Inside Look: “Seven Seas Sippers” Bar Crawl
An elevated bar crawl disguised as a cocktail treasure hunt. This special event offers sailors a chance to navigate the ship's popular bars.
Embark on a unique maritime adventure with Seven Seas Sippers, an elevated bar crawl cleverly disguised as a cocktail treasure hunt. This special event, first introduced at the Eat & Drink Festival, offers sailors a chance to navigate the ship’s popular bars while enjoying seven distinct cocktails or mock-tails. The current version of this event has elapsed but will likely be extended further in the future and for later this year.
The Map-Led Expedition
Sailors follow a map to explore the ship, discovering hidden gems at each watering hole. Maps for the event are conveniently delivered to staterooms, or sailors can request a copy from Sailor Services.
Stamp Collection
For $9 to $15 per drink, sailors collect stamps along their route, earning a shot at claiming a secret treasure. The objective is simple: visit all seven bars, order the special cocktail, and get a stamp. Complete the map, take it to Sailor Services, and enter a raffle for a chance to win a free voyage. Non-alcoholic options are available for each drink, catering to all preferences.
Drinks & Costs
The seven unique drinks, each with its distinct flavor profile, are a focal point of the journey:
- Gym & Tonic – Sailor Blues ($11) – Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, blue curacao, pineapple, coconut, lemon
- Casino Bar – Smoke Signals ($11) – Johnnie Walker Double Black Label Scotch, lime, ginger beer, sparkling water
- Loose Cannon – Pirate’s Booty Shot ($15) – Johnnie Walker Black Label Seotch, bitters, hazelnut, black sugar rim
- Draught Haus – Thar She Blows ($9) – Bailey’s Irish Cream, coffee liqueur. amaretto whipped cream
- The Dock House – Officer’s Choice ($11) – Tanqueray Ten Gin, elderflower, orange bitters, grapefruit essence
- Sip Lounge – Captain Richards PSL (Pumpkin Spiced Latte) ($13) – Ketel One Vodka, orange vanilla liqueur, pumpkin, cold brew coffee, cream
- Athletic Club Bar – From Below ($11) – Don Julio Blanco Tequila, Blueberry, Lime, Lavender
As of December 2023, the total cost to complete the adventure and try all seven drinks would be $81. While this might be a slight drawback, especially for those without Bar Tabs, it’s a unique opportunity to explore different bars on the ship and with the chance to win a free voyage, available until January 31, 2024, adds an extra layer of excitement.
In Conclusion
In essence, Seven Seas Sippers provides a relaxed way to tour the ship’s bars, offering a variety of drinks and a chance to win a free voyage. If you’re open to trying new things and don’t mind the fixed cost, it’s a great way to experience the ship’s offerings while enjoying some unique concoctions. So, if you’re onboard and looking for a laid-back adventure, give Seven Seas Sippers a try next time it is available, hopefully Virgin Voyages extends this offering in the future as well.
Video
Big thanks to The Doddolds for sharing a video that breaks down the entire process, detailing the taste of each drink and explaining how the map functions. Be sure to watch their video below: