Star Princess Spellbound by Magic Castle Cocktail Menu & Prices
Spellbound by Magic Castle is one of the most unusual bar and entertainment experiences aboard Star Princess, combining live magic, theatrical storytelling and specialty cocktails inside an immersive speakeasy-style venue.
Created in partnership with Hollywood’s Magic Castle, the Star Princess version of Spellbound pays tribute to Richard Valentine Pitchford, better known as The Great Cardini. That connection runs directly through the cocktail menu, with drinks inspired by Cardini, his performances, Swan Walker and the golden age of magic.
The photographed Spellbound menu includes three distinct categories: the Signature Collection, more elaborate Theatrical Experiences and a theatrical cocktail experience designed for two.
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Spellbound by Magic Castle on Star Princess
Spellbound by Magic Castle is more than a traditional cruise ship bar.
The Star Princess version was designed around the golden age of magic and The Great Cardini, with themed spaces that include Cardini’s Bar, the Peacock Theater, the Inner Circle, a Ticket Booth and Backstage.
Magic and mixology are deliberately combined throughout the experience. Guests encounter magicians, close-up magic, themed environments and cocktails that are themselves designed to become part of the show.
The photographed beverage menu makes that concept especially clear. While the Signature Collection contains cocktails priced from $12 to $15, the Theatrical Experiences use specialty presentations and range from $22 to $24. There is also a $45 experience for two.
Spellbound Signature Collection
The Signature Collection contains seven cocktails inspired by the venue’s magical and theatrical theme.
A Ticket to a Bygone Era – $15
This cocktail is inspired by classic cinema and the golden age of Cardini’s legendary magic shows.
It combines:
• Butter-Washed Woodford Reserve
• Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey
• Nixta Licor de Elote
• Popcorn
The menu describes it as “butter popcorn in a glass,” making it one of the more unusual flavor combinations in the collection.
The Green Hour – $12
The Green Hour draws inspiration from the history and mystery surrounding absinthe.
Ingredients include:
• Tito’s Handmade Vodka
• Melon Liqueur
• Cucumber
• Basil Syrup
• St-Germain Liqueur
• Absinthe
• Pineapple
The result is a cocktail built around herbal, fruity and absinthe flavors.
The Inner Circle – $14
Named after one of Spellbound’s themed spaces, The Inner Circle is described as a cocktail that reveals its secrets gradually.
Ingredients include:
• Clarified Mel Vodka
• Cointreau
• Fresh Lemon Juice
• Jasmine Honey Syrup
• Orange Bitters
Iris “The Spirited Piano” – $14
This cocktail is inspired by the playful cousin to Isabella and Irma and is designed around a whimsical clarified vanilla vodka drink.
Ingredients include:
• Absolut Vanilia
• Fruit Loop Infused Milk
• Lemon
• Egg White
The menu identifies this cocktail as containing egg.
Cardini – $14
As its name suggests, this cocktail pays direct tribute to The Great Cardini.
The menu describes it as a butter-washed rum Old Fashioned, giving the classic cocktail a Spellbound interpretation.
Ingredients include:
• Butter-Washed Bacardi Spiced Rum
• Angostura Bitters
• Demerara Sugar
• Orange Bitters
The White Glove – $13
Cardini was famous for his elegant performance style and white gloves, and this cocktail is inspired by that signature detail.
Ingredients include:
• Beefeater Gin
• Cointreau
• Lime
• King’s Ginger Liqueur
• Egg White
The menu identifies The White Glove as containing egg.
Tuxedo – $14
Another tribute to Cardini’s instantly recognizable appearance, Tuxedo turns his formal attire into a cocktail.
Ingredients include:
• Pantaloones Reposado Tequila
• Illegal Mezcal
• Chambord
• Fresh Lime Juice
• Agave
• Charcoal
• Egg White
The menu identifies Tuxedo as containing egg.
Peacocks and Pitchfords – $12
This cocktail takes inspiration from the Peacock Theater and the Pitchford name.
Ingredients include:
• Malfy Rosa Gin
• Rhubarb Liqueur
• Elderflower Liqueur
• Fresh Lemon Juice
• Pink Grapefruit Tonic
At $12, it is tied with The Green Hour as the least expensive cocktail in the photographed Signature Collection.
Theatrical Experiences
The left side of the menu introduces three cocktails under a separate category called “Theatrical Experiences.”
These drinks are more expensive than the standard Signature Collection because presentation is a central part of the experience.
Rather than simply arriving in a glass, each has its own theatrical presentation tied to the Spellbound story.
