Mai Tai
Rum · Shake · Old Fashioned Glass
Mai Tai Recipe
Mai Tai is a classic rum cocktail made with Aged Rum, White Rum, Cointreau, Orgeat Syrup. Learn how to make this shake cocktail with its ingredients, glass, garnish, flavor profile, and history.
The Mai Tai is the flagship of Tiki culture. The nutty aroma of orgeat syrup intertwines with complex layers of rum to create a taste of tropical paradise. Elaborate garnishes add a sense of ritual to the experience.
Ingredients
- Aged Rum 30ml
- White Rum 30ml
- Cointreau 15ml
- Orgeat Syrup 15ml
- Fresh Lime Juice 25ml
Garnish: Mint Sprig, Lime Shell, Edible Flower
Flavor: Sweet Citrus Tropical Nutty
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ingredients in a Mai Tai?
Mai Tai is made with 30ml Aged Rum, 30ml White Rum, 15ml Cointreau, 15ml Orgeat Syrup, 25ml Fresh Lime Juice. It is garnished with mint sprig, lime shell, edible flower.
How do you make a Mai Tai?
Make a Mai Tai using the shake technique and serve it in a Old Fashioned Glass, garnished with mint sprig, lime shell, edible flower.
What spirit is a Mai Tai made with?
Mai Tai is a rum-based cocktail with a strong strength.
What does a Mai Tai taste like?
Orgeat syrup and dual rums build a rich, tropical Tiki layer. Key flavors: sweet, citrus, tropical, nutty.