Marella Cruises Standard All-Inclusive Drinks List

The BIG Question -Which Drinks are Included on Marella Cruises Standard Drinks Package?

The Ultimate Guide to Marella Cruises Standard All -Inclusive Drinks

Updated April 2026

Compare drinks packages and decide which Marella option is right for your cruise.

Marella Cruises offer All inclusive Drinks - but what is included

MARELLA CRUISES | DRINKS PACKAGES | ALL INCLUSIVE CRUISE

⭐️Please note, prices and information correct at time of writing but do check once onboard as prices can fluctuate⭐️

For a full overview of Marella Cruises, including ships, cabins and tips, see our Marella Cruises guide.

Marella Cruises includes alcohol as standard - unlike most cruise lines. It’s included in your fare - but there are some key exclusions that often surprise first-time Marella cruisers.

If you’d like named spirits and extra cocktails, you can upgrade to the Premium Drinks Package from around £10-15 per person, per night (varies by booking).

This guide breaks down exactly what’s included in the Marella Cruises Standard All Inclusive drinks package, what’s not included, and how it compares to Premium.

💡 Standard vs Premium at a glance

If you’re deciding whether to upgrade, the key difference is choice rather than availability. The Premium package expands access to higher-end spirits, a wider cocktail menu, and upgraded coffee and wine selections.

👉 In short:

• Standard = strong everyday coverage

• Premium = more choice, higher-end brands, and full bar menus

Here’s a little side by side comparison:

Marella Standard v Premium All Inclusive Comparison

Feature	Standard All Inclusive	Premium All Inclusive
House spirits	Included (e.g. Gordon’s, Smirnoff, Bacardi)	Upgraded premium brands
Wine by the glass	Included (house selection)	Wider premium selection
Cocktails	Selected classic cocktails	Full cocktail menu
Beer	Draught & bottled beers included	Premium beers & wider range
Soft drinks	Fountain soft drinks included	Includes more branded options
Coffee & tea	Selected hot drinks included	Full barista-style Coffee Port menu

Want more choice? See what’s included in the Marella Premium Drinks Package.

What’s included in Marella Cruises’ Standard All Inclusive drinks package?

Marella Cruises’ Standard All Inclusive drinks package covers a wide range of house beverages available across bars, lounges and restaurants onboard. In general, most everyday drinks are included, making it one of the more generous mainstream cruise drinks packages.

You can expect the following to be included:

• Selected house spirits such as Gordon’s gin, Smirnoff vodka, Bacardi rum and Captain Morgan

• Whisky options including blends such as Johnnie Walker Red Label and Famous Grouse

• A range of draught and bottled beers, including popular options like Birra Moretti, Guinness and lager alternatives (varies by sailing region)

• House wines by the glass (red, white and rosé)

• A selection of classic cocktails and mocktails

• Fountain soft drinks, including cola, lemonade and tonic water

• Teas and standard coffees

Most drinks are served in standard measures (for example, spirits are typically 25ml or 40ml depending on venue and ship).

Availability can vary slightly depending on the ship and itinerary, particularly on longer or international sailings.

Assorted alcohol bottles - not all brands necessarily available onboard

Standard Package is available between 10 am and 2 am.

Drinks Included in Marella’s Standard All-Inclusive Drinks Package

Which Beers are included on Marella standard package?

Beers Included in Marella Cruises Standard AI Package

✔️Draught Beers (Half pint/Pint)

• Draught Foster’s (Europe; Heineken (Caribbean)- (pint/half pint)

• Draught John Smith’s (pint/half pint)

• Draught Strongbow (pint/half pint)

Assorted bottled beer available onboard (not necessarily all shown available)

✔️ Canned/Bottled Beers, Ales, Stout including:

The following beers are included (you will need to ask onboard about which ciders are currently offered)

• Birra Moretti

• San Miguel Fresca 

• Red Stripe

• Guinness

• Heineken Zero

• Peroni

• Corona 

• Peroni Red label 

• Tuborg

• Kronenbourg

• Sol

✔️ Aperitifs, Spirits, Ports, Liqueurs, Sherries (40ml):

Which Spirits are included on your Marella Standard Drinks Package?

