yacht rock cocktail

Blend with ice, serve in a hurricane glass with a straw, garnish with an umbrella through an orange wheel and two brandied cherries. Throw on some Michael McDonald and enjoy.

What a fool believes, he sees.

A tribute to the much maligned heyday of the frozen drink, the 70s, and its signature cocktails the Piña Colada, the Painkiller, and the Harvey Wallbanger. The coconut, orange juice, orange blossom water, Galliano, and vanilla extract create an orange creamsicle flavor, rounded out by the citrate and deepened by the Campari. Finalist in About.com's frozen cocktail contest.

http://abt.cm/1798Mvt

• Log in or register to post comments

Choose a location

• Afghanistan Albania Algeria American Samoa Andorra Angola Anguilla Antarctica Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Armenia Aruba Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belarus Belgium Belize Benin Bermuda Bhutan Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Bouvet Island Brazil British Indian Ocean Brunei Darussalam Bulgaria Burkina Faso Burundi Cambodia Cameroon Canada Cape Verde Cayman Islands Central African Republic Chad Chile China Christmas Island Cocos (Keeling) Islands Colombia Comoros Congo Congo, Dem. Rep. Cook Islands Costa Rica Cote d'Ivoire Croatia (Hrvatska) Cuba Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Djibouti Dominica Dominican Republic East Timor Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Estonia Ethiopia Falkland Islands Faroe Islands Fiji Finland France French Guiana French Polynesia French Southern Terr. Gabon Gambia Georgia Germany Ghana Gibraltar Greece Greenland Grenada Guadeloupe Guam Guatemala Guinea Guinea-Bissau Guyana Haiti Holy See (Vatican) Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Iran (Islamic Rep.) Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Jamaica Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kiribati Korea, Dem. People's Rep. Korea, Republic of Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Lao People's Dem. Rep. Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liberia Libyan Arab Jamahiriya Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macau Macedonia, Republic of Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Maldives Mali Malta Marshall Islands Martinique Mauritania Mauritius Mayotte Mexico Micronesia, Fed. States of Moldova, Republic of Monaco Mongolia Montenegro Montserrat Morocco Mozambique Myanmar Namibia Nauru Nepal Netherlands Netherlands Antilles New Caledonia New Zealand Nicaragua Niger Nigeria Niue Norfolk Island Northern Mariana Islands Norway Oman Pakistan Palau Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Pitcairn Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Reunion Romania Russian Federation Rwanda S Georgia & S Sandwich Isl Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Samoa San Marino Sao Tome and Principe Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Seychelles Sierra Leone Singapore Slovakia (Slovak Republic) Slovenia Solomon Islands Somalia South Africa Spain Sri Lanka St Vincent & Grenadines St. Helena St. Maarten St. Pierre and Miquelon Sudan Suriname Svalbard & Jan Mayen Isl Swaziland Sweden Switzerland Syrian Arab Republic Taiwan Tajikistan Tanzania, United Republic Thailand Togo Tokelau Tonga Trinidad and Tobago Tunisia Turkey Turkmenistan Turks and Caicos Isl. Tuvalu U.S. Minor Outlying Isl. Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom United States Uruguay Uzbekistan Vanuatu Venezuela Vietnam Virgin Islands (British) Virgin Islands (U.S.) Wallis and Futuna Isl. Western Sahara Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe
• Remember me
• Cocktail Lab
• Choose a Location
• My Profile | Log out

• PATRÓN EL CIELO

• PATRÓN EL ALTO

• Gran Patrón

• Limited Edition

• Tequila Guide
• Responsibility
• Cocktails For You
• All Recipes
• Patrón Signature Serves
• Featured Collections
• Shop All Patrón
• Shop PATRÓN EL CIELO
• Shop PATRÓN EL ALTO

WARNING: JavaScript is not enabled. The site requires JavaScript to have an optimal experience. Please enable it and refresh the page.

Perfected Classic

Conventional recipes elevated to Patrón perfection.

Patrón Reposado

Yacht Rock Sangria

Average review 0.0 stars ( 0 ) Rate

Classic and citrusy, with bold fruit flavors of banana, pineapple, and orange, this sangria will be at the helm of the fun at your next party.

Copy link to share this cocktail

Intermediate

No special tools, ingredients, or prep work required.

Standard tools and techniques, with some advanced ingredients and prep.

Involves specialized tools, techniques and homemade or exotic ingredients.

Lime wheels & blueberries

Entertaining, Warm Weather

Buy Patrón Reposado

Enter your address to see purchase options.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Ingredients

Unless noted, drinks should be made one at a time.

How to Make

• Combine liquid ingredients in a pitcher, carafe or punch bowl.
• Add large chunks of ice and stir to combine and chill.
• Garnish with lime wheels and blueberries.
• Serve over ice.

How to Stir & Strain

So, how much did you like it?

Drinks you’ll love

PATRÓN Reposado Spicy Margarita

This spicy spin on the classic margarita combines the picante flavor of jalapeño slices with ultra-smooth PATRÓN Reposado for a well-balanced cocktail with an extra kick.

Patrón Ranch Water

Cool off at your favorite watering hole with the refreshing citrusy flavors of this fizzy Western classic.

PATRÓN Paloma

PATRÓN Reposado perfects this classic cocktail alongside refreshing grapefruit juice and sparkling water.

Perfect Pineapple Margarita

The classic cocktail gets a tropical twist with this easy-to-make pineapple margarita on the rocks recipe.

Patrón Reposado Margarita

Inspired by the Patrón Perfect Margarita, the Patrón Reposado Margarita is a simple recipe, with lime and orange notes, crafted with Reposado.

Be the First to Know

Learn about new products and taste-making spins on Patrón cocktails.

You Might Also Try

Cocktail of the Moment

PATRÓN EL CIELO Spritz

The best of both worlds.

Discover Patrón Reposado

• Newsletter Signup
• Purchase Online
• Terms of Use

THE PERFECT WAY TO ENJOY PATRÓN IS RESPONSIBLY. ©2024. PATRÓN, ITS TRADE DRESS AND THE BEE LOGO ARE TRADEMARKS. HANDCRAFTED IN MEXICO. IMPORTED BY THE PATRÓN SPIRITS COMPANY, CORAL GABLES, FL., USA TEQUILA – 40% ALC. BY VOL. CONTENT FOR 21+. ONLY SHARE WITH THOSE OF LEGAL DRINKING AGE. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALCOHOL RESPONSIBILITY VISIT RESPONSIBLEDRINKING.ORG AND RESPONSIBILITY.ORG .

Patrón Cocktail Lab

Quench your thirst for delightful Patrón cocktails based on your preferences. Bartenders can sign up to submit cocktails, promote their career and more.

Log in to your account

• Forgot password?

Become a Patrón Bartender

Join the Patrón family to get recognized for how you’re shaking things up in the industry.

• Marijuana Legislation
• Cannabusiness
• Medical Marijuana

• Food + Drink

Yacht Rock Pairs Perfectly With Cocktails

Nothing sets the mood better than music – and Yacht Rock is still a star

The anthem is Come Sail Away by Styx is the perfect anthem for a dark, cold winter night.  Dreams of a beach, a boat, and escaping helps some survive the winter.  Well, Yacht Rock pairs perfect with cocktails in the summer and evening. Yacht rock is unique music style and aesthetic commonly associated with soft rock, one of the most commercially successful genres from the mid-1970s to the mid-1980s. Millennials to boomers have savored the sounds while enjoying drink.

Typified by artists like Christopher Cross, Rupert Holmes, and Pablo Cruise, Yacht Rock is  highlight the casual approach to love, life and a laid back life. Despite being a un-pc, the stuff is irresistible on days you are craving escape. It reeks of sunshine and laziness.

Yacht Rock is nuanced and usually one of the key themes. They are finding the love of your life, having a memorable one-night stand or doing something nautical. Jimmy Buffet and the beach focus is not usually in the genre.

