mixology/ Capt. morgan

traveler22 · Post by **traveler22** » Sat Jun 30, 2007 4:57 pm

Hi, planning for my Feb.08 trip and have read about the beers and wines Mixology carry but not the rums.
We were on St. John last January and purchased a bottle of Captain Morgan at the airport and good thing we did because the restaurants and bars were all out,(they said there was a shortage) but I think they were pushing the Cruzan. Has anyone purchased it lately or got it from mixology in the past. We are traveling with a small group this year and want to order ahead (mixolgy) if possible. Thanks, Scott

waterguy · Post by **waterguy** » Sat Jun 30, 2007 5:11 pm

You must of been on Island the same time as us we ran into the same problem in Jan. never had that problem before.

StJohnRuth · Post by **StJohnRuth** » Sat Jun 30, 2007 6:20 pm

We frequently have shortages of weird things. You have to just make do sometimes!
Here are a few of my favorite most memorable temporary shortages:
1)Bottled water (during St. Thomas Carnival)
2)Marlboro Lights
3)Iceberg lettuce
and my two favorites,
4) Limes
5) Bananas

I'm sure you can call Mixology Warehouse and get the scoop on the current Captain Morgan's situation.
-Ruth

cypressgirl · Post by **cypressgirl** » Sat Jun 30, 2007 6:23 pm

Mixology told me back in March that they can order anything you want if you give them a little notice. I bet if you call now and order it, they will have it by the end of July.

traveler22 · Post by **traveler22** » Sat Jun 30, 2007 8:53 pm

Thanks all, Waterguy, yes,we were there the same week
as you. We miss each other at Sunday Jazz but we did meet St. John Ruth in her store and she said that we just missed you again. We are going back Feb. 2-9, hope to catch you this time, hope all is well.
Scott

Xislandgirl · Post by **Xislandgirl** » Sat Jun 30, 2007 9:01 pm

If you can't get Capt Morgan, try Cruzan Clipper. It is not exactly the same but it is very similar.

Ksea · Post by **Ksea** » Sun Jul 01, 2007 1:55 pm

Not to bash Mixology...but their prices are high if you have stuff delivered...maybe cheaper if you go pick it up. STT has every liquor imaginable at CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP prices if you are planning to go over there one day. Cigarettes are dirt cheap too for all you smokers. I was sorry I bought so much from Mixology once I saw the prices on STT...but it was a learning experience

RickG · Post by **RickG** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 9:48 am

Ksea wrote:Not to bash Mixology...but their prices are high if you have stuff delivered...maybe cheaper if you go pick it up. STT has every liquor imaginable at CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP prices if you are planning to go over there one day. Cigarettes are dirt cheap too for all you smokers. I was sorry I bought so much from Mixology once I saw the prices on STT...but it was a learning experience

This is a conversation we have every trip. We have yet to rent a vehicle on STT and stock up there; perhaps for Halloween. Mixology delivers and cold beer at the villa when we get there is a BIG deal for our gang. But, a rental car on STT and a cooler with ice works too. Convenience or cost.....

Cheers, RickG

traveler22 · Post by **traveler22** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 11:41 am

RickG/Ksea-
I understand what you guys are saying but three questions.
1.How close from Red Hook is the nearest place to get beer & such. I once went to the Kmart (in the country)and it was cheap but a pretty good ride.
2. do you save enough money to offset the ferry cost plus the time missed on St. John?
3.You both expressed that it is cheaper to pick up your purchases at mixology that to have it delivered but mixology advertizes that it's free if over $100.00.
Is this not true?
I usually don't worry about this but we have 2 other couples coming and it just seemed easier to buy in bulk.
Scott

Wolfhound · Post by **Wolfhound** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 1:21 pm

I think the extra cost for the car ferry plus the time spent waiting for it isn't worth it. But there are only two if us and we don't drink THAT much. Our Mixology order was delievered free and the beer was cold. We were very happy.

stjohnmay2003 · Post by **stjohnmay2003** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 2:03 pm

Xislandgirl wrote:If you can't get Capt Morgan, try Cruzan Clipper. It is not exactly the same but it is very similar.

As Captain Morgan drinkers we also loved Cruzan Clipper.

RickG · Post by **RickG** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 3:43 pm

traveler22 wrote:RickG/Ksea-
I understand what you guys are saying but three questions.
1.How close from Red Hook is the nearest place to get beer & such. I once went to the Kmart (in the country)and it was cheap but a pretty good ride.
2. do you save enough money to offset the ferry cost plus the time missed on St. John?
3.You both expressed that it is cheaper to pick up your purchases at mixology that to have it delivered but mixology advertizes that it's free if over $100.00.
Is this not true?
I usually don't worry about this but we have 2 other couples coming and it just seemed easier to buy in bulk.
Scott

Mixology is just a bit more expensive, period, than some of the other options. Pine Peace has cheap Cruzan. If you want US megabrews (bud, miller, coors, budmilloors...) than STT is a good bit cheaper.

My real point is that the scarce resource for me on island is time more than saving 10%-20% on beer. On rum, Cruzan seems to be tasting better this year. I think moving production of the flavored "rums" to New Jersey and Florida has taken the stress off the main distillery in St. Croix.

Delivery from Mixology saves time 2 ways: no liquor stop and cold beer on villa arrival. It's a bargain for me... but picking up the rental car at the airport makes sense too.

Cheers, RickG

jdw · Post by **jdw** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 3:51 pm

Since we are talking about Mixology, can you recommend some good mixers to order? We will be making daiquiris, pina coladas, etc. Also, what is your favorite "island" beer?

Thanks.

KPlumm · Post by **KPlumm** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 7:14 pm

traveler22, don't know what kind of Captain Morgan you want, but my husband bought CM Spiced and CM Private Label when we were there in May.

traveler22 · Post by **traveler22** » Tue Jul 03, 2007 10:32 pm

Thanks All,
I think we are going to grab what we can at the airport(Captain Morgan & Bailey's was very cheap last year) while we are waiting for our luggage. Place
our first order with mixology so it's at the villa COLD(beer)and then go from there. I sincerely appreciate everyones help. I also won't forget the Cruzan Clipper tip.

Scott

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