The Opening Act – $24
The Opening Act is one of the most elaborate drinks on the menu.
It arrives in a custom box office-inspired drink holder designed as a miniature version of the Spellbound entrance.
According to the menu, the doors open and mist clears before revealing the cocktail inside.
The drink itself is a nut-forward whiskey cocktail topped with banana foam.
Ingredients include:
• Butter-Washed Sláinte Irish Whiskey
• Frangelico
• Licor 43
• Giffard Banana Liqueur
• Egg White
The menu identifies The Opening Act as containing egg.
At $24, it is tied with Swan Walker as the most expensive individual cocktail shown on the menu.
Swan Walker – $24
Swan Walker is a clarified strawberry vodka cocktail inspired by the woman who became Cardini’s wife and performance partner.
The menu describes a particularly theatrical presentation. The cocktail arrives in a classic Martini glass beneath delicately scented smoke and is presented with its own spotlights.
Ingredients include:
• Una Vodka
• Aperol
• Strawberry Purée
• Fresh Strawberries
• Condensed Milk
• Whole Milk
This is another drink where the presentation is clearly intended to be as important as the cocktail itself.
Top Hat and Tails – $22
Top Hat and Tails pays tribute to Cardini’s famous stage appearance.
The menu describes it as a Cherry Cola Bourbon cocktail presented beneath Cardini’s iconic top hat and surrounded by smoke.
Ingredients include:
• Woodford Reserve
• Giffard Rhubarb Liqueur
• Cherry Cola Syrup
At $22, it is slightly less expensive than The Opening Act and Swan Walker.
Swan and Cardini’s Last Dance – $45
The right side of the menu is devoted entirely to a “Theatrical Experience for Two.”
Swan and Cardini’s Last Dance costs $45 and is designed to be shared by two guests.
Rather than being simply another cocktail, the menu describes it as a tableside experience celebrating the romance between Cardini and Swan Walker.
Ingredients include:
• Rosemary & Pear-Infused Pantaloones Tequila
• Cointreau
• Rosemary Agave Syrup
• Lime
This is the highest-priced individual item on the photographed menu, but it is specifically designed for two people.
Star Princess Spellbound Cocktail Prices
For quick reference, the photographed menu lists the following prices:
Signature Collection
• A Ticket to a Bygone Era – $15
• The Green Hour – $12
• The Inner Circle – $14
• Iris “The Spirited Piano” – $14
• Cardini – $14
• The White Glove – $13
• Tuxedo – $14
• Peacocks and Pitchfords – $12
Theatrical Experiences
• The Opening Act – $24
• Swan Walker – $24
• Top Hat and Tails – $22
Theatrical Experience for Two
• Swan and Cardini’s Last Dance – $45
This puts the regular Signature Collection cocktails between $12 and $15, while the more elaborate theatrical presentations cost considerably more.
How Much Does Spellbound by Magic Castle Cost?
Spellbound itself currently carries a $45 per-person cover charge.
That admission includes one magic show and two signature cocktails. Princess currently schedules multiple magic shows during the evening, and reservations are strongly recommended.
The individual prices on the photographed menu are still useful because they show the listed value and pricing structure of the cocktails, particularly the premium Theatrical Experiences.
Passengers should check the terms of their own Spellbound reservation and current onboard menu to determine exactly what is included and whether a particular theatrical presentation carries an additional charge.
What Happens at Spellbound?
Spellbound is designed as an immersive entertainment experience rather than simply a place to order a drink.
On Star Princess, the experience includes several themed spaces.
Ticket Booth
The Ticket Booth serves as part of the transition into the Spellbound experience.
Cardini’s Bar
This is the cocktail-focused area where mixology and theatrical presentation come together.
Inner Circle
The Inner Circle combines music with close-up magic performed around guests.
Peacock Theater
The Peacock Theater hosts the featured magic show with performers connected to Hollywood’s Magic Castle.
Backstage
The Backstage area continues the illusion with memorabilia and references to performers and the history of magic.
Together, these areas create an experience that guests explore rather than a conventional bar where they simply sit down for a cocktail.
Who Was Cardini?
Richard Valentine Pitchford, known professionally as Cardini, was a celebrated magician whose act combined sleight-of-hand with an instantly recognizable stage persona.
His elegant tuxedo, top hat, white gloves and sophisticated character became integral parts of his performances.
That visual identity explains many of the references found throughout this Spellbound menu.
Cocktails such as Cardini, The White Glove and Tuxedo directly reference elements of his character, while Swan Walker and Swan and Cardini’s Last Dance draw on his relationship with Swan Walker.
