Mai Tai Cocktail

Name: Mai Tai Cocktail
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 45 ml of white rum; 15 ml of rum (amber); 15 ml of juice lime; 30 ml of orange juice; 15 ml of orgeat syrup; 10 ml of orange liqueur; ice cubes; Slice of lime

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The Mai Tai is a strong cocktail made with rum, curaçao and orgeat syrup. 🍹 It is served over plenty of crushed ice and has a characteristic almond flavor.

Total time: 5 min
Prep: 5 min
Cook: –
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €3.00

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 8

servings

Estimated cost €3.00

Equipment

Shaker
Cocktail glasses
Spoon
Citrus juicer

Instructions

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Fill a cocktail glass with ice.

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In a shaker (or directly in the glass if you don't have a shaker), add the white rum, amber rum, fresh lime juice, orange juice, orgeat syrup and orange liqueur.

Shake vigorously for a few seconds if you are using a shaker, or stir the ingredients well in the cocktail glass with a bar spoon.

Pour the mixture over the ice in the glass.

Garnish with a lime slice and a cherry if you like.

Serve immediately and enjoy your tropical Mai Tai!

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

220kcal

Protein0 g0%
Carbs16 g100%
Fat0 g0%

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an even more exotic Mai Tai, add a dash of grenadine for a beautiful red color at the bottom of the glass 🍹. You can also garnish with a fresh mint leaf for a touch of freshness 🌿.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

Freezing significantly alters the flavor, texture and color of an alcoholic cocktail.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Not relevant for a cocktail. Making it to order is recommended for best quality.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Same day

Citrus juices can be squeezed the day before (keeps 24h in the fridge). The final cocktail should be made just before serving.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not relevant. The Mai Tai is a cocktail to be enjoyed cold, over ice.

Variations

Float a little dark rum on top of the glass as a finish.
Add a dash of pineapple juice for a fruitier version.
Alcohol-free version: replace the rums with pineapple and orange juice.

Mistakes to avoid

Using bottled lime juice: the flavor is flat. Squeeze it fresh.
Shaking too little: the cocktail isn't cold or mixed enough. Shake vigorously.
Skimping on ice: the cocktail warms up. Fill the glass well.

Frequently asked questions

What is orgeat syrup?

It is an almond-based syrup with a soft, slightly floral aroma. It gives the Mai Tai its characteristic almond flavor. You can find it in specialty food shops or in the syrup aisle, and it keeps for a long time.

Why use two rums in a Mai Tai?

White rum brings freshness and character, while amber rum adds roundness and caramel notes. Blending them gives the cocktail more depth than a single rum. Stick to the proportions in the recipe.

Can you make a Mai Tai without a shaker?

Yes, you can mix the ingredients directly in the glass, filled with ice, using a bar spoon. Stir well to chill and blend the cocktail before garnishing with lime.

Which orange liqueur should you use?

An orange liqueur such as curaçao or triple sec. It adds a bittersweet citrus note. Measure it at 10 ml, as in the recipe, so it complements the orange juice without overpowering the rum and orgeat.