RELATED: 5 Great Bourbons For Fall

“Yacht rock is the new hipster music. We have a yacht rock playlist at one of our restaurants, Huckleberry Square and we constantly get comments from all generations about how great the music is. At another one of our places, the notorious dove diner The 5 Point Cafe, when the music switches from the usual punk and metal, to yacht rock, people think it’s amazing, like something they’ve never heard. It’s chill nostalgic and fun goes great with cocktails, what more can you ask for?” shares David Meinert, owner of several successful Seattle bars and restaurants.

“The Pina Colada Song” is arguably the most perfect embodiment of yacht rock, fulfilling, as it does, all three of the qualifications cited above. Holmes sings about making love in the dunes, attempts to cheat on his wife, then ultimately, rediscovers that his “old lady” is actually the love he’s been searching for all along. That’s the holy trinity of Yacht Rock themes, all wrapped up in a breezy story of casual adultery.

Easy Pina Coloda

Ingredients.

• 1 pound (about 3 cups ) frozen pineapple chunks
• 3 ounces ( 1/3 cup ) white rum
• 2/3 cup coconut milk
• Optional garnishes: fresh pineapple slices, maraschino cherries, cute paper umbrellas
• Combine all ingredients together in a blender, and puree until smooth.  If the mixture is too thick, feel free to add in extra rum or coconut milk to help it blend.
• Serve immediately, topped with your desired garnishes.
• David Meinert
• Huckleberry Square
• The 5 Point Cafe

The Best Hydrating Cocktails For A Hot Weekend

Did you know cannabis was related to this popular drink, cool ice cream cocktails for a heat dome, can cannabis pair well with a wine dinner, more by this author, you can bet on anything from the debate to marijuana rescheduling, ncaa upends college sports with marijuana change, do you know the marijuana emoji.

Don't Miss Your Weekly Dose of The Fresh Toast.

Stay informed with exclusive news briefs delivered directly to your inbox every Friday.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe anytime.

The Fresh Toast is an award-winning lifestyle & health platform with a side of cannabis. We work hard each day to bring uplifting and informative information about culture, weed, celebrity, tech and medical marijuana.

© Copyright @2020

• Copyright Policy
• Contribute Content
• User Agreement

cocktail virgin slut

quality versus quantity does not have to be a winner-take-all proposition.

Wednesday, June 1, 2016

Great to see the Yacht Rock featured here. Thank you for your post! A quick note, the Vermouth used in the recipe is Dolin Blanc. The vanilla tones of the Blanc marry well with the chocolate and orange tones of the cocktail. -Garret

Post a Comment

support the site: buy my cocktail books!

follow me on twitter & instagram

• ►  July (2)
• ►  June (30)
• ►  May (30)
• ►  April (30)
• ►  March (31)
• ►  February (29)
• ►  January (32)
• ►  December (32)
• ►  November (30)
• ►  October (31)
• ►  September (31)
• ►  August (30)
• ►  July (29)
• ►  June (29)
• ►  May (31)
• ►  March (32)
• ►  January (27)
• ►  December (34)
• ►  November (25)
• ►  October (29)
• ►  September (24)
• ►  July (33)
• ►  May (33)
• ►  February (27)
• ►  November (28)
• ►  October (30)
• ►  August (31)
• ►  July (31)
• ►  May (32)
• ►  April (31)
• ►  December (33)
• ►  October (34)
• ►  September (30)
• ►  June (31)
• ►  February (26)
• ►  January (31)
• ►  December (31)
• ►  November (32)
• ►  October (33)
• ►  September (29)
• ►  August (32)
• ►  June (32)
• ►  May (36)
• ►  April (32)
• ►  March (33)
• ►  February (31)
• ►  January (35)
• ►  December (36)
• ►  November (34)
• ►  September (34)
• ►  February (30)
• ►  January (36)
• ►  December (38)
• ►  November (35)
• ►  September (32)
• ►  April (36)
• ►  March (38)
• ►  February (33)
• ►  January (37)
• ►  December (39)
• ►  November (38)
• ►  October (39)
• ►  September (43)
• ►  August (49)
• ►  July (45)
• bumbled bee
• boardwalk flyer
• padang swizzle
• triple arthrodesis
• lion of baltimore
• the naked ape
• strange weaver
• :: tips for tales of the cocktail ::
• martician vermouth cocktail
• double entendre
• old yellowstain
• magic julep
• waking up ain't easy
• oaxacan punch
• bikini bottom
• the snake pit
• kahala cooler
• voodoo echo
• growing old and dying happy is a hope, not an inev...
• central standard swizzle
• hoptimum pine
• [banana cup no. 1]
• surfer on acid
• jim's special
• daq in black
• crossroads highball
• ►  May (34)
• ►  April (33)
• ►  February (39)
• ►  November (39)
• ►  October (46)
• ►  August (60)
• ►  July (68)
• ►  May (29)
• ►  April (23)
• ►  March (21)
• ►  February (21)
• ►  January (22)
• ►  December (20)
• ►  November (22)
• ►  October (20)
• ►  September (15)
• ►  August (16)
• ►  July (19)
• ►  June (21)
• ►  May (22)
• ►  April (21)
• ►  March (19)
• ►  February (19)
• ►  January (28)
• ►  December (25)
• ►  November (26)
• ►  October (27)
• ►  August (36)
• ►  July (39)
• ►  June (36)
• ►  May (43)
• ►  April (43)
• ►  March (44)
• ►  February (42)
• ►  January (45)
• ►  December (43)
• ►  November (62)
• ►  October (45)
• ►  September (41)
• ►  August (46)
• ►  June (45)
• ►  May (50)
• ►  April (47)
• ►  February (44)
• ►  December (47)
• ►  November (47)
• ►  October (43)
• ►  August (47)
• ►  July (38)
• ►  June (48)
• ►  May (40)
• ►  April (40)
• ►  March (43)
• ►  February (37)
• ►  December (37)
• ►  October (28)
• ►  September (33)
• ►  August (43)
• ►  July (35)
• ►  June (37)
• ►  February (24)
• ►  January (29)
• ►  September (28)
• ►  August (22)
• ►  July (36)
• ►  June (22)
• ►  May (25)
• ►  March (30)
• ►  February (23)
• ►  January (21)
• ►  December (27)
• ►  November (29)
• ►  October (25)
• ►  September (16)
• ►  August (14)
• ►  July (10)
• ►  June (14)
• ►  May (9)
• ►  April (5)
• ►  March (12)
• ►  January (5)
• ►  December (14)
• ►  November (11)
• ►  October (23)
• ►  September (8)

