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.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

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)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.

Step 2

Add aged rum, dark rum, orange curaçao, orgeat syrup, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.

Step 3

Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.

Step 4

Fill a rocks glass with crushed ice.

Step 5

Strain the shaken cocktail over the crushed ice, allowing the vibrant colors and flavors to shine.

Step 6

Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wheel for a tropical flair.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Classic Mai Tai!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	364.1 grams (364.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	234

Total Fat 0.00g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.90g	8%
Dietary Fiber 0.20g	1%
Total Sugars 18.30g
Protein 0.10g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 14mg	1%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 39mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.0%

Protein: 0.5%

Carbs: 99.5%