The Star Princess version of Spellbound uses this history as the foundation for its broader theme.
Which Princess Ships Have Spellbound by Magic Castle?
Spellbound by Magic Castle is currently available aboard:
• Star Princess
• Sun Princess
The concept originally debuted aboard Sun Princess before an evolved version was introduced on Star Princess.
The Star Princess experience features the Cardini-inspired theme reflected in this photographed cocktail menu.
Because Princess notes that menu selections and experiences may vary by ship, passengers should not assume that every Spellbound menu will be identical.
Does Spellbound Serve Dinner?
The current Star Princess version of Spellbound does not include dinner as part of the experience.
Princess recommends dining before the reservation so guests can enjoy the Spellbound experience and magic show without interruption.
That makes Spellbound primarily an entertainment and cocktail experience rather than a specialty restaurant.
Are Spellbound Cocktails Included in the Cover Charge?
Princess currently states that the $45 Spellbound cover charge includes two signature cocktails and admission to one magic show.
However, this menu also includes higher-priced Theatrical Experiences such as The Opening Act, Swan Walker and Top Hat and Tails.
Because those drinks involve specialized presentations, guests should confirm onboard whether a particular theatrical drink is included as one of their cocktails or requires an additional charge.
Is There a Service Charge?
The photographed menu states that a 20% service charge will be added to the check.
Princess also notes that beverage packages may not be shared or transferred and that limitations and restrictions may apply.
Does the Menu Identify Drinks Containing Egg?
Yes.
The menu uses a symbol to identify cocktails containing egg.
Cocktails marked as containing egg on the photographed menu include:
• The Opening Act
• Iris “The Spirited Piano”
• The White Glove
• Tuxedo
Guests with food allergies or dietary restrictions should speak with the onboard team before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spellbound by Magic Castle on Star Princess?
Spellbound is an immersive magic and cocktail experience created by Princess Cruises in partnership with Hollywood’s Magic Castle. It combines themed rooms, magicians, live entertainment and theatrical cocktails.
How much does Spellbound cost on Star Princess?
Princess currently lists Spellbound at $45 per guest, including admission to one magic show and two signature cocktails.
How much are the cocktails at Spellbound?
The photographed Signature Collection cocktails range from $12 to $15. The theatrical cocktails cost between $22 and $24, while Swan and Cardini’s Last Dance for two is $45.
What is the most expensive individual Spellbound cocktail?
The Opening Act and Swan Walker are both priced at $24. Swan and Cardini’s Last Dance costs $45 but is designed as a theatrical experience for two.
What is the cheapest cocktail on the Spellbound menu?
The Green Hour and Peacocks and Pitchfords are both priced at $12.
What is The Opening Act?
The Opening Act is a $24 theatrical whiskey cocktail presented inside a custom box office-inspired holder designed to resemble the entrance to Spellbound.
What is Swan Walker?
Swan Walker is a $24 clarified strawberry vodka cocktail presented with scented smoke and theatrical lighting.
What is Swan and Cardini’s Last Dance?
It is a $45 tableside cocktail experience for two inspired by Cardini and Swan Walker.
Is Spellbound a restaurant?
The current Star Princess version is primarily a specialty cocktail lounge and immersive magic experience. Dinner is not included with the current experience.
Does Spellbound require reservations?
Reservations are strongly recommended.
Is Spellbound available on Sun Princess?
Yes. Spellbound by Magic Castle is available on both Sun Princess and Star Princess, although the experience and menu can vary by ship.
Is this specific cocktail menu from Star Princess?
The menu’s extensive references to Cardini correspond with the Cardini-themed version of Spellbound introduced aboard Star Princess.
Conclusion
The Star Princess Spellbound by Magic Castle cocktail menu is unlike a typical Princess Cruises bar menu. The drinks are designed around the story and atmosphere of the venue, with names, ingredients and presentations tied directly to Cardini, Swan Walker and the golden age of magic.
The Signature Collection offers cocktails from $12 to $15, including A Ticket to a Bygone Era, The Green Hour, The Inner Circle, Cardini and The White Glove. Guests looking for something more elaborate can choose theatrical cocktails such as The Opening Act, Swan Walker and Top Hat and Tails, priced from $22 to $24.
The $45 Swan and Cardini’s Last Dance takes the concept even further with a tableside experience specifically designed for two.
Combined with the Peacock Theater, Cardini’s Bar, close-up magic and the other themed spaces inside Spellbound, the menu demonstrates how Star Princess turns the simple act of ordering a cocktail into part of the entertainment itself.
