Thandai Mai-tai Recipe
Make Thandai Mai-tai Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For Thandai Mix
For Mai-Tai Cocktail
Method
Prepare Thandai Mix
- 1
Soak Nuts
In a bowl, soak almonds, cashews, and pistachios in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 2
Grind Ingredients
Drain the soaked nuts and transfer them to a blender. Add fennel seeds, cardamom pods, black peppercorns, rose petals, and sugar.
- 3
Make Thandai Paste
Blend all the ingredients together until a smooth paste is formed. You may add a little water if necessary to achieve the desired consistency.
- 4
Store Thandai Mix
Transfer the Thandai mix to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Prepare Mai-Tai Cocktail
- 5
Mix Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine dark rum, light rum, orange curacao, orgeat syrup, fresh lime juice, and 2 tablespoons of prepared Thandai mix.
- 6
Shake Well
Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake well for about 15-20 seconds until chilled.
- 7
Serve
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with mint sprigs and a lime wedge.
- 8
Enjoy
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Thandai Mai-Tai!
