Robb Posted February 16 #1 Share Posted February 16 Been a while since we have sailed with Oceania. What drinks are included? I think I saw where wine was included with lunch and dinner. Is that correct? Thanks so much, guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clo Posted February 16 #2 Share Posted February 16 " As part of the Oceania Cruises simply More program, the House Select beverage package provides three dozen premium label champagnes and wines, plus two dozen beer selections from around the world, all to be enjoyed during lunch and dinner at all onboard restaurants.Nov 12, 2023 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJL2023 Posted February 16 #3 Share Posted February 16 And please understand that ‘premium’ is always subjective. Just wanted to get this out there before all the self proclaimed wine experts chime in. We have not had an issue finding something to our liking. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare thebsinmiss Posted February 16 #4 Share Posted February 16 Don't forget Oceania allows you to bring wine/beer (spirits?) on to the ship for consumption in your own cabin only. Based on several other posts it appears numerous cruisers pick up an interesting bottle or two in various ports which allows them sample some nice wines not on the O list ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basor Posted February 16 #5 Share Posted February 16 All non-alcoholic drinks are included - coffee drinks, soda, mocktails,etc. There might be some exceptions like an alcohol free liquor, wine or beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tranquility Base Posted February 16 #6 Share Posted February 16 Is there sometimes an alcoholic Ginger Beer available on O ? If so, I wonder if that would be included in SM. I guess I'll find out onboard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEFIowa Posted February 16 #7 Share Posted February 16 For those cruises booked under Simply More, you can get wine and beer at lunch and dinner in their restaurants. You only can only get what they have and offer. BUT... You can bring all the alcohol you want on board at embarkation and in ports, including beer, hard liquor and wine. Drink the beer & hard liquor in your cabin. Pay a corkage fee to drink your wine in their restaurants. Or pay to upgrade to their drinks package (to drink from what they have and offer from it). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cruisemom42 Posted February 16 #8 Share Posted February 16 On my recent O cruise I was delighted to realize that wine and beer are also included when you order lunch or dinner from room service. I had a couple of excursions return at late lunch time. The GDR wasn’t open and Terrace was slammed. I just decided to get room service and was able to order a glass of wine to go with. Some lines with beverage packages don’t allow this. I thought it a nice touch. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loge23 Posted February 16 #9 Share Posted February 16 5 hours ago, EJL2023 said: And please understand that ‘premium’ is always subjective. Just wanted to get this out there before all the self proclaimed wine experts chime in. We have not had an issue finding something to our liking. On our recent Vista cruise, we felt that the by-the-glass wine selection during lunch and dinner was very good. Among the whites: a very nice Spanish Albarino and a reasonable white Burgundy (Chardonnay), also an Italian Pinot Grigio. There were some domestics as well and a Reisling that we did not try. Among the reds: An off-the-menu Bordeaux Superiore (Chateau de Parenchere) which was delicious, a nice Burgundy (Pinot Noir) beautiful cherry-red color and fruity taste, a most popular Wente Cabernet (we found that flat and too sweet), and a nice Cote de Rhone, among others. Maybe best of all was a delicious dessert Sauterne - Chateau des Ormes - a perfect coda to a great meal! All of these wines are presented professionally by a dedicated wine steward and served in proper stemware. So, maybe not, as EJL2023 stated, "premium" wines, but a well-curated let's say "value" selection. As for cocktails, there are two Happy Hours (2 for 1) at 5-6 and 10:30-11:30 pm. Complimentary open bar at the Captain's Party also. Also as noted, bring whatever you want on board for cabin consumption. Above all, enjoy your cruise! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loge23 Posted February 16 #10 Share Posted February 16 Almost forgot! Also available is a Champagne Montaudon and Prosecco! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMHuntFerry Posted February 16 #11 Share Posted February 16 2 hours ago, Tranquility Base said: Is there sometimes an alcoholic Ginger Beer available on O ? If so, I wonder if that would be included in SM. I guess I'll find out onboard. The ginger beer has been the no-alcohol version in my experience. Also beware of the cider - Angry Orchard is the sweet kind with added sugar. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robb Posted February 17 Author #12 Share Posted February 17 Thanks to all for the responses................😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hlitner Posted February 17 #13 Share Posted February 17 6 hours ago, loge23 said: Almost forgot! Also available is a Champagne Montaudon and Prosecco! Montoudon is also the included wine on Seabourn We find it quite drinkable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clo Posted February 17 #14 Share Posted February 17 13 hours ago, EJL2023 said: And please understand that ‘premium’ is always subjective. Just wanted to get this out there before all the self proclaimed wine experts chime in. We have not had an issue finding something to our liking. I have used the 'deal' yet but having looked at the menu I know that we won't either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare pinotlover Posted February 17 #15 Share Posted February 17 19 hours ago, loge23 said: Almost forgot! Also available is a Champagne Montaudon and Prosecco! Which ship are you either currently on or have recently departed that was serving Montaudon as the Champagne selection? To my experience it hasn’t been served since perhaps pre Covid when O brought back the horrendously poor German. The current champagne is fine( Heidseck blue top) but it’s not Mountadon. Has Oceania recently changed champagne? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loge23 Posted February 17 #16 Share Posted February 17 1 hour ago, pinotlover said: Which ship are you either currently on or have recently departed that was serving Montaudon as the Champagne selection? To my experience it hasn’t been served since perhaps pre Covid when O brought back the horrendously poor German. The current champagne is fine( Heidseck blue top) but it’s not Mountadon. Has Oceania recently changed champagne? Correct, we had the Monopole on the Regatta in July, but last week on the Vista it was all Montaudon. Fortunately, we brought two Veuve Clicquots aboard for my big b-day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john2003 Posted February 21 #17 Share Posted February 21 Does having the wine with meals option reduce the cost of a beverage package? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMHuntFerry Posted February 21 #18 Share Posted February 21 53 minutes ago, john2003 said: Does having the wine with meals option reduce the cost of a beverage package? If you upgrade (so all day plus liquor), the price is currently $30 per person per day. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shepherd really Posted February 21 #19 Share Posted February 21 On 2/17/2024 at 9:31 AM, pinotlover said: Which ship are you either currently on or have recently departed that was serving Montaudon as the Champagne selection? To my experience it hasn’t been served since perhaps pre Covid when O brought back the horrendously poor German. The current champagne is fine( Heidseck blue top) but it’s not Mountadon. Has Oceania recently changed champagne? On Marina Heidseck blue top was in my cabin six days ago. Now it's in the refrigerator in my cabin. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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