Conquering the World, One Drink at a Time Ever since I first heard about Drinking Around the World at Epcot, it’s been at the top of my Disney bucket list. The idea of sipping my way through 11 countries, experiencing different flavors and cultures, sounded like the ultimate challenge. So, I rallied my best drinking buddies, and set off on an adventure I wouldn’t soon forget.  Stop #1: Mexico 🇲🇽 - We got off to a fiery start in Mexico! I don't drink and tell so I wont mention which one of my friends added a floater to her drink at stop 1! La Cava del Tequila is a dimly lit and feels like a hidden treasure when you step inside. I kicked off my Drinking Around the World (DATW) with a classic Avocado Margarita ($19.50), it was creamy, refreshing a dangerously smooth. The girls had a Wild One ($18.00) and The Cucumber ($17.00).  Stop #2: Norway 🇳🇴 - We had the famous frozen Viking Coffee, a cocktail made with Bailey's Irish Cream, Kamora Coffee Liqueur, coffee, coffee-chocolate sauce, and garnished with a coffee-chocolate crunch. This cocktail was the drink gave me the energy boost I knew that I would to get through all 11 drinks on our DATW day.  Stop #3: China 🇨🇳 - Esthetically this is in my top 3 pavillions at EPCOT. I added Boba ($1.50) to my Kung Fu Punch ($13.95). I was tempted to try the Dragon Blossum Draft beer but I'm a sucker for boba. Stop #4: Germany 🇩🇪 -By the time we made it to Germany, the vibe had shifted and I was starting to feel the drinks of the morning. I had the classic Schöfferhofer Pink Grapefruit Hefeweizen ($19.75). It was light and refreshing with light notes of citrus and spice with low bitterness. If you are not a big fan of beer I think you will still be able to enjoy this drink as it resembles a hard cider in my opinion. Des is pictured with a stout beer.  Stop #5: Italy 🇮🇹 - The Limoncello Mule ($19) served at the Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria is a refreshing cocktail that combines Italian flavors with a classic mule twist. This beverage features a blend of Wild Sardinia Italian Vodka, Limoncello, peach purée, orange juice, lime juice, and ginger beer.  Stop #6: USA 🇺🇸 - The girls decided to go with the fan favorite The Frozen Mint Julep ($17). While I had a Texas Mule ($16) is a bold twist on the classic Moscow Mule, featuring the smooth kick of Texas-made whiskey or bourbon, combined with spicy ginger beer and fresh lime juice. This refreshing cocktail offers a balanced blend of warmth, zest, and a bit of Southern charm, often garnished with a lime wedge or fresh mint.  Stop #7: Japan 🇯🇵 - At this point on our DATW adventure I one of us about to tap out. Again, I dont drink and tell but it wasn't me .😏 For this very reason we decided it would be wise to switch to flights so that everyone MIGHT make it to the end. Tokyo Sunset: A tropical blend of coconut rum, crème de banana, peach schnapps, and pineapple juice, resulting in a fruity and sweet flavor profile. Violet Sake: A fan-favorite concoction mixing sake with purple pear and lime juice, offering a refreshing and slightly tangy taste. Seasonal Sake: I do not remember which one this was and didn't take a picture of the menu. . . it was good tho 🤷🏽♀️.  Stop #8: Morocco 🇲🇦 - By the time we reached Morocco, I was grateful again that we decided to go with another drink flight. The flight consisted of 3 hard ciders which were all light and refreshing. The flight consited of Maeloc Strawberry Hard Cider, Keel Farms Blackberry Pear Hard Cider, and 3 Daughters Brewing Fig Hard Cider. This flight paired perfectly with the Spiced Lamb Kefta.  Stop #9: France 🇫🇷 - The MVP of DrinksI’d been waiting for this one: the legendary Grand Marnier Orange Slush in France. It lived up to the hype—sweet, citrusy, and boozy enough to keep things fun. We added an extra shot of Grand Marnier. This one is definitely a park favorite because most people in line were there for a second drink and had the infamous orange cup.  Stop #10: United Kingdom 🇬🇧 - With only two stops left, we powered through. The UK’s Welsh Dragon was a welcome change from the heavier drinks earlier in the day. Usually I would have gone with a beer of some sort but I was just trying to make it to the end.  Stop #11: Canada 🇨🇦 - The Ottawa Apple is a popular cocktail available at EPCOT's Canada Pavilion, known for its delightful blend of Canadian whisky and fruit flavors. This refreshing drink combines Crown Royal Canadian Whisky, apple infusion, and cranberry juice, resulting in a beverage that's both sweet and tart. Pro Tips for Future Explorers:  ✔️ Pace yourself – 11 drinks is no joke. Water is your best friend.
✔️ Eat along the way – Soft pretzels in Germany and tacos in Mexico will save you. ✔️ Start early – This is a marathon, not a sprint. ✔️ Enjoy the culture – Stop and appreciate the details in each pavilion. ✔️ If you are in a group get the flights! Not only will it save you money but it could also save your liver. Have you taken on this challenge? Which country was your favorite stop? Let me know if you'd like any more tweaks! 😊
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