Disney4me Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Well, I guess it’s time… Florida sure had a beautiful “winter,†but as much as I’ve tried to deny it over the past few weeks, we’re back to the time of year when it’s not unusual to see the thermometer (otherwise known as my weather app) climb back up into the 90s.One good thing about all that? It’s the perfect excuse to cool down with some cold beverages! And since we’re looking at hanging out in the heat until… oh, until the end of the 2015 Epcot Food & Wine Festival in, like, November, now is as good a time as any to check out some highly recommended sips!So today we’re stopping at two Disney World Parks, one Resort, and Downtown Disney to check out some of the latest and greatest concoctions. We’re focusing primarily on some killer cocktails, but we’ll end with a little something for kids (and kids at heart!), too!So grab a straw and a teeny-tiny umbrella, because we’re starting with a new vacation must-have…Spikey PineappleWe’ve just gotta dive in with this new gem at Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort: the Spikey Pineapple.Spikey PineappleWhile most of the drink menu at the Tiki Terrace is the same as that inside Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, you can ONLY enjoy the Spikey Pineapple outside on the Tiki Terrace… and it is well worth a special visit.Why? Because this is Pineapple Soft-Serve (Dole Whip!) served in a sippable form and spiked with Barbancourt Pango Rhum.Spikey Pineapple menu descriptionIf you’re a fan of Dole Whip (and especially the rum-spiked Pineapple Soft-serve at the Epcot Food & Wine and Flower and Garden Festivals and in Animal Kingdom), or just fantastic tropical vacation drinks in general, this one is a must-try!Tamarind MargaritaWhat’s a post about drinks in Disney World without mentioning one of the greatest watering holes this side of the Mississippi (and, OK, the other side, too)? Over in Epcot’s Mexico Pavilion, La Cava del Tequila sets the standard for incredible and creative margaritas served alongside high-end tequilas.La Cava del Tequila SignAnd while the debut last fall of the Maelstrom Margarita (created in tribute to the now-extinct Maelstrom attraction formerly housed in Mexico’s neighboring Norway Pavilion) receives a lot of well-deserved buzz, it’s the Tamarind Margarita, which debuted last summer, that really knocked our socks off in a recent visit: Ambhar Blanco Tequila, tamarind pulp, orange liquor and agave nectar with a chili powder rim.Tamarind MargaritaThe tamarind and agave make this one incredibly sweet — without being too sweet (I hate too sweet), thanks to the tamarind tang, and the chili powder rim provides some kick. This one well earns its place beside the beloved Avocado Margarita. And Horchata Margarita. Oh, and the Wild Passion Fruit… Dark & Tropical StormyInside at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, though, we’re loving the Dark & Tropical Stormy: Gosling’s Black Seal Rum, fresh lime juice, Ginger Beer, and Falernum.Dark & Tropical Stormy on the Trader Sam’s menuIt’s the unique and bold taste of the ginger beer that makes this one stand out, giving it a sweet spice while the layered pour allows the rum to have its own moment as well.Dark & Tropical StormyAnother fun feature with many drinks inside the Grotto are toppers themed to the beverage. The Dark & Tropical Stormy’s is understandably windblown …Dark & Tropical Stormy umbrellaBatten down the hatches and grab one!Raspy Old FashionedWe’re taking a trip over to Downtown Disney for our next one and stopping at Raglan Road.Raglan RoadUnderstandably, lots of folks stepping into Raglan Road fancy a pint, and thebeer selection doesn’t disappoint.Raglan Road Drinks menu — click to enlargeBut on a recent visit we were able to sample a TON of new menu items, and it was the Raspy Old Fashioned that stole the show. This mix of Tennessee Whiskey, Raglan Road’s famous Guinness Glaze, Sour, and fresh raspberry puree tastes as good as it looks.Raspy Old FashionedWho knew that raspberries and whiskey would work together so well? I didn’t…. but now I do! And now you do, too. You’re welcome .Seasonal Milkshake at Min & Bill’s Dockside DinerOkay, so clearly we’ve been focusing on some terrific cocktails today. But we’d be remiss if we didn’t give a nod to a cold drink that makes everyone feel like a kid at heart, and that’s the good old-fashioned MILKSHAKE.But we’re not just talking about any ol’ vanilla or strawberry here… Nope! Min and Bill’s Dockside Diner has been churning out some sensational seasonal shakes over the past years, to the point where this often overlooked stand has become a must-visit every time we set foot in Hollywood Studios!Min and Bill’s Dockside Diner at Disney’s Hollywood StudiosNow remember, these are SEASONAL selections and therefore change with some frequency, so you really never know what you’re going to find… but here’s a glimpse at just a few that we’ve enjoyed!Min and Bill’s really rose to the top last fall when they were serving up the Caramel Apple Shake.Caramel Apple ShakeAbsolutely NO skimping on the caramel sauce (and that’s a SAUCE, not a syrup) for this shake with a hint of apple flavor!Caramel SauceBut that wasn’t our first visit. We’d started to take a lot of notice when the Red Velvet Peppermint Shake hit the scene the previous holiday season.Red Velvet Peppermint ShakeRed Velvet Peppermint ShakeMost recently, though, it’s the Cinnamon Sweet Churro Milkshake that’s rocking our entire world!Cinnamon Sweet Churro MilkshakeThis is two great treats in one… A cinnamon milkshake and a Churro! Okay, three, really… ‘cuz we’re all in agreement that whipped cream should be classified as a dish in itself. Or maybe that’s just me?No matter which you choose, here’s wishing you lots and lots of Happy Sipping! Oh, and Bottoms up!Which of these beverages tempt you the most? Please let us know with a comment!Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! 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