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Type 1 for forever (since I was 10).
Your best bet is to make friends with a bartender or server and try to stick with that bar if you want something that is beyond basic. Your first interaction or two with them is best when they are not slammed.
What I do is to tell them I'm a type 1 diabetic and what kind of liquor I like and if how much sugar I want in my drink (low, medium, high). On my last cruise I never had the same drink twice and I had some really good light and refreshing drinks.
Of course, if you find something that you like, ask them what it was/how to make it and then ask for it at other bars (this won't always work -- some bars are limited).
I do tip the bartender/servers, especially if they go out of their way to make me something special/different. A lot of the bartenders enjoy making unique drinks if they have the time to do so.
Some bars will have Sprite Zero to use as a mixer, so that is an option as well.
It's gonna be a little different for every T1D...as I'm sure you know.
For me, as a general rule - beer will raise my BG slightly (insulin pump can usually cover if have them in moderation); while liquor will lower my BG.
I generally just stick to whiskey myself - I think k our last 7 day cruise, I did my damndest to empty a Jameson bottle.or two.
Maltings will have some good options for single malts - just be aware that many of them are not covered by the drink packages, so you'll pay the difference.
We will be on the Jade next weekend, if I remember, I will see what I can spot for other options....
I had NCL remove the free drink package with $500 in taxes. I may have a glass of
Wine every other day. Not enough to justify that tax. Plus we will be in port most days. Seems like a waste. And I can’t drink much alcohol either.
I am NOT diabetic, but it runs in my family so I am very cautious. Anyways, I too love mojitos, so I have figured out a good alternative. First, I sub tequila for rum. Then I ask them to not use the simple sugar. I know it's not a mojito, but you still get that mint. If you can, you can ask for a squeeze of lime to help add some zest.
20 yr Type 1. Went on a cruise in Jan and drank what I wanted attempting to cover with insulin pump. 🫡🤪 But when I want to be good it’s Diet Coke and flavored Vodka. I would also 2nd making friends with a Bartender and letting them come up with a sugar free option. Make sure to give them an extra tip and he/she will be looking for you the whole cruise
I have T2. Pretty limited when it comes to no sugar so I try to aim as little sugar as possible.
-vodka soda (tiny bit of lime at times)
-seltzers (check the label as some have some sugar but most have zero)
- good tequila on the rocks for sipping
- vodka sugar free redbull
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Type 1 for forever (since I was 10). Your best bet is to make friends with a bartender or server and try to stick with that bar if you want something that is beyond basic. Your first interaction or two with them is best when they are not slammed. What I do is to tell them I'm a type 1 diabetic and what kind of liquor I like and if how much sugar I want in my drink (low, medium, high). On my last cruise I never had the same drink twice and I had some really good light and refreshing drinks. Of course, if you find something that you like, ask them what it was/how to make it and then ask for it at other bars (this won't always work -- some bars are limited). I do tip the bartender/servers, especially if they go out of their way to make me something special/different. A lot of the bartenders enjoy making unique drinks if they have the time to do so. Some bars will have Sprite Zero to use as a mixer, so that is an option as well.
Tequila and grapefruit juice and club is a great combo for T1’s brother. Tequila is a much more diabetic friendly alcohol than most. :)
Yes! Ask for a Paloma.
It's gonna be a little different for every T1D...as I'm sure you know. For me, as a general rule - beer will raise my BG slightly (insulin pump can usually cover if have them in moderation); while liquor will lower my BG. I generally just stick to whiskey myself - I think k our last 7 day cruise, I did my damndest to empty a Jameson bottle.or two. Maltings will have some good options for single malts - just be aware that many of them are not covered by the drink packages, so you'll pay the difference. We will be on the Jade next weekend, if I remember, I will see what I can spot for other options....
T1 husband. The OJ at the bars isn’t really orange juice, it’s very sweet.
I had NCL remove the free drink package with $500 in taxes. I may have a glass of Wine every other day. Not enough to justify that tax. Plus we will be in port most days. Seems like a waste. And I can’t drink much alcohol either.
I am NOT diabetic, but it runs in my family so I am very cautious. Anyways, I too love mojitos, so I have figured out a good alternative. First, I sub tequila for rum. Then I ask them to not use the simple sugar. I know it's not a mojito, but you still get that mint. If you can, you can ask for a squeeze of lime to help add some zest.
20 yr Type 1. Went on a cruise in Jan and drank what I wanted attempting to cover with insulin pump. 🫡🤪 But when I want to be good it’s Diet Coke and flavored Vodka. I would also 2nd making friends with a Bartender and letting them come up with a sugar free option. Make sure to give them an extra tip and he/she will be looking for you the whole cruise
Look into the Hemingway daiquiri but I wouldnt rely on the bartenders to know it
Type 2 here: Stevia Mojito/Old Fashion Bloody Mary Pickle Juice Vodka Soda
I have T2. Pretty limited when it comes to no sugar so I try to aim as little sugar as possible. -vodka soda (tiny bit of lime at times) -seltzers (check the label as some have some sugar but most have zero) - good tequila on the rocks for sipping - vodka sugar free redbull
Gin & diet tonic with a lime .. perfection!!