The Mai Tai is a tropical cocktail that originated in California, but its taste transports you straight to the beaches of Polynesia. Created by Victor J. “Trader Vic” Bergeron in 1944, the Mai Tai became a symbol of Tiki culture. With its refreshing mix of rum, lime, and orange flavors, this cocktail is perfect for summer get-togethers or anytime you want to feel like you’re on vacation.
Mai Tai Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
4
minutesCalories
241
kcal
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Ingredients
45 ml 1 1/2 fl oz White rum
22.5 ml 3/4 fl oz Orange curaçao
22.5 ml 3/4 fl oz Fresh lime juice
22.5 ml 3/4 fl oz Orgeat syrup
15 ml 1/2 fl oz Dark rum
Crushed ice
Lime wheel
Mint sprig
Equipment
Cocktail Shaker- Jigger
- Strainer
- Double rocks glass
- Citrus press
Instructions
- Add the white rum, orange curaçao, lime juice, and orgeat syrup into a shaker filled with crushed ice.
- Shake lightly for about 15 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
- Pour the mixture, ice and all, into a double rocks glass.
- Slowly float the dark rum on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon to create a layered effect.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of mint.
