From world to world, traveling through each Epic Universe portal is more than just leaving the Dark Universe paths for the colorful Isle of Berk. The food and beverages add to the overall immersive experience. With the unique Coca-Cola Freestyle beverages available in the park, that unique flavor is a sip that will always be remembered.
The excitement about the recently opened Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe continues to grow. As people explore the food, beverages, and attractions, there are numerous hidden gems to celebrate.
Since Universal Orlando Resort's culinary team put such thought and care into every aspect of the menus, it makes sense that its partnership with Coca-Cola found a way to infuse that aspirational storytelling into the beverage offerings.
As many people know, the Coca-Coca Freestyle machine has been a way for people to express themselves. It is more than just the “Share the Coke” moment that connects people far and wide. The ability to customize the drink to create the desired flavor or combination drives people to enjoy another glass.
At Epic Universe, a few locations have specially created beverages that can be found in the Coca-Cola Freestyle machines. These locations are in Dark Universe, Isle of Berk, and Celestial Park. Each one is quite different. More importantly, the flavors pair well with the food offerings in each of these areas.
For example, the specialty Dark Universe beverage, which I personally enjoyed at Dak Steakhouse during interviews with the Universal Orlando Resort culinary team, has a sweeter, complex flavor. Without giving away the exact recipe, the flavor has notes of vanilla, cherry, and grape.
While the color captivates, the flavor works well with the hearty, meat forward dishes. Whether it is burgers, skewers, or even the visually compelling desserts, the beverage has enough versatility to compliment all those complex flavors.
In the Celestial Park area, specifically at Pizza Moon, the Celestial-themed Coca-Cola beverage is fruit forward. The orange colored soda has various citrus components. It is not just an Orange Fanta. There is an underlying note that lingers has people pondering that is next on the flavor journey.
This beverage is smart for pairing with the Pizza Moon offerings. For example, the bright, citrus flavors balance the rich, even unctuous notes of the pizza toppings. While the signature pizza dough is crisp yet tender, the soda makes for an out of this world pairing.
Lastly, the Isle of Berk specialty Coca-Cola Freestyle beverage is as boldly colored as the ambiance of that dragons that wander the land. Given that the Nordic style food feels warm and comforting, it needs a beverage that brings that zesty excitement. The green drink appeals to both young and old.
Could Epic Universe expand its Coca-Cola Freestyle specialty offerings. The simple answer is yes, but no one would speculate on the concept. Given that Universal Orlando Resort has leveraged its Coca-Cola partnership across its theme parks with many unique offerings and limited time offerings, it seems possible.
Ready to toast to food, beverages, and an amazing day at Epic Universe? Luckily, there are plenty of Coca-Cola Freestyle offerings to enjoy along the journey.