ingredients

• *bar review (3)
• *barware (11)
• *bitters recipe (7)
• *book review (10)
• *boston cocktail summit (6)
• *bostoncocktailallstars (6)
• *essay (56)
• *mixology monday (109)
• *original (577)
• *portlandcocktailweek (7)
• *room temperature (51)
• *seminar (69)
• *spiritsreview (23)
• *talesofthecocktail (105)
• *thirst boston (18)
• *yearend (38)
• #abigails (1)
• #aldenharlow (2)
• #amesstreet (6)
• #armsby abbey (1)
• #artbar (2)
• #audobon (7)
• #automatic (4)
• #backbar-journeyman (131)
• #barmezzana (3)
• #barrelhouse (17)
• #beehive (5)
• #belly (12)
• #bergamot (35)
• #blossombar (4)
• #bluedragon (3)
• #blueroom (20)
• #brickandmortar (75)
• #bronwyn (1)
• #chez henri (5)
• #citizen boston (40)
• #citizen worcester (5)
• #craigieonmain (75)
• #cure-nola (11)
• #daiquirisdaisies (3)
• #deep ellum (49)
• #drink (160)
• #eastern standard (157)
• #equalmeasure (2)
• #estragon (117)
• #fairstedkitchen (4)
• #franklin (24)
• #frogmore (2)
• #green street (95)
• #hawthorne (48)
• #highballlounge (6)
• #highland kitchen (12)
• #hojoko (3)
• #hungry mother (10)
• #independent (21)
• #jmcurleys (8)
• #kirklandtaptrotter (15)
• #labrasa (3)
• #lanikai-nyc (2)
• #latitude29 (3)
• #lineage (34)
• #littledonkey (2)
• #local149 (15)
• #louisvilleky (5)
• #loyalnine (103)
• #merrill (4)
• #nahita (2)
• #neworleans (30)
• #no. 9 park (95)
• #offsuit (4)
• #other (123)
• #ourfathers (12)
• #parkrestaurant (5)
• #pomodoro (10)
• #portland-or (27)
• #puritan (2)
• #rendezvous (71)
• #rialto (4)
• #russell house tavern (52)
• #scholars (5)
• #shoreleave (6)
• #sichuan-garden2 (69)
• #silvertone (13)
• #sinclair (4)
• #spoke (11)
• #statepark (4)
• #steelandrye (9)
• #stoddards (33)
• #straightlaw (6)
• #tavernroad (10)
• #temple bar (7)
• #the gallows (6)
• #thinktank (2)
• #tigermama (5)
• #townshend (1)
• #townsman (1)
• #trina's starlite lounge (35)
• #vandaag-nyc (2)
• #westbridge (10)
• #whistler-chicago (2)
• #yvonnes (6)
• absinthe (488)
• amaretto (22)
• amaro (567)
• amaro nonino (77)
• amer picon (138)
• aperol (226)
• apple cider (26)
• applejack (293)
• apricot liqueur (299)
• aquavit (65)
• averna (159)
• batavia arrack (94)
• bauchant (5)
• becherovka (43)
• benedictine (429)
• bitters (aged) (60)
• bitters (Angostura) (1167)
• bitters (aromatic) (245)
• bitters (Gammeldansk) (3)
• bitters (mole) (310)
• bitters (orange) (726)
• bitters (other) (348)
• bitters (Peychaud's) (409)
• brandy (217)
• cachaça (97)
• calvados (111)
• campari (481)
• champagne (133)
• chartreuse (16)
• chartreuse (green) (261)
• chartreuse (yellow) (236)
• cherry brandy (134)
• chinato (14)
• cognac (348)
• cointreau (227)
• creme de banane (119)
• creme de cacao (193)
• creme de cassis (40)
• creme de menthe (17)
• creme de noyaux (17)
• creme de peche (49)
• creme de rose (5)
• creme de violette (58)
• creole shrub (27)
• curacao (354)
• cynar (424)
• drambuie (86)
• dubonnet (65)
• egg white (281)
• falernum (282)
• fernet-branca (296)
• galliano (36)
• genever (146)
• ginger beer (70)
• ginger liqueur (54)
• grapefruit juice (259)
• grappa (10)
• grenadine (320)
• gum syrup (21)
• herbsainte (80)
• honey (297)
• honey liqueur (13)
• infused vodka (3)
• kahlua (104)
• kümmel (40)
• lemon juice (1515)
• licor 43 (23)
• lillet (275)
• lime juice (1398)
• madeira (81)
• malört (18)
• maple syrup (102)
• maraschino (452)
• mezcal (481)
• orange juice (275)
• orgeat (317)
• pamplemousse (48)
• passion fruit syrup (195)
• pastis (53)
• pear liqueur (40)
• pimento dram (233)
• pimm's no. 1 (63)
• pineapple juice (395)
• pineapple syrup (90)
• pineau des charentes (13)
• port (ruby) (43)
• port (tawny) (39)
• port (white) (7)
• punt e mes (301)
• quinquina (142)
• raspberry syrup (64)
• rock candy syrup (18)
• rum (white) (387)
• scotch (438)
• sherry (697)
• simple syrup (767)
• simple syrup (cinnamon) (265)
• simple syrup (mint) (8)
• simple syrup (other) (127)
• simple syrup (vanilla) (100)
• sloe gin (68)
• st. germain (187)
• strega (37)
• sugar (193)
• swedish punsch (139)
• tequila (407)
• vermouth (bianco) (163)
• vermouth (dry) (544)
• vermouth (rose) (4)
• vermouth (sweet) (798)
• walnut liqueur (60)
• whiskey (151)
• whiskey (Bourbon) (467)
• whiskey (Rye) (697)
• wine (red) (17)
• wine (rose) (1)
• wine (white) (8)
• A Dash of Bitters
• A Mountain Of Crushed Ice
• Alcademics.com
• Boston Apothecary
• Imbibe Unfiltered
• Musings on Cocktails
• Off The Presses
• Rowley's Whiskey Forge
• RumDood.com
• Scofflaw's Den
• The Cocktail Chronicles
• The Pegu Blog
• Underhill-Lounge

• Business & Tech
• Food & Drink
• Arts & Entertainment

SFist Drinks: Yacht Rock-Inspired Cocktails From CUESA's Summer Cocktail Event

This Wednesday, August 28th at the Ferry Building, the folks from CUESA are hosting their latest seasonal drinking event. For the August edition, the folks who put on your friendly neighborhood farmers markets are going with a Yacht Rock theme celebrating late Summer produce, boat-friendly booze, and a classic Styx track.

You won't find any slushy, icy or pineapple-coconut boat drinks on the menu, but you will find some creative uses of tomatillo juice, over-proofed rums and various chili peppers.

The bartenders charged with creating nautically themed, locally sourced, in-season cocktails for Wednesday's event include notable cocktail shakers from Burritt Room , 15 Romolo , Trick Dog , Smuggler's Cove , Iron & Gold , Novela and more. On the food side bites and hors d'oeuvres will come from from Tango & Stache , Bluestem Brasserie , Prather Ranch , La Mar Cebicheria and others.

The event itself happens this Wednesday evening 5:30 - 8 p.m. at the Ferry Building. Tickets are $40 , but a few of the bar stars from the event have graciously shared their recipes here so saucy SFist readers and come sail away on their own. Enjoy:

Josh Trabulsi, Burritt Room Peg Leg 2 oz Sailor Jerry  1/2 oz orgeat  1/2 oz serrano strawberry cordial* 3/4 oz lime 3 dash chocolate bitters

Shake and double strain over new ice into Old fashioned glass. Garnish with pirate skull flag and strawberry. 

Blend 20 strawberries, one half serrano chile, and 2 oz overproof white rum (Forres Park) with 2 cups of 1:1 turbinado simple syrup. Strain out seeds and solids 2 or 3 times. 

Vita Simone and Alexeis Filipello of Sassafras Seagrass & Dogwood Tippy Tommy

2 oz tequila  .5 oz fresh lime 1.5 oz tomatillo juice 4 orange cherry tomatoes .6 honey simple syrup Half thin slice Fresno chili seeds included Pineapple mint St George Dry rye rinse

To make tomatillo syrup: Blend 6 pieces of tomatillos. Add 4 cherry tomatoes and strain. Add honey. Mix and serve within 8 hours for best flavor. recipe is for one drink  To serve: Muddle pineapple mint and fresno pepper. Add tequila and lime. Rinse glass with St. George spirits dry rye gin. Fill shaker with ice, cap, and Shake then double strain. Serve in a coup or martini glass for fun or on the rocks with a chili sugar rim. Garnish with a cherry tomato or make an umbrella with a tomatillo wrapper.  Enjoy cautiously.

Abraham Perez, CHAYA Brasserie Gin Barquentine

2 oz St. George dry rye gin 1/4 oz Solerno Blood Orange Liquor 1/4 oz gum syrup Lemon basil leaves Lemon juice Red pluot

Muddle two peeled slices of red pluot with 4 lemon basil leaves, a few of drops of lemon juice, a 1/4 oz of solerno, and a 1/4 oz of gum syrup. Lastly add 2 oz of St. George dry rye gin, stir it up and double strain into an up glass.

Victoria George, Rickhouse To Be or Yacht to Be 1.5 oz Blue Bottle-infused Fernet Branca Menta .75 Raspberry/Rosemary Shrub .75 Fresh Lemon Juice

Shake all ingredients. Double strain into rocks glass. For full-sized cocktail, use crushed ice.  

