Best Cocktails to Make onboard
We have a full bar on Gas Light and clients are welcome to pick the package that works best for them. From a No/host cash bar- meaning guests purchase their own drinks… to a hosted bar where the host pays a set rate for an open bar. The choice is yours. We can also find a solution somewhere in between.
What you can expect onboard Gas Light
Bar- We are fully licensed by the state of California. We have Beer, Wine and Cocktails available.
***No outside alcoholic beverages are allowed.
The beverage service is based on the type of service.
-Cash Bar prices: $7-$14
We take Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Paypal, Venmo
-Hosted Bar Service up to 3 hours: Beer, Wine, Liquor for $45 per person
- Run a tab and pay for drinks consumed at end of charter.
-Drink tickets- pre order a set amount of tickets at $10 each to hand out to your guests. This is a great way to buy the first round of drinks.
We are open to finding a custom solution for your group like a welcome aboard champagne toast or a hosted signature cocktail like Margaritas or rum punch. Share your vision with us and we will do our best to make it happen.
History of Sailors drinking!
All this talk of cocktails got us thinking: Throughout history what have sailors typically consumed beverages that were easy to store and transport on long voyages, and that could also help to prevent dehydration and scurvy. Here are some of the most popular drinks for sailors throughout history:
Water: Water was the most important drink for sailors, as it was essential for hydration and cooking. We offer a complimentary fruit infused water station aboard Gas Light.
Beer: Beer was a popular drink for sailors because it could be brewed on board and was more resistant to spoilage than other drinks. It also provided calories and some nutrients.
Some of the most popular breweries in San Francisco include:
Anchor Brewing Company: Founded in 1896, Anchor Brewing Company is one of the oldest breweries in the United States. They are known for their flagship beer, Anchor Steam, as well as their seasonal and limited edition beers.
21st Amendment Brewery: Located in San Francisco's SOMA district, 21st Amendment Brewery is known for their creative and flavorful beers, such as their Hell or High Watermelon wheat beer and their Brew Free! or Die IPA.
Fort Point Beer Company: Fort Point Beer Company is a San Francisco-based brewery that produces a range of beers, from their crisp and refreshing KSA kolsch to their bold and hoppy Westfalia red ale.
Magnolia Brewing Company: Magnolia Brewing Company is a local brewery with two locations in San Francisco. They offer a range of classic and modern beers, such as their Blue Bell Bitter and their Kalifornia Kolsch.
Laughing Monk Brewing: Laughing Monk Brewing is a newer brewery in San Francisco that specializes in Belgian-style beers and experimental brews. They are known for their unique flavor combinations and their commitment to sustainability.
These are just a few examples of the many breweries and beers available in San Francisco. Beer preferences can be subjective and vary depending on personal taste, so it's always best to try different beers and breweries to find what you like best.
Rum: Rum became popular with sailors during the 17th and 18th centuries. It was relatively cheap and had a high alcohol content, which made it a popular choice for long voyages.
The two most popular Rum drinks in our bar are:
Dark and Stormy: The Dark and Stormy is a cocktail that is made with dark rum and ginger beer. It is a spicy and refreshing drink that is perfect for a rainy day.
Rum and Coke: The Rum and Coke is a simple but classic drink that is made with rum and Coca-Cola. It is a popular drink for those who prefer a sweeter and less complex cocktail.
Grog: Grog was a mixture of water, rum, and citrus juice that was introduced by the British Navy in the 18th century. It was a way to make the rum more palatable and to prevent scurvy.
I am a big fan of Grog! This is in fact my drink of choice… I mix Club Soda, Pineapple juice and dark rum… If you ask me it tastes like vacation!
Tea: Tea was introduced to sailors by the British Navy in the 18th century as a way to prevent scurvy. It was also a way to make the water on board more palatable.
We also have a complimentary hot beverage station on both boats.
Coffee: Coffee was introduced to sailors in the 19th century as a way to help them stay awake during long watches. It also provided some nutrients and antioxidants.
