Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow – EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

Visitors eagerly line up at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, where a sign heralds the enticing "Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow.

Debuting in 2024, Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow celebrates EPCOT… in cookie form. “Pair an EPCOT-inspired gingerbread cookie with hot cocoa or a seasonal shake.” The 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays takes place November 29 – December 30, 2024.

Menu for Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

The "Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow" menu sign, set against lush greenery and a striking dome, showcases an array of innovative beverage and snack options.

Food:

  • 🆕 Spaceship Earth Tile Gingerbread Triangle – $10.00

Beverages:

  • Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee (Non-Alcoholic) – $4.00
  • Gingerbread Milk Shake (Non-Alcoholic) – $4.75
  • Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. Gingerbread White Stout, Orlando, FL (6.0% ABV) – $12.00
  • 81Bay Brewing Co. Gingerbread Coffee Porter, Tampa, FL (6.0%) – $12.00
  • Gingerbread Milk Shake with Whipped Cream Vodka – $12.00

The the Gingerbread Milk Shake was seen at Refreshment Port in 2023, while the Gingerbread White Stout appeared at Refreshment Outpost the same year.

Photos of Menu Items from Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays

*NEW* Spaceship Earth Tile Gingerbread Triangle – $10.00

A hand holds a chocolate-dipped triangular cookie with white icing, capturing the sweet essence of the Holiday Cookie Stroll against a backdrop of a spherical architectural structure and cloudy sky.
Spaceship Earth Tile Gingerbread Triangle – $10.00
A hand holds a chocolate-dipped cookie topped with white icing, capturing the essence of a Holiday Cookie Stroll. In the background, a geodesic dome peers through lush trees, framing this festive moment.
Spaceship Earth Tile Gingerbread Triangle – $10.00
A hand with painted nails holds a large piece of chocolate in front of a geometric building facade, evoking the sweet anticipation of a Holiday Cookie Stroll.
Spaceship Earth Tile Gingerbread Triangle – $10.00

This is worse than we expected. The chocolate on the bottom is of good quality, but our gingerbread tile was stale. Sure this is cute, but not for $10. We’d suggest you skip this, it’s not worth it.

Rating out of 7: 1

Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee (Non-Alcoholic) – $4.00

Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s Coffee (Non-Alcoholic) – $4.00 (Photo from 2019)

This is your standard Disney hot cocoa, similar to what you’d get at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Good for a chilly night, but there are far more interesting options in the festival food and beverage lineup.

Rating out of 7: 3

Gingerbread Milk Shake (Non-Alcoholic) – $4.75

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Gingerbread Milk Shake (Non-Alcoholic) – $4.75 (Photo from 2021)

This has a potent flavor of gingerbread throughout. It’s very creamy and also nutmeg heavy. That said, we’re not sure we would recommend it.

Rating out of 7: 5

Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. Gingerbread White Stout, Orlando, FL (6.0% ABV) – $12.00

From Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co.: “This holiday creation is a ‘white stout,’ a unique and delightful style that plays with expectations. A stout is traditionally known for its dark, rich flavors, but we’ve turned that on its head. [This] is a pale, creamy concoction that delivers the comforting taste of gingerbread cookies. With each pour, you’ll encounter a burst of holiday flavors. [This beer] offers the sweetness of molasses, the warmth of ginger, and a hint of vanilla. These elements blend together seamlessly, creating a taste that mimics the joy of biting into a freshly baked gingerbread cookie.”

81Bay Brewing Co. Gingerbread Coffee Porter, Tampa, FL (6.0%) – $12.00

From correspondence with 81Bay Brewing Co., this is “a rich porter flavored with gingerbread spice mix (ginger, allspice, and brown sugar) and lightly treated with Guatemalan coffee for a spicy and sweet treat.”

Gingerbread Milk Shake with Whipped Cream Vodka – $12.00

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Gingerbread Milk Shake with Whipped Cream Vodka – $12.00 (Photo from 2021)

We were fans of the non-alcoholic version of the shake, but the addition of the whipped cream vodka brings this to another level. If you’re able to order the alcoholic version, we recommend it out of the two.

Rating out of 7: 6

Location of Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

Experimental Prototype Cookies of Tomorrow is located at CommuniCore Plaza. You can find it at number 30 on the map below.

Map of a theme park with various colored sections labeled 1-58, featuring the Shi Wasu Holiday Kitchen. A water body with a globe icon rests at its center, adding an international flare to the festive attraction.

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