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Mai Tai
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz white rum
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz orgeat syrup
- 1/2 oz dark rum
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 1 sprig of mint
- 1 slice of pineapple
- 1 maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Fill a shaker with 1 1/2 oz of white rum, 1/2 oz of orange liqueur, 1/2 oz of lime juice, and 1/2 oz of orgeat syrup.
- Add 1 cup of crushed ice to the shaker.
- Shake the ingredients well until the outside of the shaker becomes frosty.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with crushed ice.
- Float 1/2 oz of dark rum on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint, a slice of pineapple, and a maraschino cherry.
- Serve and enjoy!
The Mai Tai is a classic tropical cocktail with a rich history. Created in the 1940s by Victor J. "Trader Vic" Bergeron, it is said to have been inspired by the flavors of Polynesia. This iconic drink gained popularity at Trader Vic's restaurant in Oakland, California, and has since become a staple in tiki bars worldwide. The key to a perfect Mai Tai lies in the balance of rum, orgeat syrup, orange curaçao, and fresh lime juice. For the best Mai Tai experience, visit tiki bars in Hawaii, where the drink is often served with a colorful umbrella and a slice of pineapple, transporting you to a tropical paradise with every sip.
5 min
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250 calories
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