Can you order custom cocktails at UAE all-inclusive hotel bars, and is an alcohol upgrade worth it?

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TL;DR

Travelers report that bartenders at standard all-inclusive UAE hotels will often make requested or off-menu cocktails at no extra charge. An alcohol upgrade typically adds more cocktails and higher-tier spirits, but the basic package is often sufficient.

What the community said

At standard all-inclusive bars, you can ask for a cocktail that is not listed on the menu by naming it or describing the flavours you want. Travelers reported no separate charge for this.

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If you do not know cocktail names, ask the bartender to make something unusual and tasty. Reports describe staff as willing to suggest and prepare options.

A hotel alcohol upgrade is mainly useful if you want a broader cocktail list and higher-tier spirits.

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The basic all-inclusive package may be enough: one traveler found the standard cocktail and drink selection more than sufficient without upgrading.

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To avoid repeating the same menu cocktails, look up a few drink names in advance and ask the bartender to make your chosen option.