Aperitifs, Spirits, Ports, Liqueurs, Sherries

There are many popular brands of aperitif and spirits available in Marella Cruises’ Standard All-Inclusive Package :

Aperitifs:

• Martini Dry Vermouth

• Martini Red Vermouth

• Martini Bianco

• Dubonnet

• Pernod

• Pimms No.1

• Campari

Gin:

Gorden’s Gin with Ice and a Slice

• Gordon’s

• New Amsterdam Gin

Vodka:

• Smirnoff Vodka

• Stolichnaya

• New Amsterdam Vodka

Infused Spirits:

• Lemon Peel and Thyme Vodka

• Strawberry and Black Pepper Vodka

• Cucumber and Lime Vodka

• Lemongrass and Ginger Rum

• Rosemary and Citrus Gin

• Earl grey Gin

• Apple and Cinnamon Bourbon

• Lime and Chilli Tequila

• Lemongrass and Ginger Rum

Whiskey:

Enjoy a wee dram

• Teacher’s

• Johnnie Walker Red

• Bells

• Famous Grouse

• Jameson

• Jim Beam

Rum:

• Bacardi

• Malibu

• Captain Morgan

• Rum Haven Coconut Rum

Tequila:

• Jose Cuervo Silver

• Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila

Brandy/Cognac:

• Fundador

• Metaxa 5 Stars

Liqueurs:

• Amaretto

• Baileys Irish Cream Original

• Southern Comfort

• Cherry Brandy

• Molly’s Irish Cream

• Coffee Liqueur

• Triple Sec Orange

Port:

• Sandeman Ruby

• Cockburns Special Reserve

• Sanderman Imperial Reserve Tawney

Sherry:

• Harveys Bristol Cream

• Croft Original

✔️ Wine by the glass (175 ml)

Which Wine is included on the Marella Cruises Standard All Inclusive Package?

Wine by the Glass

Sparkling Wine

• Cava

• Prosecco

White Wine

• House White

• Sauvignon Blanc

• Pinot Grigio

Red Wine

• House Red

• Cabernet Sauvignon

• Merlot

Rosé Wine

• House Rosé

• Tempranillo-Merlot Rosé

• Arada

✔️ Cocktails included

Which cocktails are included on your Marella Standard Drinks Package?

COCKTAILS INCLUDED ON THE STANDARD PACKAGE

The following cocktails are generally included in the standard drinks package (but please notethat Cocktail menus can change slightly between ships and seasons):

Electric Lemonade - Vodka, Blue Curaçao, sour mix and lemonade are combined to make this sweet and citrus disco classic.

Illusion - Melon liqueur, vodka, triple sec and pineapple juice, blended with a sweet and sour mix.

Long Island Iced Tea - Vodka, gin, white rum, tequila & orange liqueur, mixed with lemon juice & sugar, fizzed with cola.

Raspberry Collins - A tangy and zesty mix of gin and raspberry, mixed with lemon and sugar and topped with soda.

Mai Tai = Light rum, dark rum and triple sec combined with almond syrup, lime juice, pineapple juice and grenadine.

Singapore Sling - A blend of gin, cherry brandy and orange liqueur, married with pineapple juice, bitters and lime.

Sangria

Rocking Rita - Tequila, orange liqueur, margarita mix (choice of peach or lime)

Daiquiris (Strawberry, Very Berry, Banana and Classic Lime) - White Rum Base with Choice of Flavours

Pina Coladas (also available in Strawberry, Raspberry and Banana)

Hawaiian Tropics - RumHaven coconut, banana liqueur, melon liqueur, citrus mix and pineapple juice

Black Russian - Vodka and coffee liqueur combined with cola and served on the rocks.

Cosmopolitan - Vodka, Triple Sec mixed with Cranberry and Lime juices

✔️ Mocktails

Delicious mocktails available onboard

Pineapple Sunshine - Pineapple Juice, Orange Juice, Lemon Juice, Grenadine, Soda Water

Bora Bora Brew - Pineapple juice, ginger ale, grenadine

November Seabreeze - Cranberry juice, apple juice, lime juice, sugar syrup, soda water

Cranberry Cooler - Cranberry Juice, Apple Juice, Lime Juice, Soda Water

Apple Spritz - Apple Juice, Ginger Beer, Lemonade

St Clements - Orange Juice, Bitter Lemon, Lemonade

Tropical Blend - Passion Fruit, Banana, Orange Juice

Berry Banana - Banana, Strawberries, Blueberries, Orange Juice, Yoghurt

✔️ Juices & Soft Drinks

Note these are small bottled juices and “fountain” soft drinks. Cans are only available on the Premium Package.

Juices

• Orange

• Apple

• Pineapple

• Grapefruit

• Cranberry

• Tomato

Soft Drinks/Sodas

• Cola

• Diet Cola

• Tonic

• Soda Water

• Orange Soda

• Ginger Ale

† Important to note - Bottled Water is NOT included on ANY all inclusive package but available by glass n any bar or restaurant.

✔️Hot Drinks and Specialities

Self-serve Tea and Coffee is also available free of charge from the buffet plus you have kettle and tea/coffee in cabins.

