Mai Tai
Cocktail Recipe
Description
A refreshing tropical cocktail with layers of rum and citrus flavors, perfect for warm weather or a beach getaway.
History
The Mai Tai is believed to have originated in the 1940s in California, where it became a popular drink among tiki culture enthusiasts. Its unique combination of rums and fruit juices has made it a classic summer cocktail.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Fill a shaker with ice.
Step 2.
- Add 1.5 oz of white rum, 0.5 oz of dark rum, 0.5 oz of orange curaçao, 0.5 oz of orgeat syrup, and 1 oz of fresh lime juice.
Step 3.
- Shake well until chilled.
Step 4.
- Strain into a tiki mug filled with crushed ice.
Step 5.
- Pour 0.5 oz of dark rum over the top gently to create a layered effect.
Step 6.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wheel.
Ingredients
1.5 oz White rum — none
0.5 oz Dark rum — float on top
0.5 oz Orange Curaçao — none
0.5 oz Orgeat syrup — none
1 oz Fresh Lime Juice — none
1 piece Mint Sprig — garnish (garnish)
1 piece Lime Wheel — garnish (garnish)
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