easy mai tai drink recipe

easy mai tai drink recipe

The Best easy mai tai drink recipe

I’ve been making this easy Mai Tai drink recipe for years, and it’s always a hit with my family. The combination of sweet and sour flavors is perfect for any occasion.

I love that it’s so easy to make, even my kids can help me mix the ingredients together. We’ve served it at family gatherings, potlucks, and even just on a lazy Sunday afternoon.

The best part is that it’s made with only a few ingredients, most of which you probably already have in your pantry. I like to use fresh lime juice for the best flavor, but bottled works in a pinch.

My husband is a big fan of the rum, but I prefer to use a combination of dark and light rum for a more complex flavor profile. This recipe has become a staple in our household, and I’m excited to share it with all of you.

Easy Mai Tai

Easy Mai Tai

4.8 from 507 votes

A simple and refreshing Mai Tai cocktail that captures the tropical flavors of rum, lime, and orange. This recipe uses common ingredients for a quick and delicious drink.

Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Resting Time0 mins
Total Time5 mins
Servings: 1Cuisine: InternationalCalories: 250 kcal

🥘Ingredients

For the Cocktail

2 ounces white rum
1 ounce dark rum
1 ounce fresh lime juice
1/2 ounce orange curacao
1/2 ounce orgeat syrup
1 cup crushed ice
Lime wheel and mint sprig for garnish

👨‍🍳Directions

1Fill a cocktail shaker with crushed ice.
2Pour in the white rum, fresh lime juice, orange curacao, and orgeat syrup.
3Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels very cold.
4Fill a highball glass with fresh crushed ice.
5Strain the shaken mixture into the glass.
6Gently float the dark rum on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon.
7Garnish with a lime wheel and a fresh mint sprig.
8Serve immediately and enjoy the tropical flavors.

🔧Equipment

Cocktail shaker
Jigger or measuring cup
Highball or rocks glass
Strainer

📊Nutrition Facts (per serving)

🔥Calories: 250 kcal🧈Total Fat: 0g💛Saturated Fat: 0g❤️Cholesterol: 0mg🧂Sodium: 10mg🌾Total Carbs: 20g🥦Dietary Fiber: 0g🍬Sugars: 18g🥩Protein: 0g

📝Notes

For a less sweet drink, reduce the orgeat syrup to 1/4 ounce. You can substitute the dark rum with an additional ounce of white rum.

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This easy mai tai drink recipe is always a good idea for any occasion because it is simple to make and tastes like a tropical vacation. It works well for family gatherings because you can adjust the alcohol level or make a non alcoholic version for kids.

The fresh citrus flavors make it refreshing without being too complicated. I recommend storing any leftover mix in a sealed container in the fridge for up to two days.

Just give it a good shake before serving again. For reheating, you do not need to reheat this drink, but you can add fresh ice and a lime wedge to refresh it.

Serve it in tall glasses with a mint sprig or a pineapple slice for a nice presentation. This recipe is a keeper for any home bartender.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Mai Tai

Q1: What is the origin of the Mai Tai drink?

The Mai Tai is believed to have originated in the 1940s at Don the Beachcomber’s restaurant in Los Angeles. It was created by Victor

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