Mai Tai recipe : How to Craft the Ultimate Tiki Cocktail

Discover how to craft the ultimate Mai Tai, a tropical tiki classic packed with bold rum flavors, citrusy zest, and a hint of almond sweetness. Follow this easy step-by-step recipe to mix up the perfect island-inspired cocktail at home!

Mai Tai Ingredients

🏷️ Ingredient	⚖️ Measurement

🍹 Light Rum

30ml (1 oz)

🥃 Dark Rum

30ml (1 oz)

🍊 Orange Curaçao

15ml (½ oz)

🍋 Fresh Lime Juice

30ml (1 oz)

🌰 Orgeat Syrup

15ml (½ oz)

🍯 Simple Syrup

7.5ml (¼ oz)

🧊 Crushed Ice

As needed

🍊 Orange Slice

For garnish

🌿 Fresh Mint Sprig

For garnish

Mai Tai Directions

🔢 Step	📝 Instructions

1️⃣	Fill a shaker with ice 🧊 to chill the ingredients.

2️⃣	Pour light rum 🍹, orange curaçao 🍊, fresh lime juice 🍋, orgeat syrup 🌰, and simple syrup 🍯 into the shaker.

3️⃣	Shake well for 10-15 seconds until well chilled.

4️⃣	Fill a glass with crushed ice 🧊 and strain the mixture over it.

5️⃣	Gently float the dark rum 🥃 on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon.

6️⃣	Garnish with a fresh mint sprig 🌿 and an orange slice 🍊.

7️⃣	Serve with a straw and enjoy your perfect Mai Tai 🍹!

Mai Tai Prep & Serving Info

⏳ Prep Time	⏲️ Total Time	🍹 Servings

5 minutes

5 minutes

1 cocktail

Serve & Enjoy! 🍹

🎉 Final Step	📝 Instructions
✅ Serve & Enjoy! 🍹	Place a straw in the glass, give it a gentle stir, and savor your tropical Mai Tai! 🌴