Happy Hour in Halong Bay
Cocktail and cruises go side by side because there’s no better way to enjoy the beauty of Halong Bay than cruising through magnificent limestone mountains while enjoying a refreshing cocktail.
Exploring the charm and beauty of Halong Bay on an exclusive cruise tour together with Bhaya for a once in a lifetime experience, it’s ideal for couples or those who want a break away from the hustle and bustle of the city to sit back and relax with your favorite cocktail while admiring the scenic Gulf of Tonkin. The cocktail bar is available on all Bhaya’s four cruise lines with a wide range of refreshing drinks. Bhaya offers the happy hour session – Buy 01 Get 01 Free for all guests starting from 5:30 p.m. During this time, cocktail lovers can sip the fresh cocktails while watching one of the world’s most beautiful sunsets in the middle of Halong Bay.
After spending a day enjoying the cruise activities and entertainment, the best way to start your evening is to treat yourself a delicious cocktail. It is guaranteed any guest will want to order more for these delicious cocktails served on board is made by Bhaya’s skilled bartenders. Most of Bhaya’s bartenders have received honorable awards in bartending. Bhaya is proud of offering the highest quality of service with the talented bartenders onboard.
If you love the cocktail onboard, why not try to make one yourself and relive the holiday feeling once you return home. So here’s the cruise’s most popular drinks ordered onboard and how to make them.
Mojito
Nothing says summer better than a glass of mojito. This recipe is straightforward and simply perfect for a hot day.
Ingredients:
60 ml. White rum
22 ml. Fresh lime juice
15 ml. Club soda
Crushed ice
Garnish:
Mint leaves
01 Lime wheel
Instructions:
Step 1: Lightly muddle the mint leaves then add it together with the lime juice to a highball glass.
Step 2: Pour in the white rum then half fill the glass with crushed ice
Step 3: Top it off with a club soda and garnish it with a lime wheel
Martini
A truly classic drink which is perfect to enjoy while looking at the view from the cruise terrace
Ingredients:
75 ml. Gin or vodka
15 ml. Dry Vermouth
Ice
Garnish:
Olives or lemon peel
Instruction:
Step 1: Put your glass in the freezer first to chill
Step 2: Add the gin or vodka and dry vermouth in a mixing glass with ice and stir
Step 3: Strain the drink into the glass that you put in the freezer.
Step 4: If you like olive, stick 2 or 3 olives on the cocktail pick for garnish. Alternatively, rub a lemon peel around the rim of the glass and drop it into the glass.
Long Island Iced Tea
It’s another fantastic summer cocktail that guests shouldn’t miss out. This refreshing and delicious cocktail is a night-time classic.
Ingredients:
22 ml. Vodka
22 ml. White rum
22 ml. Silver tequila
22 ml. Gin
22 ml. Triple sec
22 ml. Sugar syrup
22 ml. Fresh lemon juice
1 Cola
Ice
Garnish:
Lemon wedge
Instructions:
Step 1: Mix all the ingredients, except for the cola, in a glass with ice then stir until the mixture is chilled
Step 2: Strain the mixture into a glass and top it off with a splash of cola.
Step 3: Give it a short and swift stir
Step 4: Garnish with a lemon wedge and serve with a straw
Sangria
This cocktail is full of refreshing ingredients and sings of summertime flavors. It’s time to wind down after a long day of sightseeing and activities with a glass of sangria.
Ingredients:
1 Spanish red wine bottle
120 ml. Brandy
120 ml. Orange juice
1 Orange
1 Lemon
Garnish:
Sliced Orange
Instructions:
Step 1: Sliced the orange and lemon into wedges.
Step 2: Place all the ingredients into a large pitcher and muddle for 30 seconds
Step 3: Add the brandy and orange juice then mix it up for 30 seconds
Step 4: Pour the red wine into the mixture then stir
Step 5: Serve in an ice-filled glass and garnish with a slice of orange
Mai Tai
This tropical and fruity rum-based cocktail is so popular for its refreshing and chilly taste.
Ingredients:
22 ml. Lime juice
30 ml. Dark rum
30 ml. Light rum
15 ml. Orange curacao
7.5 ml. Orgeat syrup
Crushed ice
Garnish:
Mint leaves
Pineapple wheel
Instructions:
Step 1: Combine all ingredients in a shaker with crushed ice.
Step 2: Shake vigorously for about 20 seconds to chill
Step 3: Pour the mixture into a glass
Step 4: Drop some mint leaves inside as a garnish and put the pineapple wheel on the rim of the glass