Mauricio “Moe” Arce, Monarch
 Come Sail Away 1oz Drambuie  3/4 oz Drambuie 15 Bar Spoon Fig Jam (homemade)  1/2 oz Blue Bottle Cold Press  ¼ oz Cereal Milk (homemade) 

More tickets and event info can be found on CUESA's site here . More information about the inspiration behind Moe Arce's cocktail can be found below:

Subscribe to SFist - San Francisco News, Restaurants, Events, & Sports

Get the latest posts delivered right to your inbox

Stay up to date! Get all the latest & greatest posts delivered straight to your inbox

The Search for the Ultimate Mai Tai

Traveling the Bay Area and beyond to find the best Mai Tai in the world! Tiki, cocktails, and adventures by Kevin Crossman

More Yacht-Rock Menu Cocktails

Leave a reply cancel reply.

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

Backyard Road Trips

BYRT’s Ultimate Yacht Rock Playlist

Shaggy feathered hair? Check. Mustache? Check. High-pitched male vocals? Check. Perfect for the sailboat? Check. Then it must be yacht rock. And here’s BYRT’s Ultimate Yacht Rock Playlist (scroll to the bottom to hear the tracks)!

My first acknowledgment of the term “yacht rock” occurred in the short-lived Plymouth record store Mars Records, as there was a yacht rock category. Since then this genre of soft rock mainly from the mid to late 70s to early 80s has gained traction. 

Typically heralded as just plain corny, artists such as Christopher Cross, Stephen Bishop, and Bernie Higgins have gone through a resurgence of late. During the summertime, there is even a seasonal yacht rock channel on Sirius satellite radio. 

A Collaborative Effort

Often at work, my friends and I fall deep down rabbit holes. A recent such rabbit hole was compiling the ultimate yacht rock playlist. A big shout out to Mike Landolfi for all of his input on this essential piece (although he needs to grow his hair longer and feather it). 

Instead of pairing yacht rock with a six-pack of beer, we’re heading for a canned cocktail, an easy sipper for those warm summer boating days. The Litchfielder, a bourbon-based cocktail with lemon juice by Litchfield Distillery, is a good choice for those fall yachting days. Let your mullet and mustache blow in the wind, crack open the canned cocktail, and listen to the following playlist on your favorite listening device, whether through a streaming service or 8 track. 

Let the ultimate yacht rock playlist begin!

Starting the playlist is the ultimate yacht rockstar–Christopher Cross, whose “Sailing” gives the genre an identity. Next follows Rupert Holmes with “Escape,” better known as the “Pina Colada Song,” which is my least favorite song, quite terrible, but certainly exemplifies this genre. Steely Dan is a tough inclusion since I really like them and musically they are far more intricate than most on the list. I chose “Deacon Blues” which is one of my favorite Steely Dan tracks. The theme from the Greatest American Hero is known more for this rendition . Ace’s “How Long” is another track that I genuinely enjoy but still fits the bill. 

America walks that fine line between yacht rock and breezy folk-rock but ultimately belongs on this list. The Captain and Tennille feature elusive female vocals in this male-dominated genre. (and provides the antithesis to Joy Division’s “Love Will Tear Us Apart”). Next up is the crown prince of yacht rock, Michael McDonald. Before I knew they sang “Kiss You All Over,” I thought this band had to be a hair metal band by their name, Exile. Starship finishes out at number 10 with another one of my least favorite songs, “We Built This City.” 

The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band with “American Dream” is also pretty bad, leaning toward the “Pina Colada Song” or Jimmy Buffet by way of light country music. Kenny Loggins and Stevie Nicks are truly forgettable on the track “Whenever I Call You ‘Friend.’” A great yacht rock one-hit-wonder, Player, with “Baby Come Back” is a perfect soundtrack to grocery shopping. Ambrosia, not only a dessert but “Biggest Part of Me” is another genre-defining track. “I’d Really Love to See You Tonight” is simply one of those songs you know, but don’t know who sings it. Well, guess what, it’s England Dan and John Ford Coley! 

Just like the last track, Robbie Dupree’s “Steal Away” I can promise you know, although I have never heard of the artist. Toto is a funny band, part mullet rock of “Hold the Line,” part pop of “Africa” and pure yacht rock with “Rosanna,” the tribute to a young Roseanne Barr . The Doobie Brothers start as a southern rock type group but head straight to the ocean with the addition of Michael McDonald, best exemplified by “What a Fool Believes.” Hall & Oates part blue-eyed soul, part yacht rock plays the part with “Kiss On My List.” Orleans’s “Still the One” is the theme song to every reelected candidate since the song came out and is still pretty terrible. 

The sailing theme is in full swing with Bertie Higgins’s “Key Largo.” For those summer nights, “Reminiscing” by Little River Band does the trick. I only knew Stephen Bishop from the soundtrack of the truly essential “ Care Bears Movie II .” The Atlanta Rhythm Section hits off with mundane soft rock, but Gerry Rafferty brings it back powerfully with “Baker Street” with the best sax riff this side of “Careless Whisper.” 

Boz Scaggs keeps the party grooving with the truly wonderful “Lido Shuffle.” Jackson Browne, all though another borderline yacht rocker, plays true to the genre with “Somebody’s Baby.” The Grass Roots also straddle the line of yacht rock but let’s include them with “Sooner or Later.” We reprise Christopher Cross with “Arthur’s Theme.” “Peg” by Steely Dan is one of their truer yacht rock takes. 

For the final seven, we start out with “Summer Breeze” by Seals and Crofts. This song fits in somewhere between yacht rock, folk rock, and breezy light hits but would sound just fine by the sea. The only yacht rock instrumental is George Benson’s “Breezin.” Feel the breeze through your feathered hair and mustache as the yacht smoothly glides over the water. Even yacht-rockers celebrate the holidays! Ray Parker Jr’s “Christmas Time is Here” is pretty boring but definitely fits the theme. Daft Punk checks off the yacht rock boxes with “Fragments of Time” from their masterpiece Random Access Memories. Michael McDonald spreads holiday cheer with “Every Time Christmas Comes Around.” Luther Vandross steps out of the bedroom and onto the yacht with the upbeat “Never Too Much.” Michael (we’re on a first-name basis) then closes the show with his superb guest vocals on Christopher Cross’s “Ride Like the Wind.” 

These 37 yacht rock “classics” will make any outboard motor run. From the kayak to the cruise ship, crack open a canned cocktail, put on this playlist, and drift away on the open water. And after all was said and done, I keep coming back for more Yacht Rock as I am an official convert!

Backyard Road Trips’ Ultimate Yacht Rock Playlist

• Christopher Cross – Sailing
• Rupert Holmes – Escape (The Pina Colada Song) 
• Steely Dan – Deacon Blues
• Joey Scarbury – Theme from the “Greatest American Hero”
• Ace – How Long  
• America – Sister Golden Hair
• Captain and Tenille – Love Will Keep Us Together 
• Michael McDonald – I Keep Forgetting
• Exile – Kiss You All Over
• Starship – We Built This City
• Nitty Gritty Dirt Band –  American Dream
• Kenny Loggins with Stevie Nicks – Whenever I Call You “Friend”  
• Player – Baby Come Back
• Ambrosia – Biggest Part of Me
• England Dan and John Ford Coley – I’d Love to See You Tonight
• Robbie Dupree – Steal Away
• Toto – Rosanna
• The Doobie Brothers  – What a Fool Believes
• Hall & Oates – Kiss On My List
• Orleans – Still the One
• Bertie Higgins – Key Largo
• Little River Band – Reminiscing  
• Stephen Bishop – On and On
• Atlanta Rhythm Section – So Into You
• Gerry Rafferty – Baker Street
• Boz Scaggs – Lido Shuffle
• Jackson Browne – Somebody’s Baby
• The Grass Roots – Sooner or Later
• Christopher Cross – Arthur’s Theme
• Steely Dan – Peg
• Seals and Crofts – Summer Breeze
• George Benson – Breezin’
• Ray Parker Jr – Christmas Time is Here
• Daft Punk – Fragments of Time
• Michael McDonald – Every Time Christmas Comes Around
• Luther Vandross – Never Too Much
• Christopher Cross with Michael McDonald – Ride Like the Wind

For further reading, check out BYRT’s Ultimate Hip Hop Playlist !

