If your idea of a perfect vacation includes both exploring new destinations and savoring international brews, Costa Cruises has just unveiled an experience that will make your taste buds rejoice. The Italian cruise line is elevating its onboard offerings by celebrating beers from around the world, providing guests with unique and delightful ways to enjoy their favorite ales and lagers while sailing the high seas.
A World-First: The Heineken Star Club & Bistro
Aboard the Costa Toscana, the fleet’s crown jewel, guests can now immerse themselves in the world’s first floating Heineken® Star Club & Bistro. This contemporary venue seamlessly blends gastronomy with Heineken’s renowned taste, creating an atmosphere that’s both chic and inviting.
But the offerings don’t stop at a classic pint of Heineken. The bistro’s extensive menu features an array of international beers, including the UK’s Newcastle, Belgium’s Affligem, California’s Lagunitas IPA, and Germany’s Paulaner Weissbier. It’s a curated selection that promises to take your palate on a global journey without ever leaving the ship.
Innovative Beer Cocktails to Delight the Senses
For those eager to venture beyond traditional brews, the Heineken Star Club & Bistro presents a creative lineup of beer cocktails. Imagine sipping on an Ale Sangria, where lager meets vodka, ginger syrup, and a hint of nutmeg, or perhaps the refreshing Frittz, a blend of lager, Cointreau, sparkling wine, and lemon.
Feeling adventurous? The Sbritz® cocktail menu offers inventive concoctions like the Tropical Sbritz, combining lager with passion fruit syrup, Aperol, and soda, or the vibrant Ocean Blue Sbritz, a mix of lager, Falernum, tropical blue syrup, and soda. Each cocktail is a testament to the mixologists’ craft, transforming familiar flavors into something delightfully unexpected.
Global Brews Across the Fleet
The celebration of beer isn’t limited to the Costa Toscana. Across the entire fleet, Costa Cruises ensures that guests have access to a diverse selection of draught and bottled beers from around the globe, including non-alcoholic options. Whether you’re a fan of Corona, Beck’s, Nastro Azzurro, or Estrella Damm, you’ll find your preferred brew in one of the ship’s many bars and lounges.
Distinctive Venues for Every Occasion
Each ship boasts unique venues perfect for enjoying a cold one at any time of day. Relax in the elegant ambiance of the Ferrari Spazio Bollicine, enjoy a sunset toast at the Aperol Spritz bar, or indulge in a sophisticated evening at the Campari lounge. Other notable spots include the Frescobaldi Wine Experience, Blue Velvet, and Sunset bars, each offering a distinct atmosphere and a selection of beverages to match.
Costa Cruises is redefining the onboard experience by intertwining the joy of travel with the pleasure of savoring global beer selections. It’s not just about the destinations—it’s about the journey and the delightful moments in between. Cheers, cruisers!
