Walt Disney World has over 370 restaurants, ranging from Quick Service to Table Service…but there’s something that bring all the experiences together. Disney’s culinary professionals are tasked with the day-to-day challenge of staying ahead of the game in the ever-changing theme park dining industry.
One of the best examples is the category that I seem to find myself in – the “Non-Alcoholic Drinks”.
I did want to preface this list by saying that it’s not because I don’t enjoy alcoholic drinks, but more because of personal taste while touring at Walt Disney World.
THE DOLE WHIP
Let’s be honest – you knew this was going to be on my list! I’ve been so good on recent trips to limit my Dole Whip intake, but it’s on my Top 10 Things I can’t Wait To do Again article for a reason. The fact that it has such a fanatical underground following makes it even better!
Where can you find it?
- Aloha Isle @ The Magic Kingdom
- Pineapple Lanai @ Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
THE NIGHT BLOSSOM
Talk about an instagram-dream, the Night Blossom brings together bright vibrant colors with a taste that reminds folks about Skittles. Put those together, and you get a drink that is not only worth buying again and again (because we all have a desire to be loved on social media)…but it’s also a refreshing experience.
Now, there is a caveat to the hype. It’s really REALLY sweet! We found that splitting the drink was a better option.
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THE PB&J MILKSHAKE
This ain’t your ordinary shake! Ditch the strawberry, chocolate and vanilla…because we’re going back to elementary school with the mixing of Peanut Butter & Jelly! With growing popularity, this drink is now available at the Dolphin Resort, but we’ll always associate it with our favorite cafe of the stars!
Where can you find it?
- 50’s Prime Time Cafe @ Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- The Tune-In Lounge @ Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- The Fountain @ The Dolphin
LEFOU’S BREW
Disney’s answer to the Butterbeer fascination from Universal Studios Florida is probably one of the most decisive drink at the Magic Kingdom. People either really like it or they don’t. There’s really little overlap, but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t try it!
In fact, I think that it’s actually better before lunch than a late snack after dinner.
That’s due to the flavors, which matches frozen apple juice with a hint of toasted marshmellow and topped with a passion fruit / mango foam.
Where can you find it?
- Gaston’s Tavern @ Magic Kingdom
- Cozy Cone Motel @ Disney’s California Adventure (Rebranded as Red’s Apple Freeze)
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COCA COLA FLOAT TRAY
When you’re in Disney Springs, sometimes you just need to know where to start.
The Coca-Cola store has a pretty epic experience, where you can get a Float Tray with several flavors of soda with a scoop of vanilla ice cream in each little cup. Overall…you’re getting the best that the brand has to offer WITH ice cream and good times.
Where can you find it?
- Coca-Cola Store Orlando Rooftop Beverage Bar
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JUNGLE JUICE
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is all about the adventures, so when you think about a frozen drink…it’s gotta be good! The Jungle Juice is a favorite of folks of all ages because it brings orange, passionfruit and guava together in perfect harmony!
Where can you find it?
- Mahindi @ Disney’s Animal Kingdom (Africa)
- The Mara @ Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
FROZEN CAPPUCCINO
I need my caffeine, so when I walked into the Joffrey’s Cafe at Disney Springs…my eye was drawn to the menu with their variety of iced and frozen drinks. Then it hit me! I needed a little Frozen Cappuccino in my life:)
Along with the frozen fun, they also have a ton of iced and hot teas, spirited stuff and a number of specialty tea lattes.
Looking for more Joffrey’s locations? Check out their website here
Where can you find it?
- Joffrey’s @ Disney Springs
I hope that this list was helpful for you when you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World! Check out my other fun articles throughout the website!
