How to Save Money on Alcohol on A Disney Cruise Line

  • Alcohol on the DCL can be expensive based on the kind of drink but getting a drink on a cruise is one of the non-negotiable things for many adult cruisers.

  • Buy a double

    • If your drink of choice is liquor or a mixed drink, ask for a double which will save you about $5 compared to buying two drinks

  • Pack Your Own Alcohol

    • Each guest over the age of 21 can bring two 750 ml bottles of wine or champagne, or they can bring a 6-pack of beer

    • You must carry it on the ship, do not pack it in your luggage 

    • You can also do this at every port you stop at

    • If you bring bottles of wine, try to bring screw tops or a bottle opener.

    • If you want to use your wine at dinner, they charge you a corking fee if you bring the bottle

    • Therefore, if you bring it in a glass, they’ll let you have it at the table for free

  • Wine Packages During Sailing

    • 25% savings over ordering individual bottles during sailing

    • Cost a lot up front but you save money as you sail

    • They will be waiting for you each time you dine

    • If the sailing is 3, 4, 5, 7, or more nights the price will range from

      • $105 to $220 for classic list of white, red, or sparkling wines

      • $155 to $330 for premium wines

      • See each sailing for more information on the first night

    • Can select different vintages of the same for each night of the sailing

    • If you end up dining at one of the fine dining restaurants like Palo, Remy or Enchante, they’ll substitute your wine package options for one of their finer options at no additional cost

    • Benefits:

      • Do not have to order the number of bottles corresponding to your sailing length

      • You can order more than 1 bottle each or any night

      • Any unfinished bottles can be taken back to stateroom to enjoy

  • Disney Cruise Line Beer Mug Savings Package

    • Easily one of the best deals if you drink a lot of beer

    • Cost $15.25

    • You get 21-ounce pours for the cost of 16-ounce pours

    • You can get your money’s worth after three beers and beyond that, you’re saving a bunch of money for each beer you purchase

    • If you don’t feel like carrying the mug around, you can trade it in any bar for a token

    • Then you can use the token for a bigger pour when you are ready to use it

    • They’ll also exchange your glass mug for a plastic one when you are on the pool deck

    • You get to bring the mug home with you

  • Happy Hour on Disney Cruise

    • Typically, around 30% off drinks at certain bars during the happy hour

    • Check the DCL Navigator App to figure out when certain bars are offering it or ask your favorite bartender

    • You can use the refillable beer mug to get 30% and save even more 

  • Drink of the Day

    • Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic offerings

    • Drink changes each day

    • Look in the DCL Navigator App to see today’s offerings

    • Typically $5 or $5.25 each

    • Usually a fruity cocktail

    • Can purchase at most bars and evening restaurants

  • Disney Cruise Line offers free soda on the pool deck or buffet areas