2 thoughts on “BYRT’s Ultimate Yacht Rock Playlist”

Take that wretched “Escape” song off there, add some more Steely Dan and I’d listen to this playlist!

Ha! Yeah that’s pretty bad but is defining of the genre.

Comments are closed.

A newsletter for the industry pro (or aspiring pro).

A newsletter for the industry pro (or aspiring pro) looking for behind-the-scenes insights into bar and restaurant culture.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Jungle Bird Is the Word

April 01, 2022, story: punch staff, photo: lizzie munro, the bitter tiki classic has its own flock. here are six of our favorite riffs—clarified, smoky and spiked with cold brew..

A decade ago, the Jungle Bird was a rare sighting. Even as its tiki siblings rose to prominence, the ’70s-era combination of blackstrap rum, Campari , pineapple and lime juice remained a relative obscurity.

Today, the bitter-tropical mixture has not only returned from the brink of extinction—helped along by Campari’s rising star—its popularity supersedes that of many of its tiki brethren. In fact, it’s arguably the genre’s biggest crossover hit, as comfortable alongside Zombies and Pearl Divers as it is next to Negronis and Old-Fashioneds . Naturally, in the wake of the drink’s meteoric rise, a requisite flock of new riffs appeared.   

Among these are recipes that retain two of the drink’s central components— rum and Campari—with the addition of modifiers that take the bittersweet profile in unexpected directions. In New York City, Dante’s Jungle Bird , for example, adds a measure of rabarbaro amaro alongside the bar’s signature “fluffy” juice , for a version that rests firmly in aperitiki territory. Or consider Garret Richard ’s Yacht Rock , which swaps pineapple for orange juice and adds a hit of crème de cacao for a drink he describes as “a weird orange-chocolate thing.” It became a popular off-menu item at New York’s Slowly Shirley and The Happiest Hour.

Dante’s Jungle Bird

A mashup of Dante's beloved Garibaldi and the bitter tiki classic, the Jungle Bird.

Garret Richard's Jungle Bird riff is "bitter and a little bit light."

Kingston Soundsystem

Suze stands in for Campari in this Jungle Bird variation.

Other modified Jungle Birds ditch the Campari altogether. Shannon Mustipher’s Kingston Soundsystem opts for the gentian liqueur Suze , which ticks the bitter box while adding a vegetal, herbal boost to complement the duo of rums in her shaken cocktail. Meaghan Dorman’s Getaway Car , meanwhile, calls on Ancho Reyes chile liqueur to add a spicy kick to the straightforward build. 

The modern flock of Jungle Birds also includes drinks that, at first glance, bear little visual resemblance to the original. The Stirred Bird , for instance, is, as the name implies, stirred and served up in a coupe. But the ingredients are textbook Jungle Bird—rum, Campari, lime and pineapple juices—that have been given the clarified treatment for an entirely different experience of the classic. The Roman Holiday , meanwhile, omits rum altogether, calling instead on Amaro Meletti and cold-brew coffee as the base, complemented by the expected Campari and pineapple and lime juices. As the drink’s creator, Chicago’s Nandini Khaund, explains, “This riff on the Jungle Bird would ideally be drunk in the afternoon on the Italian Riviera, but looking out towards Chicago’s lakefront in the sun feels pretty good, too.”

Getaway Car

Smoky-spicy-sweet ancho chile liqueur adds an unexpected twist in this Jungle Bird riff.

Stirred Bird

A stirred spin on the Jungle Bird.

Roman Holiday

This Jungle Bird omits rum altogether, focusing on amari and cold-brew coffee instead.

Drink with us.

Get our freshest features and recipes weekly.

Related Articles

In Search of the Ultimate Jungle Bird

It’s Not Tiki. It’s Not Aperitivo. It’s Aperitiki.

More stories you may like.

• The Jungle Bird Question
• Amaro's Tiki Moment
• Now Entering the Virtual Tiki Bar
• The Problem With Tiki

Tagged: cocktail package

9 Yachting Cocktails to Sail Away With!

Sailing on a yacht is an experience unlike any other. The wind in your hair, the sun on your skin, and the gentle sway of the boat all come together to create a sense of peace and tranquility.

But what better way to enhance this already magical experience than with a perfectly crafted cocktail?

As a bartender, I've had the privilege of experiencing some of the best yachting cocktails out there. From the classic to the unique, there is a cocktail to suit every taste and mood. But what makes a cocktail perfect for yachting?

For starters, it should be light and refreshing, with a flavor that complements the sea air. It should also be easy to make, so you can spend less time mixing and more time enjoying the view.

Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a first-time yachter, there is no denying the power of a well-made cocktail. So, without further ado, let's dive into the world of yachting cocktails and discover some of the best recipes out there.

From classics like the Margarita and the Mojito to lesser-known gems like the Dark 'N' Stormy and the Painkiller, there is something for everyone. So, grab your shaker and your favorite ingredients, and let's raise a glass to the open sea.

1. Vanilla Sky Vodka Cocktail

The Vanilla Sky Vodka Cocktail is a tropical drink that is perfect for yachting. This smooth and refreshing cocktail is made with vanilla flavored vodka, orange curacao, almond syrup, lemon juice, and pineapple juice. The dueling flavors of vanilla and pineapple create a perfect balance of sweet and tangy.

The cocktail is garnished with a pineapple wedge and fresh mint, making it a beautiful drink to look at and enjoy. Whether you are cruising the Caribbean or lounging on a yacht, the Vanilla Sky Vodka Cocktail is the perfect drink to sip on while enjoying the sun and sea.

2. Dark and Stormy Cocktail

The Dark and Stormy Cocktail is a classic cocktail from Bermuda made with ginger beer, dark rum, and lime juice. The perfect balance between the sweetness of the ginger beer, the richness of the dark rum, and the tartness of the lime juice makes it a refreshing and easy-to-make cocktail.

Powell & Mahoney Ginger Beer cocktail mixer is an excellent choice for this cocktail, crafted using natural ingredients and a slight kick from the ginger. It's a must-try for anyone who loves a refreshing cocktail for yachting.

3. Long Island Iced Tea

The Long Island Iced Tea is a classic cocktail that is perfect for any yachting adventure. This cocktail combines a variety of alcohols, making it a little dangerous, but also deliciously refreshing. It's the perfect drink to enjoy while lounging on the deck and taking in the beautiful scenery.

While there are many variations of this cocktail, the classic recipe is always a hit. If you're looking for a drink that will transport you back to your college days, the Long Island Iced Tea is a must-try. It's a crowd-pleaser that is sure to impress your guests. So, grab your liquor cabinet and get ready to mix up a batch of this classic cocktail.

4. Vodka Mojito

The Vodka Mojito is a refreshing twist on the classic mojito cocktail. Made with fresh mint, lime, simple syrup, soda water and vodka, this cocktail is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day while lounging on a yacht. The neutral flavor of vodka adds a unique touch to the sweet mint and lime flavors, making it a great alternative for those who find rum too sweet.

This cocktail is quick and easy to make with just a few fresh ingredients and any type of vodka can be used, making it a versatile drink. If you're looking for a refreshing and easy-to-make cocktail to enjoy while sailing the seas, the Vodka Mojito is definitely worth trying.

5. Rum Swizzle Cocktail

The Rum Swizzle Cocktail is a refreshing and fruity blend of dark and white rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, grenadine, and bitters. Originating from Bermuda, this cocktail is the national drink of the island nation and is sure to transport you to a tropical paradise with just one sip.

The cocktail has a flavor similar to that of a Mai Tai, making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy fruity and rummy cocktails. The swizzle stick used to stir the drink was originally made from a small branch of a swizzle tree, hence the name. This cocktail is a must-try for anyone looking to add a touch of the Caribbean to their yachting experience.

