The Perch at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has soft opened and we were among the first to try the lobby bar’s signature drinks. Here are our thoughts.
The Perch Lobby Bar Signature Drinks
While The Perch doesn’t officially open until November 10, the Grand Floridian lobby bar soft opened for guests today with its full menu available.
Florida 75 – $22
Fords Gin, Florida Citrus Cordial, and Lemon topped with Taittinger ‘La Francaise’ Brut Champagne
Review out of 7: 6
This is dangerous. It tastes like a harder mimosa. The gin comes through a bit and, as someone who doesn’t usually like gin, we’d drink this. If you don’t like champagne, skip this obviously, but otherwise mimosa fans unite! We can see the Grand Floridian moms checking in and getting trashed on these ASAP.
Coffee Rum Sazerac – $17.50
Siesta Key Coffee Rum, Demerara, Absinthe Rinse, Peychaud’s Bitters, and Lemon Essence
Review out of 7: 1
No one liked this. It has a super hard alcohol flavor that just smells and tastes of black licorice. We couldn’t get any other notes other than that.
Blueberry and Basil Iced Tea (Non-Alcoholic) – $8
Review out of 7: 5
This mostly tastes of iced tea with a bit of blueberry at the end, but it compliments it well. We do wish the basil would come through a bit more — we’re sure they are still working on these recipes — but overall it’s a solid non-alcoholic offering, although you are still paying $8 for iced tea with some blueberry syrup.
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