Jul 14 2026

Mai Tai Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Mai Tai Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Mai Tai Ingredients

Method

Mai Tai Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cocktail Shaker

    Gather all the ingredients and a cocktail shaker.

  2. 2

    Add Ice

    Fill the cocktail shaker with ice cubes.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Pour 1.5 oz of white rum, 0.5 oz of dark rum, 0.5 oz of orange curacao, 0.5 oz of orgeat syrup, 1 oz of fresh lime juice, and 0.25 oz of simple syrup into the shaker.

  4. 4

    Shake the Cocktail

    Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well mixed and chilled.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Glass

    Fill a glass with fresh ice cubes to chill it for serving.

  6. 6

    Strain and Serve

    Strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass filled with ice.

  7. 7

    Garnish

    Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of mint. Add the mint leaves into the drink for extra flavor.

  8. 8

    Enjoy

    Serve immediately and enjoy your Mai Tai!

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