6. Greyhound Cocktail

The Greyhound Cocktail is a classic and simple cocktail made with only two ingredients: vodka and grapefruit juice. It's refreshing and invigorating, with a thirst-quenching tartness that's perfect for any occasion.

Originally made with gin, this cocktail has been around since the 1930s and has since become a popular vodka-based cocktail. It's typically served in a tumbler or tall glass with a large ice cube, making it the perfect drink to enjoy while lounging on the deck of a yacht.

7. Classic Mojitos

The Classic Mojito is a refreshing and tangy cocktail that is perfect for summer days spent on a yacht. Made with fresh mint leaves, lime wedges, Bacardi and soda water, this cocktail is a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The addition of simple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness to the drink.

The Classic Mojito is a crowd-pleaser and is perfect for serving in a pitcher. Whether you are on your honeymoon or just enjoying a day out on the water, the Classic Mojito is a must-try cocktail that will leave you feeling refreshed and relaxed.

8. The Hummer Cocktail

The Hummer Cocktail is a classic ice cream cocktail that originated in Detroit in the 1960s. It's a perfect summer drink that's sweet and creamy, making it perfect for sipping on a yacht while enjoying the sunset.

It's been making a comeback in recent years and is definitely worth a try if you're looking for a unique and delicious cocktail.

9. Peach Sangria

Looking for a refreshing and fruity drink to enjoy while yachting? Look no further than the Peach Sangria. This white wine-based cocktail is infused with the flavors of fresh peaches and mint, making it the perfect summer drink. The addition of a mint simple syrup adds a touch of sweetness without being overpowering.

This cocktail is perfect for making in a large batch to share with friends or to enjoy solo while taking in the beautiful scenery of the open water. Don't forget to garnish with some edible flowers for a touch of elegance. If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cocktail to enjoy while yachting, give the Peach Sangria a try.

Related Posts

7 Lucky Charms Cocktails to Bring You Good Fortune!

13 Prohibition Cocktails You Can Sip Like a Bootlegger

16 Apple Halloween Cocktails to Keep the Spirits High!

About the author.

Barry Lee is an expert on all things boozy. He worked as a bartender instructor for many years, teaching people how to make cocktails like a pro. These days, he's busy teaching people how to make cocktails at home. Barry loves experimenting with flavors, and he's always coming up with innovative cocktail recipes.

13 Cantaloupe Cocktails to Sip All Summer Long

13 Strawberry Liqueur Cocktails That Will Shake Your Senses!

26 Fig Cocktails To Sip and Savor All Year Round

18 Mexican Beer Cocktails To Spice Up Your Fiesta!

26 Dessert Cocktails That Will Sweeten Up Your Night!

8 Crazy Cocktails That Will Spice Up Your Nightlife!

WEEKLY EMAIL DEALS

Yacht Rock Pairs Perfectly With Cocktails

The Fresh Toast

Read More  

Nothing sets the mood better than music – and Yacht Rock is still a star   The anthem is Come Sail Away by Styx is the perfect anthem for a dark, cold winter night.  Dreams of a beach, a boat, and escaping helps some survive the winter.  Well, Yacht Rock pairs perfect with cocktails in […]

The post Yacht Rock Pairs Perfectly With Cocktails appeared first on The Fresh Toast .

Are you 21 years of age or older or 18+ with a valid medical ID?

• Search Experiences
• Manage Booking
• Phone # SMS #
• My Offers 5

Rock the Yacht Cocktail Cruise in Sacramento | City Cruises™

Be the first to get offers and news, shopping cart, find your experience.

9 Best Drinks On A Boat – Tropical Inspired Cocktails!

Fresh catch on the grill, the sun getting ready to go down and it’s time for a drink, but what do you have? A cold beer, a glass of wine or perhaps it is the hour for a tropical-inspired cocktail! On yachts, space for a large cocktail cabinet may be more limited so getting creative with a limited range of spirits as bases for some fabulous tasting drinks may well be the way forward. Gin & Tonic is a popular mix with a wide variety of gins to select from as a base. Rum is ever popular as a base for many cocktails especially in the sailing grounds of the tropics.

Let’s have a look at the 9 best drinks on a boat using rum and gin as the basis, including readily available mixers to keep you cocktail shaking long after the sun has set!

Rum inspired! – Painkiller – Caribbean Storm – Mai Tai – Pina Colada – Mojito

Gin Inspired! – Gin &Tonic – Pink Gin – Martini – French 75

Table of Contents

Invented in the 70’s in the British Virgin Islands on the island of Jost Van Dyke the painkiller is a favorite amongst sailors.

The base is an original British navy rum, Pusser’s which is then blended with pineapple and orange juices.

The blend is shaken in a cocktail shaker with coconut cream and topped with a sprinkling of freshly grated nutmeg. Pour over ice, do not mix with ice in a shaker!

Pour over ice, do not mix with ice in a shaker!

Ingredients 2 oz (60ml) Pusser’s Rum 4 oz (120ml) pineapple juice 1 oz 30ml) orange juice 1 oz (30ml) cream of coconut Fresh grated nutmeg

Caribbean Storm

Not the simplest of rum drinks but certainly one of the most colorful! You need to mix the pink layer first and pour into a large glass full of ice.

Those rum flavors will combine for a real fruit kick. The blue layer will not completely combine with the pink layer for a great layered effect.

Float strawberries, raspberries and orange slices in this amazing concoction for an authentic tropical flavor.

Ingredients:

Pink Layer: 1/2 oz. (15ml) Pineapple Rum 1/2 oz. (15ml) Mango Rum 1/2 oz. (15ml) Banana Rum 2 oz. (60ml) Calypso Triple Melon Lemonade

Blue Layer: 1 oz. (30ml) Blue Curacao 1/2 oz. (15ml) Everclear 2 oz. (60ml) Lemon Lime Soda (e.g. Sprite)

A sweet, tropical rum drink with citrus and almond flavors combined with a triple sec or orange curacao such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau (orange liqueur) and of course rum.

The Orgeat syrup is a sweet syrup made from almonds, sugar, and rose water or orange flower water. To make up all the ingredients except the dark rum are shaken together in a mixer with ice.

The drink needs to be strained into a glass and the dark rum allowed to float on the top. Traditionally garnished with a sliced lime and cocktail cherry.

Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz (45ml) White Rum 1/2 oz (15ml) Fresh lime juice 1/2 oz (15ml) Orange curaçao 1/2 oz (15ml)Orgeat syrup 3/4 oz (22.5ml) Dark rum

Pina Colada

About as tropical as you can get with a delightful blend of coconut cream, pineapple juice, and rum.

The ice can be mixed with the ingredients, smoothie style or the blend can be shaken with ice.

Don’t miss to garnish with a wedge of pineapple.

Ingredients: 3 oz (90ml) Pineapple juice, 1 oz (30 ml) White Rum 1 oz (30ml) Coconut cream or milk

Traditionally from Cuba, a mojito is a cocktail that consists of five ingredients: white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water, and mint and is very refreshing.

Firstly the mint sprigs are gently crushed to release the mint flavor and scent. The sugar and lime juice are added to the glass and mixed before adding the rum and finally topping with the soda water.

Don’t forget to garnish with more mint leaves.

Ingredients: Six leaves of mint 1 oz (30ml) fresh lime juice Two teaspoons Sugar 1 1/2 oz (45ml) white rum soda water to taste

Gin and Tonic (G&T)

A classic drink for boaties around the world. Choose a local gin or a classic such as Tanqueray or London Gin.

If you can get it, Plymouth Gin has an amazing taste and is favored amongst gin fans. However, Bombay Sapphire also has its firm followers.

Tonic water gets its distinctive flavor from the quinine and is combined with gin in a 1:1, 1:2 or 1:3 ratio depending on taste preference. Serve with ice and a slice or wedge of lemon or lime.

Ingredients: 1 part gin 1 to 3 parts tonic water according to taste

A true Royal Navy classic traditionally made with Plymouth Gin (a sweet gin) and Angostura bitters. Angostura bitters are a secret blend of 5 herbs and spices infused ethanol originally crafted as a tonic for upset stomachs and seasickness.

