SANTA CLARITA, Calif.,
Sept. 15, 2014 /PRNewswire/
-- Princess Cruises is pouring a new craft beer to toast its
upcoming 50th anniversary. The "Seawitch" West Coast IPA
beer – playfully named for the company's iconic logo – was
developed exclusively for Princess Cruises, in partnership with
award-winning Strike Brewing Company, and is the first in the
line's new series of craft beers. The brew will be introduced
aboard Regal Princess when the cruise ship debuts in
Florida for a season of Caribbean
cruises this November.
"We know our guests love distinct experiences and authentic
flavors so we're excited to debut a new craft beer series with this
special 50th anniversary blend aboard our newest ship,"
said Jonathan Wilson, Princess
Cruises vice president of food and beverage services. "The Seawitch
West Coast IPA not only commemorates our milestone anniversary, but
is also meant to inspire our guests to celebrate their sea journeys
with Princess."
Strike Brewing Company, located near San Francisco - one of Princess Cruises' home
ports – is an award-winning microbrewery well known to fans of
local craft beer. The Seawitch West Coast IPA (India Pale Ale) features the balanced aroma of
lightly roasted malt and barley which is strongly accented by the
crisp dry flavor of a unique hop blend.
The Seawitch West Coast IPA will retail for $6.25 and be available in bars and lounges
throughout Regal Princess. It is expected to be available
fleetwide by early 2015.
The cruise line will roll out additional Seawitch craft beers in
partnerships with regional breweries that specialize in local
flavors and represent some of the cruise destinations Princess
ships visit.
Princess Cruises will officially kick off its 50th anniversary
year with the naming ceremony of Regal Princess on
Nov. 5 in Ft. Lauderdale. The company is honoring the
role the The Love Boat played in its five-decades-long
history by having the original Love Boat cast members serve as
godparents for its newest cruise ship.
More information about the 50th anniversary and new
Regal Princess cruise ship can be found at
http://www.princess.com.
About Princess Cruises:
One of the best-known names in cruising, Princess Cruises is a
global cruise and tour company operating a fleet of 18 modern ships
renowned for their innovative design and wide array of choices in
dining, entertainment and amenities, all provided in an environment
of exceptional customer service. A recognized leader in worldwide
cruising, Princess carries 1.7 million guests each year to
destinations around the globe ranging in length from three to 111
days. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc
(NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).
Newsroom:
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SOURCE Princess Cruises