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Tiki Mai Tai

A refreshing tropical cocktail that combines rich rum flavors with bright citrus notes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Tiki
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 oz light rum
  • 1 oz dark rum
  • 1 oz orange curaçao
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 oz orgeat syrup
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • Mint leaves for garnish
  • Crushed ice for serving

Equipment

  • Shaker
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Strainer
  • Glassware (preferably a tiki mug or highball glass)
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Add the light rum, dark rum, orange curaçao, fresh lime juice, orgeat syrup, and simple syrup into your shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice to about three-quarters full.
  4. Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  5. Fill your glass with crushed ice.
  6. Using a strainer, pour the mixed cocktail over the ice in your glass.
  7. Add a few mint leaves on top for garnish.
  8. Serve your Tiki Mai Tai immediately.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor—bottled just doesn't cut it!