The bitters have a distinctive dark red color thus giving the pink gin effect when combined.

Served straight, no ice with a garnish of shaved lemon rind.

Ingredients: One part Plymouth gin Dash of Angostura Bitters

Bond style of shaken rather than stirred is not actually recommended as shaking causes the blend to cloud!

A martini is a combination of vermouth and gin, gently stirred with ice and garnished with an olive or a zest of lemon.

Ingredients: 3 oz (90ml) Gin oz (15ml) dry Vermouth

A wonderfully refreshing blend of gin and champagne makes up a French 75. To make up a French 75 first, fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

Combine the gin, lemon juice, and sugar into the cocktail shaker and shake until well chilled (approximately 15 seconds).

You can then strain into a champagne flute and top the flute up with champagne leaving room for the garnish of a thin lemon spiral and a cocktail cherry.

This cocktail is very refreshing with the bubbles for a perfect vacation drink.

Ingredients: 2 oz gin 1 oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed) Two tsp sugar champagne to taste

There are many more boat drink recipes to discover and experiment with, but these nine should get you started. Try with what you have in your craft liquor cabinet and see what concoctions you can create.

Gin and rum are boat drink cabinet staples. If you are in the tropics, make sure you have a good supply of pineapple juice and coconut cream for many of the refreshing and tropical inspired cocktails described above.

If you are not a big fan of gin or rum, then there are many other spirits to test with. Fruit juices and flavored liquors are great to blend with many spirits. Oh and ice, you will need lots of ice for most of these cocktail recipes!

Want more recipes?

Subscribe to Cruising Sea newsletter to receive every two-week the latest post straight to your inbox!

What about you, do you know some other tasty drinks? If so, feel free to share them in the comment just below:)  

Daniella has been passionate about travel, the sea, and nature for many years. As a child, she frequently traveled throughout the Mediterranean and continued with her journeys throughout her adult life.

Her experiences have created the desire within her to share her love for traveling with other passionate and adventurers who want to discover beautiful horizons and new cultures.

4 thoughts on “9 Best Drinks On A Boat – Tropical Inspired Cocktails!”

wonderfully inspirational. Cocktails always glamor up any trip. My favorite drink on your list is the Gin & Tonic. Can’t go wrong with that. The drink I’ve never heard of and definitely going to try is the French 75. Who would have thought you can mix anything with champagne? I love your site. I love travel and your site has brought a whole new travel aspect to me. Thanks

Hi Celeste,

Thank you for the nice comment, I really appreciate!

Yes, you’re right, I totally agree with you, it is fantastic to have a refreshing cocktail whilst sailing, especially in a tropical destination, like the Caribbean!

I am glad you like the article, if you are a travel lover, you’ll find many useful tips on my website.

It is always great to share unforgettable moments with like-minded people:)

Thank you for the comment and wish you a great day!

I do like all the ideas and how to make them but I really wanted to ask why you choose only these drinks for the tropical and how you chose them? I really don’t know much about drinks though came across your post and found it interesting! I hope you do not mind me asking this silly question.

You can ask any question you wish; it will always be a pleasure for me to answer:)

To respond your question, I’ve chosen these drinks for few reasons. Firstly, because they are very easy to make, secondly, Rum is extremely utilized on boats as a base for many cocktails and thirdly, these drinks are delicious!

Where I’ve chosen them?

Well, I’ve been chartering a lot and luckily I’ve accumulated some skills, besides this, many of my readers share their experiences with me on the website:)

If you decide to try one of these drinks, feel free to share it in the comment, it would be great!

I hope it helped and don’t hesitate to contact me at any time, I am always happy to help!

Thank you for the comment and wish you a wonderful day!

Leave a Comment Cancel reply

By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. *

• What's New?
• Mark Forums Read
• View Site Leaders
• Main Website
• Advertising

• Coupons, Hot Deals, Freebies
• Contests & Sweepstakes
• Daily Entry Sweepstakes

Yacht Rock / Bartesian Cocktail Maker Sweepstakes - End Date: July 14, 2024

Welcome to the Absolute Shopping forums! If you alredy have an account, you can use login panel located above. Why login or register ? This annoying message and ads will go away! It's absolutely free to join and start posting.

Thread: Yacht Rock / Bartesian Cocktail Maker Sweepstakes - End Date: July 14, 2024

Thread tools.

• Show Printable Version
• Email this Page…
• View Profile
• View Forum Posts
• Private Message
• Visit Homepage

Prize(5) Each prize winner will receive a Bartesian Cocktail Maker. Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery of prize. Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”): $364.98 CLICK HERE TO ENTER : https://news.iheart.com/promotions/w...radio-1669658/

Similar Threads

Dramamine drama free yacht giveaway - end date: september 2, 2024, tropicana mimosa maker cocktail kit giveaway - end date: november 10, 2022, jason aldean rock n' roll cowboy tour sweepstakes - end date: july 18, 2022, rock the bells festival ticket sweepstakes - end date: july 7, 2022, circle k rock paper prizes sweepstakes - end date: july 1, 2022, posting permissions.

• You may not post new threads
• You may not post replies
• You may not post attachments
• You may not edit your posts
• BB code is On
• Smilies are On
• [IMG] code is On
• [VIDEO] code is On
• HTML code is Off

Forum Rules

You can always find

• Free Samples
• New Freebies
• Free CD, DVD, Books
• Daily Sweepstakes
• Instant Win Games
• Food Samples, Baby Freebies

JOIN US AND YOU CAN

• It's free to join.
• Post comments, questions, and share deals.
• Get access to members only contests and events.
• Send private messages to other forum members.

Connect With Us

• Absolute Forum
• Privacy Statement

• Share full article

Advertisement

Supported by

Frugal Traveler

Affordable Island-Hopping in Croatia? What Could Go Wrong?

A 30-percent-off Black Friday sale on a cruise aboard a yacht meant off-season sailing and being prepared for the unexpected.

By Elaine Glusac

Elaine Glusac is the Frugal Traveler columnist, focusing on budget-friendly tips and journeys.

As Croatians tell the story , the Greek hero Odysseus was shipwrecked and held captive on the Croatian island of Mljet. Visiting in May, I and six other sailors embraced the myth when the motor on our 54-foot yacht failed.

“Remember, Odysseus spent seven years on Mljet,” said Ivan Ljubovic, our captain. “We can do two nights.”

In the scheme of things, the clogged fuel filter that impeded our progress on a seven-night, island-hopping cruise from Split to Dubrovnik on a yacht — which the passengers helped sail — was minor. Though an engine, even on a sailboat, is vital for docking and sticking to schedules on becalmed days, most of my shipmates agreed that getting waylaid in a village with Roman ruins on a turquoise bay was an acceptable fate.

I had been resigned to what were, in my mind, worse inconveniences when I had signed up for the trip last November. Then, the tour operator G Adventures had put several trips on sale over the Black Friday weekend. Its best deals were in the off-season, which meant potentially chilly weather and closed restaurants and attractions. But leaving in late April for seven nights of island hopping at roughly $1,300 — after a 30 percent discount — was too tempting to pass up.

My cousin Kim agreed and we made plans to pack rain gear and meet in Split to test the budget waters.

‘Everything between is an adventure’

Little about the itinerary was published pre-departure and none of it was firm.

“Split and Dubrovnik are fixed,” said the captain, who would pilot the ship solo and double as our guide, on our first day. “Everything between is an adventure.”

It started with the Sauturnes, a handsome Kufner yacht with four snug guest cabins, four economical bathrooms where the retractable faucet doubled as a shower spigot, and a spacious galley. Our “crew,” a mix of Australians and Americans ranging from 18 to 75 — all of whom had also jumped on the promotional pricing — spent most of the time atop the boat, where foam mattresses invited sunbathing and a cockpit awning provided shade.

The weather, which turned out to be sunny and comfortably cool, was not our greatest concern. The G Adventures website had mentioned well-known islands, including beachy Brac and Vis , which played a convincing Greek idyll in the movie “Mamma Mia 2.” But since many places would be closed in the shoulder season, we would proceed, according to the captain, based on the dictates of the weather and conditions on shore.

