Disney World reveals Pirates of the Caribbean tavern opening date, menu details

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Disney World on Tuesday announced an opening date and menu details for its new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern, The Beak and Barrel.

The pirate pub, which is coming to Magic Kingdom Park and will welcome guests of all ages, is set to open on Aug. 29, according to a post on the official Disney Parks Blog, and reservations will be accepted starting Aug. 14.

Disney officials also shared a first look at the menu, which offers a variety of themed food and beverages. Here’s a sampling of what to expect:

• The Treasure Trove (nonalcoholic): A mix of ube, lemon and coconut. “You can also snack on some sweet treats, like a vanilla cake plank, chocolate cannonball and golden caramel popcorn,” Disney said.

• The Cursed Treasure (nonalcoholic): A combination of coconut milk and cookie crumbs topped with vanilla foam and pirate’s gold cookie. “It’s that iconic cookies-and-cream flavor, in drink form,” Disney described.

• Salty Seas mARRRgarita: Features Southeast Asian flavors, such as ube, which gives it the purple hue, as well as Lalo Blanco Tequila, Cointreau liqueur and lime.

• Siren’s Whisper: A blue beverage that combines Pot & Column Still White Rum with citrus and spice. “This sip was inspired by the Fountain of Youth, also known as the Aqua de Vida from the films,” added Disney. This drink is also topped with a “siren tear.”

• Barrels Ablaze: Features Jack Daniel’s Bonded Tennessee Whiskey, a hint of honey and a dash of spice.

• Hibiscus Rum Punch Royale: A rum-based drink topped with prosecco. “The bubbly effervescence combined with hibiscus, demerara and citrus will make you feel like you’re charting the Atlantic,” stated Disney.

• Port of Call: Features London Dry Gin, Ruby Port, lemon juice and spiced cranberry.

• Lit Fuse: Features Los Siete Misterios Doba-Yej Mezcal, and flavors of banana, coconut and smoked chili bitters.

• Plunderer’s Punch: Kraken Black Spiced Rum, blackberry, vanilla and a hint of citrus. This drink is available in a souvenir pirate skull mug. (Limited to one per guest.)

There will also be a selection of wine and draft beer from which to choose. According to Disney, The Beak and Barrel will be home to exclusive draft beer, including Victory Brewing Co. Pirate’s Paradise Blonde Ale and Wicked Weed Brewing Berried Treasure Session Sour, along with bottled and canned lager and IPAs, like Modelo Especial Lager, Red Stripe Lager and Bell’s Two Hearted IPA.

Guests can also find wine by the glass options, including the Spice Route “Chakalaka” Red Blend, Quinta de Santiago Vinho Verde and the Viarae Prosecco. 

The Salty Seas mARRRgarita at Disney World’s new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern, The Beak and Barrel. (Courtesy: Disney)

The following food items will also be offered:

• Kraken’s Catch: A cold salad with octopus tentacles marinated in lemon and lime juice and paired with olives, bell peppers, avocado and piquillo pepper-almond foam.

• Cook’s Corn Griddle Cakes: A warm corn cake stuffed with melted cheese, lime sour cream and chili peppers topped with cotija cheese. Choose from two options: one with roasted corn and poblano peppers or one with chipotle-braised chicken.

• Island Provisions: Takes flair and flavors from the Caribbean and Central America regions. This shareable dish features plantain chips, blue corn tortillas and toasted flatbread served with savory dips.

Kraken’s Catch at Disney World’s new Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern, The Beak and Barrel. (Courtesy: Disney)

And the offerings don’t stop there — fans can also shop The Beak and Barrel merchandise, which includes a themed T-shirt and parrot shoulder plush. These items can be found at the neighboring store, Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar.