Cruise Line Cocktail Recipes for Mothers Day

Mother’s Day will be different this year, but it doesn’t mean that you can’t make the day special. Remember it’s about showing appreciation and gratitude for your mom in ways that are safe and affordable.

Whether you are having a virtual Mother’s Day chat, or a small dinner with family, here are some cruise line cocktail recipes that you may want to try.

Disney Cruise Line’s Palo Bloody Mary Recipe

Holland America Line’s Sangria Recipe

Next time you are on a Holland America cruise, we strongly suggest taking a cooking class or sitting through a presentation of America’s Test Kitchen. This Sangria recipe is one they provide during the tapas class where you enjoy Sangria, a Spanish tortilla with aioli & Spanish-style garlic shrimp. These pair well with other Holland America recipes including patatas bravas & paella on the grill.

INGREDIENTS:
2 large oranges, well washed
1 large lemon, well washed and sliced
¼ cup superfine sugar
2 red apples, well washed, cored and chopped
¼ cup triple sec
¼ cup brandy, or a mixture of half brandy and half Grand Marnier
1 (750 milliliter) bottle inexpensive fry red wine (such as roja), chilled
½ cup sparkling water, chilled (optional)
6 ice cubes

DIRECTIONS:
1. Slice one orange and juice the other; set them aside separately.

2. In a large pitcher, combine the orange slices, lemon slices and sugar. With a wooden spoon, mash the fruit gently until some juice is released and the sugar dissolves but the fruit isn’t totally crushed. Stir in the apples, the reserved fresh orange juice, triple sec, brandy and wine. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

3. Right before serving, stir in the sparking water (if using) and the ice cubes, making sure to reach the fruit that has settled on the bottom. Divide the sangria among the glasses – let a few pieces of fruit pour into each one – and serve immediately.

Notes:
It’s suggested that you add a touch of Grand Marnier if you’ve got it on hand; it will impact a subtle citrusy flavor and aroma. The option of adding sparkling water is there because it will also help lift the aromas to the nose, though it can be omitted completely if you’d prefer. In addition to citrus fruits, almost any fresh fruit except bananas can be added to sangria. Try pitted cherries, slices peaches, or diced pears and plums. Stir in softer fruits right before serving so they remain intact.

The longer sangria sits before drinking, the more smooth and mellow it will taste. A full day is best, but if that’s impossible, give it an absolute minimum of two hours to sit. Use large, heavy, juicy oranges and lemons for the best flavor. If you can’t find superfine sugar, process an equal amount of granulated sugar in a food processor for 30 seconds. Doubling or tripling the recipe is fine, but you’ll have to switch to a large punch bowl in place of the pitcher. An inexpensive Merlot is the best choice for this recipe.

Carnival Cruise Line’s Pineapple Mango Rum Punch Recipe

Carnival Cruises is known for their impressive cocktail selection. Some of their most popular recipes include their FUN SHIP drink, Tropical Lifesaver, Coco Loco, Beachcomber, Ultimate Satan and this Mango Rum Punch we are sharing with you.

Ingredients for Pineapple Mango Rum Punch (servings 1 cocktail)

• 3 oz of pineapple coconut juice
• 3 oz of coconut rum (you can also use light or dark rum here instead)
• 1 oz of mango juice
• 1 oz of orange juice
• splash of grenadine (mainly just for looks)
• lime slices and/or orange zest for garnish
• edible flowers for garnish

Note for making larger batches:If making a punch, rather than a single drink, treat the ounce numbers above as parts instead. So, for example, if you’re making a large batch of pineapple mango rum punch, you’d use 3 parts pineapple coconut juice, 3 parts coconut rum, 1 part mango juice, and 1 part orange juice.

How to Make Pineapple Mango Rum Punch
Combine all juices (pineapple coconut, mango, and orange) and rum. Then stir. Pour over ice and add a splash of grenadine for color. The grenadine will fall to the bottom and give the drink a pretty ombre look. Then, add lime, orange zest, and edible flowers for garnish.

Royal Caribbean Cruise’s Watermelon Cocktail Recipe

You’ll enjoy this Royal Caribbean cruise line recipe. It’s a refreshing, sparkling cocktail that compliments any brunch menu. Let’s get to mixing…

Ingredients:
1 ½ oz. Tanqueray No. 10 Gin
1/2 oz. Aperol
1/2 oz. St. Germain
1/2 oz. fresh lime juice
1/2 oz. simple syrup
Splash of Prosecco
About 1 ¼ cups watermelon juice

At least a few hours in advance (preferably overnight), pour watermelon juice into an ice cube tray and freeze. Combine gin, Aperol, St. Germain, lime juice and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well until chilled and pour into a glass over watermelon ice cubes. Optional: Garnish with an herb, slice of watermelon or lime or an edible flower.

Princess Cruises Ultimate Cooler Cocktail Recipe

This is a delicious and refreshing cooler cocktail! This light and colorful vodka cranberry cocktail is also easy to make. The recipe was provided by Princess Cruises.

HOW TO MAKE A COOLER COCKTAIL – STEP BY STEP

• Add vodka, watermelon syrup, and passion fruit purée in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake for 20 seconds.
• Strain into a tall glass with ice and top off with cranberry juice.
• Garnish with a lemon wedge.

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Signature Cocktail – The Rebellious Fish Recipe

As a signature drink of Norwegian Cruise Line, the Rebellious Fish is as eye-catching as it is refreshing. Most often served in a fishbowl-type glass, this colorful drink is garnished with fresh berries. Yum!

REBELLIOUS FISH

• Ingredients:
• 1/2 oz. Passion Fruit Liqueur
• 1 oz. Vodka
• 1/4 oz. Orange Liqueur
• 2 oz. Orange Juice
• Sparkling Wine (for topping)

• Garnish:
• Fresh Berries

Instructions:
Combine all ingredients, except the sparkling wine, into a mixing glass filled with ice. Shake well, strain and pour into a 12 oz. highball glass filled with fresh ice. Top with sparkling wine, garnish with fresh berries and serve.

Crystal’s No Sin Gin Recipe

Alcohol free “mocktails” are an increasing trend in bars across the globe. Crystal Cruises has choices to suit virtually every taste. Here’s Crystal Cruises recipe for this gin-like mocktail.

1 ½ oz. Seedlip non-alcoholic liquor
½ oz. hibiscus syrup
¼ oz. fresh grapefruit juice
Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic Water

Garnish
Orange slice
Lemon twist
Fresh thyme

Using a Copa glass, combine the first three liquids over ice. Carefully pour in tonic water. Garnish with the orange slice, lemon twist and sprig of thyme.

Holland America’s MOM-OSA

Sunday is Mother’s Day in various countries around the world, and moms across the globe will be celebrating.

Here is Holland America’s MOM-OSA recipe

Glass:
Champagne Glass

Ingredients:
1 oz St Germain
4.5 oz Sparkling Wine

Garnish:
Mint Leaf

Directions:
Pour St Germain in a champagne glass and top with sparkling wine. Add the mint leaf floating in the glass.

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