something about this one works for me -- maybe it's the whisky, which isn't a common liquor base for a tropical drink.

At the Akershus, it's worth trying a crackling cold shot of Aquavit with dinner. Apparently, the Norwegians drink shots of this during dinner, as opposed to before and after. Makes sense, since it's flavored with caraway, which kind of goes with the food.

Otherwise, I'm somewhat of a martini snob, which is all about the bartender. You can have the best ingredients in the world, but if the bartender isn't up to par, you end up with a lukewarm glass of premium vodka with olive guts floating around in it. So far, the best bartenders we've found in on property are generally at the Boardwalk's bar. Although if you go offsite, we've had great martinis at both the Ritz Carlton and Gaylord Palms.

Oh yeah, baby! I still have my big 'ol backscratcher!

Mmmm, martinis...you are singin' my song! Do you like gin or vodka? I know, I know...a "true" martini is made with gin but I just love an icy vodka martini with just a smidgen of olive juice shaked with it. I also love it when the martini has those teensy slivers of ice in them...do you know how to get that effect?

 

[conciergekelly]

Do the key lime martini's have graham cracker crumbs around the rim? Are they creamy? I had one somewhere else that I just haven't been able to match. Will be in Disney soon. Where's the best place to have one?

Fulton Key Lime Martini does have graham cracker rim and it is very creamy. They use real cream not that ice cream mix (stuff in the carton that is used in pina coloda). I haven't had one that good since. Believe me I have tried quite a few.

 

[kathymc]

1 - wasabi bloody mary at Kona
2 - caramel appletini at Brown Derby
3 - Rasberry mudslide at River Roost

 

[SimbaNoodle]

After reading all of these posts, I am not sure if I even need to go to any parks. Sounds like it's more fun at the resorts.

 

[Jane E.]

At House of Blues I had a delicious drink called mojo mojito or something like that. It come with lots of mint & sugar. Its so sweet you don't taste any alcohol at all. It was light & refreshing - just what I needed on a hot day.

 

[YCFAN]

Bayberry Martini at Flying Fish. Best cocktail I've ever had.

 

[rejobako]

Mmmm, martinis...you are singin' my song! Do you like gin or vodka? I know, I know...a "true" martini is made with gin but I just love an icy vodka martini with just a smidgen of olive juice shaked with it.

I was solely a vodka martini guy for a long time. For a long time our favorite vodka was Ketel One, then it was Stoli, then Grey Goose (although I find it prohibitively expensive), then Chopin (distilled from potatoes -- probably the smoothest spirit I've ever had), and now we really like Level. But over the past few years, I've been sneaking some gin into my martini recipe. I don't like it straight, but adding about a third as much gin (Bombay Sapphire) to the vodka gives it a botanical kick that works for me these days. I'm back into olives too -- for a long time I just wanted a lemon twist.

I also love it when the martini has those teensy slivers of ice in them...do you know how to get that effect?

I like that sensation too. When I make my own the vodka comes right out of the freezer, and I chill the cocktail glass beforehand too. A martini just isn't a martini unless its crackling cold. I can't duplicate the ice slivers on demand, but I bought a "Fatal Attraction" style ice pick, and I chip small pieces off of the ice and just let them float on top. With the vodka already at freezing temperature, they don't melt for awhile, and the effect is similar.

When I'm in the mood for something a little different -- a sweeter variation with a very cool deep amber color, I'd recommend an Italian Martini, in which you make the martini with vodka and a splash of Campari and sweet, not dry, vermouth. Then use a razor-thin slice of lemon for a garnish. Some people find Campari to be too astringent, but I love the stuff when I'm in the mood for bitters.

 

[Micca]

Rejobako you da man! Have you tried Belvedere Vodka? Very pricey, but on special occasions....

 

[wildernesslodgelover]

I was solely a vodka martini guy for a long time. For a long time our favorite vodka was Ketel One, then it was Stoli, then Grey Goose (although I find it prohibitively expensive), then Chopin (distilled from potatoes -- probably the smoothest spirit I've ever had), and now we really like Level. But over the past few years, I've been sneaking some gin into my martini recipe. I don't like it straight, but adding about a third as much gin (Bombay Sapphire) to the vodka gives it a botanical kick that works for me these days. I'm back into olives too -- for a long time I just wanted a lemon twist.



I like that sensation too. When I make my own the vodka comes right out of the freezer, and I chill the cocktail glass beforehand too. A martini just isn't a martini unless its crackling cold. I can't duplicate the ice slivers on demand, but I bought a "Fatal Attraction" style ice pick, and I chip small pieces off of the ice and just let them float on top. With the vodka already at freezing temperature, they don't melt for awhile, and the effect is similar.

When I'm in the mood for something a little different -- a sweeter variation with a very cool deep amber color, I'd recommend an Italian Martini, in which you make the martini with vodka and a splash of Campari and sweet, not dry, vermouth. Then use a razor-thin slice of lemon for a garnish. Some people find Campari to be too astringent, but I love the stuff when I'm in the mood for bitters.

Micca is right...you *IS* the MAN!

I never thought of adding a bit of gin to the martini...I see what you mean, that would add a lovely herbaceous hint to the drink. I will try that...maybe I will save that trick til I get to WDW and ask a bartender to make it for me, and I will raise a glass to ya! I also like the idea of an italian martini...sounds great.

As far as vodkas go...have you tried Hangar One? Also, have you heard of "Tito's?" It is made in Texas (Austin, I think) and consistently ranks high. here is a link to an article, that provides other links..

http://www.liquorsnob.com/archives/2005/10/show_us_your_titos.php

Nice talkin' "martinis and WDW" with ya!

 

[rejobako]

Rejobako you da man! Have you tried Belvedere Vodka? Very pricey, but on special occasions....

I have, and it's pretty good stuff. One night we were at an upscale bar down in Naples Florida (of course, try finding a bar down there that isn't upscale) and decided we were going to sample some new spirits. The Belvedere was a hit that evening, but afterwards I tried Van Gogh and my wife tried Chiroc -- don't know how you feel about those two, but we gave them both a thumbs down.

 

[rejobako]

As far as vodkas go...have you tried Hangar One? Also, have you heard of "Tito's?" It is made in Texas (Austin, I think) and consistently ranks high. here is a link to an article, that provides other links..

http://www.liquorsnob.com/archives/2005/10/show_us_your_titos.php

Nice talkin' "martinis and WDW" with ya!

Likewise! I must say I haven't tried either of those, but I'm going to.

 

[Pixiedust34]

The most recent drink I've had at WDW is the Lava Lamp at Petals. It was pretty good!

 

[robinb]

I also love it when the martini has those teensy slivers of ice in them...do you know how to get that effect?

Oh! Oh! I know the answer to this one!!! Use crushed ice in your shaker, not cubes. I use an retro Ice-O-Mat hand cranked ice crusher I found at a resale store. Oh ... and I'm a Gin girl. I love the martinis at Victoria Falls at AKL.

 

[disneypofq05]

The Pina Colada's at the Poly are the best I have ever had!!!

 

[wildernesslodgelover]

Oh, robinb...you always know the answers to my most pressing questions! Thanks!

 

[allegracristina]

These all sound so good!! I can't wait to try the Lapu-Lapu. Thanks for all the great suggestions!

 

[jisom12]

Great thread. My DW is looking forward to trying the Lapu Lapu. While I will indulge in a Kungaloosh at the Adventurers Club.