where do you buy your liquor on STJ?

patr · Post by **patr** » Sat Nov 29, 2008 10:29 pm

trip report soon come, promise!

We arrived here on STJ this afternoon (Sat) after a couple of days at Secret Harbour. We are now in need of a bushwacker fix. We are stationed high above Coral Bay and made a mini-shopping trip to Lily's for breakfast essentials and tomorrow will head back to Cruz Bay and Starfish for the 2-week provisioning.

So . . .
given the vast variety of liqueurs used in a bushwacker, where is the best place to purchase all the goodies?

Here's the recipe:
SERVES 1 (change servings and units)

Ingredients
1/2 ounce rum (Cruzan is the best, but use whatever brand you have)
1/2 ounce vodka (any brand)
1/2 ounce Baileys Irish Cream (or a similar off-brand name)
1/2 ounce Kahlua (or a coffee flavored off-brand name)
1/2 ounce amaretto liqueur (any brand)
1/2 ounce chococo chocolate-flavored liqueur
1/2 ounce Frangelico (I recommend it) (optional)
1/2 ounce creme de coconut (a MUST - "Coco Lopez" is best)
1 cup crushed ice (more or less to make the proper consistency)
3 dashes of grated nutmeg
1 tablespoon whipped cream
1 maraschino cherry

Directions
1. Put everything, except nutmeg, whipped cream and cherries in a blender and use enough ice that when blended will be the consistency of a milkshake.
2. Blend, pour into glasses, and top with whipped cream, a cherry, and a couple dashes of grated nutmeg.
3. Enjoy!
4. But use caution!
5. They taste like there is no alcohol in them and most people have a tendency to get"bushwacked!"
6. Haha!

Chet · Post by **Chet** » Sun Nov 30, 2008 10:44 am

If you aren in Coral Bay, Lily's. Cruz Bay, Starfish.

jayseadee · Post by **jayseadee** » Sun Nov 30, 2008 10:45 am

I always found decent prices at Captain's Corner in Cruz Bay (next to JJ"s).

traveler22 · Post by **traveler22** » Sun Nov 30, 2008 5:37 pm

Captains Corner and Peace Pine are much cheaper. I would try to get as much off your list there and then pay the higher price (starfish) for what left. Also check the store in the airport terminal, it has very good prices and sometimes specials that can't be beat.

Robbin · Post by **Robbin** » Sun Nov 30, 2008 6:23 pm

speaking of booze, can i get Gray Goose vodka if so what is the price for about 750 or larger? Robbin

nothintolose · Post by **nothintolose** » Sun Nov 30, 2008 8:20 pm

We like Pine Peace and I believe we did get Grey Goose last summer, but don't quote me on that as there was so much liquor in our basket that I can't remember what all we got. Just know SO prefers Grey Goose.

waterguy · Post by **waterguy** » Sun Nov 30, 2008 8:41 pm

Hi Robbin

Yes you can get it and it is about half of what we would pay in WI

Tom

Robbin · Post by **Robbin** » Sun Nov 30, 2008 10:49 pm

Thanks waterguy. The reason I ask is I have a family member that enjoys it and I do as well. I plan on sending her a bottle a day so best guess 750 would cost about 12-13 buck?

waterguy · Post by **waterguy** » Mon Dec 01, 2008 6:14 am

I drink Absoult and it was 8.00 a liter.

Fowst · Post by **Fowst** » Tue Dec 02, 2008 2:07 pm

What about buying in STT before going to STJ? Do they sell alcohol at Cost U Less? If not, is there a duty-free shop close to it?

ms411 · Post by **ms411** » Wed Dec 03, 2008 7:00 am

I've heard the Captain's Corner store can order almost any liquor that's sold in the VI for you, and have it at the store within a week. No obligation to buy.

sailorgirl · Post by **sailorgirl** » Wed Dec 03, 2008 7:05 am

Fowst wrote:What about buying in STT before going to STJ? Do they sell alcohol at Cost U Less? If not, is there a duty-free shop close to it?

Cost U less has a large selection. I can't vouch for the prices.

mysticstj · Post by **mysticstj** » Fri Dec 19, 2008 11:19 pm

you will find the best deals on st thomas. cost u less does sell liquor and along with the shop at the airport, is definitely a great spot to find the best prices. the benefit of shopping at cost u less is that you can also buy cheap food for the week. buy some of the insulated freezer bags while there and you will save a lot of money by buying meats, cheese, produce, etc. to bring over to st john.

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