Mai Tais
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this Classic Mai Tai recipe, a timeless tiki cocktail brimming with bold, exotic flavors. Crafted with a harmonious blend of aged rum, dark rum, orange curaçao, and the nutty sweetness of orgeat syrup, this cocktail is elevated by a splash of freshly squeezed lime juice and a touch of simple syrup. Shaken to perfection and served over a bed of crushed ice, the Mai Tai is garnished with a fragrant mint sprig and a vibrant lime wheel for the ultimate island-inspired presentation. Ready in just five minutes, this iconic drink delivers a smooth, refreshing sip that’s equal parts sophisticated and refreshing—perfect for summertime entertaining or any moment that calls for an instant tropical getaway.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Aged rum
- 0.5 oz Dark rum
- 0.5 oz Orange curaçao
- 0.5 oz Orgeat syrup (almond syrup)
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 oz Simple syrup
- 1 cup Crushed ice
- 1 sprig Mint sprig (for garnish)
- 1 wheel Lime wheel (for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
Add aged rum, dark rum, orange curaçao, orgeat syrup, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
Fill a rocks glass with crushed ice.
Strain the shaken cocktail over the crushed ice, allowing the vibrant colors and flavors to shine.
Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wheel for a tropical flair.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Classic Mai Tai!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
234 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 39 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
