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Ultimate Mai Tai

A refreshing tropical cocktail that perfectly balances the flavors of rum, citrus, and almond syrup.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 oz aged rum
  • 0.5 oz dark rum
  • 0.5 oz orange liqueur like Cointreau
  • 0.5 oz orgeat syrup
  • 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup
  • 1 oz crushed ice
  • Mint sprig for garnish
  • Slice of lime for garnish

Equipment

  • Shaker
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Strainer
  • Glass (preferably a tiki or rocks glass)
  • Spoon or stirrer

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and tools.
  2. Measure out the aged rum, dark rum, orange liqueur, orgeat syrup, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup using a jigger.
  3. Fill your shaker with crushed ice.
  4. Pour all measured ingredients into the shaker over the ice.
  5. Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  6. Using a strainer, pour the mixture into your prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
  7. Add a sprig of mint and a slice of lime for garnish.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Ultimate Mai Tai.

Notes

Experiment with different types of rum to find your perfect flavor combination.