If you’re getting ready to sail on one of the luxurious Cunard Queens, you’re probably wondering whether one of the drink packages is worth the investment. After all, a few cocktails or lattes each day can really add up — and Cunard offers a variety of drink options to fit different preferences and budgets.
To help you decide if a package is right for you, we’ve created the Cunard Beverage Package Calculator below. It lets you input how many drinks you think you’ll have each day, and it compares that cost (including gratuities) to the price of the package. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a mocktail sipper, or a specialty coffee lover, this tool helps you make the most informed choice possible — before you set sail.
Now let’s break down what’s actually included in each of Cunard’s beverage packages, so you can pick the one that best fits your sipping style.
Beers, Wines and Spirits Option
Perfect for: Adults who enjoy a mix of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages each day — from wine and cocktails to soda, smoothies, and specialty coffee.
What’s included:
- All beers, spirits, liqueurs, cocktails, and wines by the glass retailing up to $13.50 per serving
- All the benefits of the Premium Non-Alcoholic Drinks Option (soda, juice, mocktails, water, specialty coffee)
- 20% discount on drinks over $13.50 and select wine experiences (Cunard does not allow you to pay the difference in drink cost)
- 15% service charge included in package price
Premium Non-Alcoholic Drinks Option
Perfect for: Those who don’t drink alcohol but want a wide range of non-alcoholic refreshments throughout the day.
What’s included:
- Unlimited soft drinks, bottled mineral water, freshly squeezed juices, smoothies, hand-crafted non-alcoholic cocktails
- Includes specialty hot drinks like premium coffees and teas
- 15% service charge included
Specialty Hot Drinks Option
Perfect for: Coffee and tea lovers who frequent Cunard’s onboard cafés and want unlimited espresso drinks, premium teas, and hot chocolates.
What’s included:
- Unlimited specialty coffees, Tea Forté infusions, and hot chocolates
- 15% service charge included
Soft Drinks Option
Perfect for: Guests who just want soda, juices, and basic non-alcoholic refreshment throughout the day.
What’s included:
- Unlimited fountain soft drinks, long-life juices, fruit squash, and cordials
- 15% service charge included
Important Terms & Conditions (Applies to All Packages)
- Packages are charged per person, per day, and must be purchased for the entire length of the voyage (except disembarkation day)
- Packages cannot be shared, transferred, or partially purchased for just a portion of the cruise
- All guests in the same stateroom (excluding infants under 3) must purchase the same package
- Guests may only order one drink at a time, with a minimum 10-minute wait between orders
- Drink packages are non-refundable once the voyage begins (pre-purchased packages are refundable up to 3 days before departure)
- Drink packages do not include:
- Room service or mini-bar items
- Items purchased in shops
- Drinks at special/private events (e.g., cocktail parties, weddings)
- All drinks are served by the glass; bottles and cans are served opened
- Alcoholic drinks (under the Beers, Wines and Spirits package) are limited to 15 beverages per 24-hour period
- Cunard reserves the right to revoke a drink package without refund for any violations, including sharing drinks or excessive inebriation
- Some restrictions may apply due to local port laws or territorial waters
- Pricing is subject to change, and packages purchased onboard may differ from pre-purchase rates
Cunard Drink Package Calculator
Not sure if you’ll break even? That’s where our handy calculator comes in. Just select your cruise duration, choose the package you’re considering, and enter how many drinks you expect to enjoy each day. The calculator will tally up your estimated daily drink cost (including gratuity), compare it to the price of the package and tell you if you’ll save — or lose — money by buying the plan.
Cunard Beverage Package Calculator
The calculator uses average onboard beverage prices as of June 2025 and are based on pre-cruise discounted purchase prices and includes the 15% gratuity. Package prices increase if purchased onboard.
How many of each drink do you plan to consume daily?