Wine: Wine was not as common as beer and rum, but it was sometimes carried on board for special occasions or to trade with other cultures.
We ofer 2 whites and 2 reds onboard.
It's worth noting that the popularity of these drinks varied depending on the time period and the culture of the sailors. For example, Chinese sailors often drank tea and rice wine, while Viking sailors were known to drink mead.
Sea shanties are traditional work songs that were sung by sailors during long voyages to help keep them in rhythm while performing tasks such as hoisting sails or hauling cargo. Many sea shanties involve the consumption of alcohol, as it was a common way for sailors to relax and unwind after a long day of work. Here are some sea shanties that involve alcohol:
Drunken Sailor: "What shall we do with a drunken sailor?" is the opening line of this classic sea shanty, which tells the story of a sailor who has had a bit too much to drink.
The Leaving of Liverpool: This sea shanty is about a sailor who is leaving his home in Liverpool to go on a long voyage. The chorus includes the line "So fare thee well, my own true love, when I return united we will be, it's not the leaving of Liverpool that grieves me, but my darling when I think of thee."
Blow the Man Down: This sea shanty is about a sailor who gets into a drunken brawl in a tavern and ends up being shanghaied (forced to work on a ship).
Whiskey Johnny: This sea shanty tells the story of a sailor named Johnny who loves to drink whiskey. The chorus includes the line "Whiskey for my Johnny-o, whiskey for my John."
Rolling Down to Old Maui: This sea shanty is about a sailor who is looking forward to arriving in Maui and drinking some "real good whiskey."
It's worth noting that while many sea shanties involve alcohol, they also reflect the hardships and challenges that sailors faced while at sea. Sea shanties are an important part of maritime history and continue to be celebrated and performed today.
Here are the words to the traditional sea shanty "Drunken Sailor":
What shall we do with a drunken sailor? What shall we do with a drunken sailor? What shall we do with a drunken sailor? Early in the morning!
Chorus: Way hay and up she rises, Way hay and up she rises, Way hay and up she rises, Early in the morning!
Put him in the long boat 'til he's sober. Put him in the long boat 'til he's sober. Put him in the long boat 'til he's sober. Early in the morning!
(Chorus)
Put him in the scuppers with a hosepipe on him. Put him in the scuppers with a hosepipe on him. Put him in the scuppers with a hosepipe on him. Early in the morning!
(Chorus)
Give him a taste of the bosun's rope-end. Give him a taste of the bosun's rope-end. Give him a taste of the bosun's rope-end. Early in the morning!
(Chorus)
That's the traditional version of the song, but there are many variations and adaptations of the lyrics that have been created over the years.
Another famous yachting song:
"A Pirate's Life for Me" is a song from the Pirates of the Caribbean ride at Disneyland and other Disney theme parks. Here are the original lyrics:
Yo ho, yo ho, a pirate's life for me. We pillage, we plunder, we rifle, and loot, Drink up, me 'earties, yo ho. We kidnap and ravage and don't give a hoot, Drink up me 'earties, yo ho.
Yo ho, yo ho, a pirate's life for me. We extort, we pilfer, we filch, and sack, Drink up, me 'earties, yo ho. Maraud and embezzle, and even high-jack, Drink up, me 'earties, yo ho.
Yo ho, yo ho, a pirate's life for me. We kindle and char, inflame and ignite, Drink up, me 'earties, yo ho. We burn up the city, we're really a fright, Drink up, me 'earties, yo ho.
We're rascals, scoundrels, villains, and knaves, Drink up, me 'earties, yo ho. We're devils and black sheep, really bad eggs, Drink up, me 'earties, yo ho.
We're beggars and blighters, ne'er-do-well cads, Drink up, me 'earties, yo ho. Aye, but we're loved by our mommies and dads, Drink up, me 'earties, yo ho.
Yo ho, yo ho, a pirate's life for me.