Hot Drinks & Specials

These drinks are available in some bars/restaurants - NOT Coffee Port which is chargeable.

• Latte

• Americano

• Cappuccino

• Mocha

• Hot Chocolate

• Macchiato

• Espresso

• Nescafé

• Nescafé Decaffeinated

• Tea

Speciality Coffees

Irish Coffee - Jameson Whiskey, coffee and whipped cream

Irish Cream Coffee - Irish Cream, Coffee and whipped cream

Lumumba - Brandy, Hot Chocolate and whipped cream

Any drinks purchased outside of the AI times (i.e between 2 am and 10 am), or not included in the package will be charged to your onboard account (prices shown on menus). Note that premium brands and fancy coffees from The Coffee Port are excluded from the standard package.

❌ What’s not included in Marella Cruises’ Standard All Inclusive

While the package is extensive, there are some important exclusions to be aware of:

Key exclusions:

• Bottled still and sparkling water
• Canned soft drinks (fountain drinks only are included)
• Premium or top-shelf spirits
• Speciality barista coffees (Coffee Port range, unless upgraded)
• Mini-bar items in your cabin
• Champagne and premium wines
• Drinks outside the all-inclusive service window (typically 10am–2am)

This distinction is what often separates the Standard package from the upgraded Premium option. Many of these are included in the Premium drinks package.

Is Marella’s Standard Drinks Package worth it?

Quick verdict:

Marella’s Standard All Inclusive drinks package is more than enough for most cruisers, covering a wide range of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails without needing to upgrade. However, if you prefer premium brands, speciality coffee or a wider cocktail selection, you may get better value from the Premium package.

For most cruisers, Marella’s Standard All Inclusive drinks package offers excellent value, especially compared to other cruise lines where drinks can quickly add up. Premium suits those who prefer - see full breakdown of the Premium package.

If you’re happy with well-known brands, classic cocktails and a good selection of beer and wine, you’re unlikely to feel limited. The inclusion of an all inclusive package as standard is one of Marella’s biggest strengths.

However, it’s not completely all inclusive. Premium spirits, speciality coffees, bottled water and some cocktails come at an extra cost, which can add up if you regularly choose these.

It’s worth sticking with Standard if:

• You mainly drink beer, wine or basic spirits

• You’re happy with house brands

• You don’t drink large amounts of speciality coffee

You may want to upgrade if:

• You prefer premium spirits or specific brands

• You enjoy a wider cocktail selection

• You drink barista-style coffee regularly

👉 If that sounds like you, you may get better value from the Marella Premium drinks package.

The Lowdown

Marella Cruises’ Standard All Inclusive drinks package is one of the most generous at sea, covering a wide range of beers, wines, spirits, cocktails and soft drinks as part of your fare. For most cruisers, it offers more than enough choice without needing to spend extra.

That said, it’s not completely all inclusive. Bottled water, canned soft drinks, speciality coffees and premium spirits aren’t included, and cocktail menus can vary slightly by ship and itinerary.

If you’re happy with well-known brands and classic drinks, the Standard package delivers excellent value. But if you prefer premium labels, a wider cocktail selection and barista-style coffee, upgrading to the Premium package may be worth considering.

The key takeaway? You won’t go thirsty on Marella - but knowing what’s included (and what’s not) helps you avoid any surprises once you’re onboard.

Planning a Marella cruise? Explore our full Marella Cruises guide, including ships, itineraries and onboard tips.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is everything included in Marella Cruises’ drinks package?Most drinks are included, including house spirits, beers, wines, cocktails and soft drinks. However, premium brands, bottled water and speciality coffees are not included in the Standard package.

Are cocktails included on Marella Cruises?
Yes, a selection of classic cocktails is included in the Standard All Inclusive package, although some premium options may cost extra.

Is bottled water included on Marella Cruises?
No, bottled water is not included and must be purchased separately unless you upgrade your drinks package.

What time are drinks included on Marella Cruises?
Drinks are typically included from around 10am until 2am each day, although this may vary slightly by ship.

Is it worth upgrading to the Premium drinks package?
It depends on your preferences. If you prefer premium spirits, speciality coffees and a wider cocktail selection, the upgrade can offer better value.

If you have wider questions about what to expect onboard you might find our Marella FAQ Guide helpful.

About the author

Kathy Taylor is the founder of Cruise Lowdown and a UK-based cruise writer specialising in Marella Cruises, all-inclusive sailings and practical cruise advice. Having sailed on multiple Marella ships, she shares first-hand insights, honest reviews and detailed guides to help cruisers understand what’s really included — and what to expect onboard.