The Best Mai Tai
Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with "The Best Mai Tai," a vibrant and refreshing cocktail that balances bold, exotic flavors in every sip. Crafted with a base of rich aged rum, zesty fresh lime juice, and the sweet, nutty undertones of orgeat syrup, this classic drink gets an extra burst of citrusy allure from orange curaçao. Topped with a dramatic float of dark rum for added depth and finished with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wheel, this perfectly layered cocktail is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 5 minutes, this island-inspired beverage is the ultimate choice for tiki parties, backyard gatherings, or a simple escape to cocktail bliss. Sip, savor, and get a taste of the tropics in every refreshing glass of this iconic Mai Tai recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Aged rum
- 0.75 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz Orange curaçao
- 0.5 oz Orgeat syrup
- 0.25 oz Dark rum
- 1 cup Crushed ice
- 1 piece Fresh mint sprig (for garnish)
- 1 piece Lime wheel (for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a shaker with crushed ice.
Add aged rum, fresh lime juice, orange curaçao, and orgeat syrup to the shaker.
Shake well for about 15 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
Fill a rocks glass or Tiki mug with fresh crushed ice.
Strain the shaken cocktail over the crushed ice in the glass.
Float dark rum over the top by slowly pouring it over the back of a spoon, so it creates a layered effect.
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wheel for a tropical look.
Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy your perfect Mai Tai!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% 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 | 13.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 29 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.
