Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPoor Calvin'sMai Tai Recipe

Mai Tai Recipe

Inspired by Poor Calvin's
Time10m
Serves2

Classic rum cocktail with tropical flavors.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Base

Garnish

Method

Prepare the Cocktail

  1. 1

    Mixing the Base

    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, and 0.5 cups of fresh lime juice. Fill the shaker with ice.

  2. 2

    Shake

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

  3. 3

    Strain

    Strain the mixture into a glass filled with crushed ice or ice cubes.

Garnish and Serve

  1. 4

    Add Garnishes

    Garnish the cocktail with fresh mint leaves, a lime wedge, and a slice of pineapple on the rim of the glass.

  2. 5

    Serve

    Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy your classic Mai Tai!

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