Meals were not included, which meant finding open restaurants was critical. For shipboard breakfasts and lunches, we each chipped in 50 euros (about $54) for communal groceries, which we shopped for at local markets. At night, we would dine at restaurants; G Adventures advised budgeting $250 to $325 for the week, which was accurate, though we often splurged on Croatian wine (a carafe of house red averaged $15).

Small ports

After the frenzy of grocery shopping and moving into the bunk-bedded cabin Kim and I shared, we experienced the Zen of sailing as the ship set off on a sunny morning for 43-mile-long Hvar , the longest and purportedly sunniest island in Croatia.

Neighboring islands drifted past as the wind patterned the sea in shifting ripples and ruffles. A flock of shearwaters soared by at eye level.

Within a few hours, the ridgelines of steep Hvar appeared, revealing terraced lavender fields and olive orchards. Motoring down a long, narrow inlet, we arrived in Stari Grad , a village of stone homes with terra cotta roof tiles, as travelers had since 384 B.C., when Greek sailors from the island of Paros settled here.

Our mooring provided a front-row view of fishing boats and cafes animating the waterfront. Stari Grad’s attractions, including the Greek ruins of Faros and a 17th-century Venetian cathedral, had yet to open for the season, but we relished exploring the old quarter’s narrow lanes and deserted plazas.

From the waterfront, an aerobic 20-minute hike up a steep hill crowned by a giant white cross offered views over Stari Grad and the plains beyond, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of fourth-century agricultural fields, with stone walls circumscribing grapevines and olive orchards.

That evening, we visited them to reach Konoba Kokot , a farm restaurant that specializes in “peka,” a kind of barbecue in which meat cooks under an iron lid piled with hot coals. The family that runs it opened in the preseason, welcoming us with bracing shots of rakija, a local herbal liquor. At a long table under an arbor, we gorged on homemade goat cheese, wild boar pate and, from the hearth, roast lamb, veal and octopus with limitless jugs of red and white wine for 35 euros a person.

Starry nights

Small ships are unmatched at getting into small ports, but a yacht trip is also a little like camping, starting most mornings with D.I.Y. instant coffee. Marinas offered free bathhouses with showers.

Cool temperatures apparently deterred the celebrity-filled mega yachts, which are known to anchor in the town of Hvar on the south shore of Hvar island. Our captain declared it the “Mykonos of Croatia” as we motored by the port bustling with visitors carrying shopping bags and cones of gelato.

With clear weather in the forecast, we moored in an undeveloped cove east of town. The mooring belonged to the owners of Moli Onte restaurant, who ferried us to land on a motorized dingy, allowing us enough time before dinner to visit the fortress above Hvar and have an Ozujsko beer on St. Stephens Square, the largest in the region of Dalmatia.

Back on board, with no artificial light to wash out the night sky, we hit the upper deck for stargazing. As my shipmates peeled off to bed, I grabbed a blanket and beanie and bedded down under the stars for the evolving show, periodically waking to catch the drama of the moon rising, reflected in the still water.

Little Dubrovnik

Fingers of gray rock reached down to meet sloping vineyards along Hvar’s south coast as we departed for its neighbor, Korcula. On our longest day of sailing, five hours, I welcomed the chance to play first mate, manning the lines on the jib sail.

To break up the trip, Captain Ljubovic navigated to a quiet cove off the Peljesac Peninsula where the Caribbean-blue waters, cloudless sky and sandy bottom convinced us to jump in despite numbing sea temperatures.

Fifteenth-century walls ring the historic center of Korcula, earning it the nickname “Little Dubrovnik.” Past the stone gates carved with a winged lion representing the empire of Venice, which controlled much of the Adriatic after the 13th century, narrow alleys led to ornate churches and mansions. There was no better history trip than getting lost in the web of pedestrian lanes. Or so we told ourselves as we passed the purported home of Marco Polo, still closed preseason.

Along the seafront walls, restaurants served pizza and seafood under lights strung in the pines and we caught sunset from a former turret, now converted into Massimo Cocktail Bar , which requires patrons to climb a ladder to the rooftop, a caution against second rounds.

The most romantic port of the trip was also the rowdiest, at least in the marina, which was hosting a Polish sailing regatta. When I headed for the showers at 6 a.m. the next morning, I found a group still cheerfully dancing atop a yacht littered in empty booze bottles and crushed potato chips.

Marooned on Mljet

We left Korcula on strong 20-knot “jugo” or south winds and Captain Ljubovic unleashed the sails, saying “You paid for a sailing vacation, not a motorboat.”

As we tacked back and forth toward Mljet , the boat heeled at a queasy angle and we took face shots of ocean spray.

On Mljet, where the western end of the island is home to Mljet National Park , we rented bikes (10 euros) to ride a lung-busting route over the park’s mountain spine. On the other side, we cycled around a pair of inland lakes and took a boat trip to a 12th-century monastery built on an island in one of them (park admission, 15 euros).

Docked in the still sleepy town of Polace, we heard tales of high season, when up to 100 yachts anchor in the bay and members of the band U2 were once seen biking in the park. After a brief shower, the town glimmered at sunset and the restaurant Stella Maris welcomed us with grilled sea bass (25 euros) and prawns (20 euros).

“I’m so glad I chose this time, because I don’t do crowds,” said my shipmate Nova Hey, 46, of Sydney, who was traveling with her 18-year-old daughter.

In the morning, I had the trail to the peak of Montokuc to myself. The roughly three-mile round-trip hike reached one of the highest points on the island, a rocky knob with stunning panoramas shared by a family of feral goats.

Not long thereafter, the Sauternes’ engine refused to turn over, stranding us in a national park on a remote island with no mechanics.

Teeming Dubrovnik

The next morning, Captain Ljubovic jimmied a fix but it didn’t last long and the engine died again, this time just opposite a cave on Mljet that we joked had to be the refuge of Odysseus.

After a morning of light sailing, a mechanic from the mainland arrived by speedboat and within an hour we were motoring toward the Franjo Tudman Bridge that spans the inlet to the Dubrovnik marina where hot showers awaited.

“Dubrovnik is the most expensive city in Croatia,” said Captain Ljubovic as we spent the last of our pooled money, 70 euros, hiring a taxi van to get us to and from the walled heart of the ancient city about 15 minutes away.

With two large cruise ships in port, Dubrovnik was teeming with visitors and the price to climb the stone walls that encircle the city was a sticker-shocking 35 euros. (In the ensuing two days Kim and I would spend post-cruise in the city, we bought the more comprehensive Dubrovnik Pass for 35 euros that included admission to the walls as well as several museums and public bus transportation.)

On our final evening, we measured the lack of crowds versus closed museums; perfect hiking weather versus swim-inviting water; ample dock space versus more restaurant choices — and felt we’d come out ahead sailing in the bargain season.

Follow New York Times Travel on Instagram and sign up for our weekly Travel Dispatch newsletter to get expert tips on traveling smarter and inspiration for your next vacation. Dreaming up a future getaway or just armchair traveling? Check out our 52 Places to Go in 2024 .

Open Up Your World

Considering a trip, or just some armchair traveling here are some ideas..

52 Places:  Why do we travel? For food, culture, adventure, natural beauty? Our 2024 list has all those elements, and more .

Ljubljana, Slovenia:  Stroll along the river, explore a contemporary art scene and admire panoramic views in this scenic Central European capital .

Cities With Great Beaches:  Already been to Miami, Honolulu and Sydney? These five other coastal destinations  are vibrant on land and on the water.

Southern France:  The Canal du Midi traverses the Occitanie region and gives cyclists of all skill levels  access to parts of France that are rich in lore .

Port Antonio, Jamaica:  The D.J. and music producer Diplo recommends spots in a city he loves  on Jamaica’s northeast coast. A dance party makes the cut.

New Mexico:  Visiting the vast and remote Gila Wilderness, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary, is both inspiring and demanding .