How to Make a Mai Tai
ABV Technique Glass 용량
25.0% SHAKE ROCKS 180ml

The Mai Tai is the quintessential tiki cocktail, created in 1944 by Victor Bergeron at Trader Vic's in Oakland, California. Its name comes from the Tahitian phrase "maita'i roa ae," meaning "the best."

The deep flavors of white and dark rum perfectly harmonize with the sweet citrus of triple sec, the nutty almond taste of orgeat syrup, and the brightness of fresh lime.

Served in a rocks glass over crushed ice, garnished elaborately with mint sprigs and lime wheels. Its golden-orange hue evokes tropical sunsets on distant beaches.

Ingredients

White rum
Dark Rum
Triple Sec
Orgeat Syrup
Lime juice

Recipe

  1. Add white rum, dark rum, triple sec, orgeat syrup, and lime juice to a shaker.
  2. Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
  3. Strain into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice.
  4. Garnish with mint sprigs, lime wheel, and optionally a cherry.

Float the dark rum on top for deeper flavor and a beautiful gradient effect.