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Mai Tai Cocktail Recipe

Discover how to make the perfect Mai Tai cocktail with our easy-to-follow recipe. This classic tropical drink blends rum, orange curaçao, fresh lime juice, and orgeat syrup for a refreshing taste of the islands. Perfect for summer gatherings or a relaxing evening at home, our Mai Tai recipe includes tips for variations and creative garnishes. Visit Satisfy Your Cravings for step-by-step instructions and elevate your cocktail game today!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Servings 1
Calories 260 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker: To mix and chill the ingredients.
  • Jigger: For accurately measuring the ingredients.
  • Strainer: To strain the cocktail into your glass after shaking.
  • Spoon: To float the dark rum on top.
  • Glassware: A double old-fashioned glass or any short, wide glass is ideal for serving.
  • Citrus Juicer: (Optional) For squeezing fresh lime juice.
  • Ice: For chilling the cocktail in the shaker and serving it in the glass.

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Oz White rum
  • 1 Oz Dark rum (preferably aged)
  • 1/2 Oz Orange curaçao
  • 1/2 Oz Fresh lime juice (about one lime)
  • 1/2 Oz Orgeat syrup (almond syrup)
  • 1/4 Oz Simple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
  • Garnish: Lime wheel, mint spring, and maraschino cherry

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the glass:
    Start by selecting a short, wide glass (a double old-fashioned glass works perfectly). Fill the glass with ice to chill while you mix the cocktail.
  • Mix the ingredients:
    In a cocktail shaker, combine the white rum, orange curaçao, fresh lime juice, orgeat syrup, and simple syrup. Add a handful of ice to the shaker.
  • Shake it up:
    Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds. You want the ingredients to mix well and chill thoroughly, but be careful not to over-dilute the drink.
  • Strain into the glass:
    Dump the ice from your glass, and strain the cocktail mixture into the chilled glass over fresh ice.
  • Add the dark rum:
    Slowly pour the dark rum over the back of a spoon held just above the drink's surface. This will allow the rum to float on top, creating a beautiful layered effect.
  • Garnish and serve:
    Garnish with a lime wheel, a sprig of mint, and a maraschino cherry. The mint sprig not only looks appealing but also adds a refreshing aroma as you sip.
  • Enjoy:
    Grab a straw, give the drink a little stir to mix in the dark rum, and take your first sip of this tropical delight.
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