Mai Tai (Classic 1944)
Cocktail Recipe
Description
A vibrant and refreshing cocktail with tropical flavors, balancing the sweetness of rum and the tartness of lime.
History
Created in the 1940s, the Mai Tai embodies the spirit of tiki culture, celebrated for its rich flavors and exotic appeal.
Instructions
Step 1.
- In a shaker, combine light rum, dark rum, orange liqueur, orgeat syrup, and fresh lime juice over ice.
Step 2.
- Shake well until chilled.
Step 3.
- Strain into a double old fashioned glass filled with crushed ice.
Step 4.
- Float dark rum on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon.
Step 5.
- Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wheel.
Ingredients
1.5 oz Light rum
0.5 oz Dark rum
0.5 oz Orange liqueur (such as Curacao)
0.5 oz Orgeat syrup
0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
1 item Fresh mint sprig (garnish)
1 item Lime Wheel (garnish)
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