EPCOT New GEO-82 Spaceship Earth Lounge Coming to EPCOT

[f1rstxlas7]

Above-area-average alcohol pricing is common in the restaurant industry when elbow room is at a premium. It's a tactic frequently used to keep barflies away who overstay their welcome. Epcot is filled with adults who've already come to drink alcohol, so by showcasing twenty-something dollar cocktails upfront vs other options in the park, it's going to keep a lot of Epcot foot traffic away and help with capacity. The exclusivity of it being adults-only adds to the perceived value of it being a getaway too.

Now, the thing is, they actually have to make good drinks here, or this whole experiment will be a failure.

 

[HauntedPirate]

I want to know the size of the pours for the bourbon flight, guessing a standard 1oz. If they are less, that's a ripoff, I don't care if it's a Stagg and Blanton's Gold single barrel included. The other two are $30-40 bottles even as single barrel picks.

 

[monothingie]

What I’ve learned from the Cake Bake Shop is that people will go and they will LOVE it. I really didn’t think Cake Bake would do well but every day I read glowing reviews, some from people who have gone multiple times. There is an audience for everything and I have no doubt this will be equally as popular.

The same Cake Bake Shop that has wide open availability on Open Table for every open hour everyday of the week?

 

[LSLS]

Personally, I think my limit is $20 for a higher end cocktail, so not planning on having any here. I will say though the beer prices are at least still relatively good compared to elsewhere.

 

[HauntedPirate]

Personally, I think my limit is $20 for a higher end cocktail, so not planning on having any here. I will say though the beer prices are at least still relatively good compared to elsewhere.

I'd be willing to pay $8.75 for a Yuengling, since I cannot get it where I live, but the rest? Hard pass.

 

[Andrew C]

I'd be willing to pay $8.75 for a Yuengling, since I cannot get it where I live, but the rest? Hard pass.

Really? You can't yet?

 

[LSLS]

I'd be willing to pay $8.75 for a Yuengling, since I cannot get it where I live, but the rest? Hard pass.

I'm big on Bells, but even though I'm not huge on the rest, the prices are still decent compared to most other theme parks.

 

[HauntedPirate]

Really? You can't yet?

Nope. Still not available at my local Total Wine locations, and if anyone would have it, they would.

 

[Ayla]

Really? You can't yet?

We can't buy it in Wisconsin, either.

 

[Captain Barbossa]

I'd be willing to pay $8.75 for a Yuengling

but the rest? Hard pass.

They should take the sports venue approach and pass off high life as “premium” for $15! What is this, amateur hour? Come on Bob, think about the gravy!

I cannot get it where I live

Nope. Still not available at my local Total Wine locations, and if anyone would have it, they would.

When it comes to non-craft, Yuengling is my favorite. I’m thankful to live in a part of the country where it’s readily available and I can have it on hand 24/7. I didn’t realize how scarce it is west of the Mississippi until a friend of mine who’s lived in Oklahoma and Arizona told me that local retailers will give a heads up when they’re expecting a shipment and it ends up being a mad dash to see who can buy them out because it could very well be a year, or even longer, before it’s on the shelves again.

 

[FiestaFunKid]

For me, the more 'typical' this bar is will drive whether it is a one and done. If it basically feels like a nice cocktail lounge with a geodesic carpet, why sit in there for any length of time when paying to experience Epcot (and you can drink all over the park)?

If the vibes are somehow more uniquely Epcot and cooler than expected, then stopping in for a drink more often, particularly for APs, could make sense - ala La Cava (that's fun to say).

 

[SplashJacket]

Tonight:

 

[TheMaxRebo]

Above-area-average alcohol pricing is common in the restaurant industry when elbow room is at a premium. It's a tactic frequently used to keep barflies away who overstay their welcome. Epcot is filled with adults who've already come to drink alcohol, so by showcasing twenty-something dollar cocktails upfront vs other options in the park, it's going to keep a lot of Epcot foot traffic away and help with capacity. The exclusivity of it being adults-only adds to the perceived value of it being a getaway too.

Now, the thing is, they actually have to make good drinks here, or this whole experiment will be a failure.

Pricing for the cocktails seems in line for higher end/trendy bars in NYC ... But the cocktails need to be craft made and well made. If so, doesn't seem outlandish and would be willing to check out. If batch made/not week made will pass

 

[HauntedPirate]

Pricing for the cocktails seems in line for higher end/trendy bars in NYC ... But the cocktails need to be craft made and well made. If so, doesn't seem outlandish and would be willing to check out. If batch made/not week made will pass

But how do they compare with cocktail prices at NFL games and Broadway shows?

 

[Mr. Sullivan]

The same Cake Bake Shop that has wide open availability on Open Table for every open hour everyday of the week?

I don’t think that’s really a proper reflection of it’s popularity because the majority of their business is people getting stuff to go. When we were there last, Boardwalk itself was dead (it was mid-day so people were at the parks), the line for CBS was out the door and going down the sidewalk. Dine in reservations were open, but you were gonna be waiting awhile if you wanted to grab sweets to take away.

 

[monothingie]

I don’t think that’s really a proper reflection of its popularity because the majority of their business is people getting stuff to go. When we were there last, Boardwalk itself was dead (it was mid-day so people were at the parks), the line for CBS was out the door and going down the sidewalk. Dine in reservations were open, but you were gonna be waiting awhile if you wanted to grab sweets to take away.

A venue that is empty and has wide open availability for reservations is a very appropriate and accurate reflection in the popularity of the business.

Using your observation, they should have just stuck with a kiosk. But they didn’t. You’re just ignoring the 75% of the businesses that is failing spectacularly and focusing on what supports your view.

 

[Calmdownnow]

Just the price to enter turns me off. For what? finger snacks?? Overhead view of the fireworks - not for that price.

Hey, got to find a way of recouping some of the 145% import tax on those Chinese fireworks.

 

[TheMaxRebo]

But how do they compare with cocktail prices at NFL games and Broadway shows?

Last Broadway show I went to the cocktails were like $18, but pretty basic - these are much more involved - or at least appear to be. Will depend on actual quality

 

[Bocabear]

Disney bars tend to always be very light pours on the booze....and most craft cocktails need more than I think Disney would be willing to do.... So they will probably be weaker, smaller versions at best...

 

[tanc]

I’m looking forward to a place to enjoy without kids. It’s a nice touch, and I’m sure the view will be spectacular.