Disney World unveils Pirates of the Caribbean tavern name and details

Disney World has announced the name of the new Pirates of the Caribbean tavern under construction in the Magic Kingdom and its backstory.

The Beak and Barrel is scheduled to open later this year in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom.

According to the backstory, the pirate pub was established by the legendary pirate rumrunner, Captain Meridian “Merry’ Goldwyn, and her talkative first mate, Rummy.  Rummy serves as the tavern’s quartermaster keeping an eye on the place from his roost high atop the bar, sharing tales of piracy and leading the bar in a toast or two.

And, yes, for those in the know, Rummy does look like the original Barker Bird that previously stood at the entrance to the Pirates of the Caribbean, but flew off – maybe to Animal Kingdom? – a while ago.

The largest and central space at The Beak and Barrel is called “The Mess” and was once the mess hall for Spanish soldiers. Long tables span the room, allowing for a shared communal space with an imposing anchor covered in candles and dripping wax hangs high above.   

A large bar anchors one side of the room, cobbled together from salvaged portions of a cursed shipwreck. At its center, the skull-shaped stern holds an impressive collection of grogs and brew. Guests may also spot the Enchanted Rum Bottle, which was gifted to Merry by the enchantress Tia Dalma and seemingly serves as the source of the tavern’s specialty brews, or Rummy hobbling along the bar’s ledge, greeting the patrons and keeping a close eye on the crew while Merry is away.  

Inside is the Captains’ Quarters, which was once the living quarters of the Spanish Comandante. However, the fine artwork and drapery hasn’t escaped slashing blades or burn marks over the years by rambunctious pirates, and in some places, faded spots on the wall are all that remains of now plundered portraits.   

Above the fireplace are mounted five miniature ships in glass bottles, rumored to represent pirates from every corner of the world banding together to defeat tyranny. Keep a weathered eye out, as these mysterious bottles have been known to come alive and engage in a fearsome battle.