Mai Tai Recipe
A classic cocktail with rum and tropical flavors.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Cocktail Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Fill a highball glass with crushed ice to chill while preparing the cocktail.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 cup of light rum, 1 cup of dark rum, 0.5 cups of orange curacao, 0.5 cups of orgeat syrup, 0.5 cups of fresh lime juice, and 1 tablespoon of simple syrup.
- 3
Shake the Cocktail
Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with crushed ice.
- 5
Garnish
Garnish with mint leaves, a lime wedge, and a pineapple slice for a tropical touch.
- 6
Enjoy
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Mai Tai!
