Best 7 Modern Mai Tai Recipes

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The modern Mai Tai is a tropical cocktail that is sure to transport you to a beachside paradise. This updated version of the classic Mai Tai features a blend of fresh citrus juices, tropical fruits, and premium spirits. Whether you're looking to impress your friends at a party or simply enjoy a delicious and refreshing drink at home, the modern Mai Tai is the perfect choice.

Let's cook with our recipes!

THE ORIGINAL MAI TAI



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Here's how to make the original Mai Tai recipe! Gather the ingredients for this tropical rum drink that's as complex as it is fruity.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Drink

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 ounces (3 tablespoons) aged rum
1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) orange liqueur: Curaçao, Cointreau or Grand Marnier
3/4 ounce (1 1/2 tablespoons) lime juice
1 ounce (2 tablespoons) orgeat syrup
1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) dark rum
For the garnish: Fresh mint, cocktail cherry, pineapple slice, lime wedge

Steps:

  • Place the aged rum, orange liqueur, lime juice, and orgeat syrup in a cocktail shaker. Add ice and shake until cold.
  • Strain the drink into an ice-filled glass. Top with the dark rum. Garnish with fresh mint, a lime wedge, cocktail cherry and pineapple slice.

MAI TAI



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Two flavors of rum combine with pineapple juice and orange juice to make a yummy, fruity drink.

Provided by Andrea

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Rum Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger spiced rum
½ (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger coconut-flavored rum
1 teaspoon grenadine syrup
3 fluid ounces pineapple juice
2 fluid ounces orange juice
1 cup ice cubes

Steps:

  • In a cocktail mixer full of ice, combine the spiced rum, coconut rum, grenadine, pineapple juice and orange juice. Shake vigorously and strain into glass full of ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 11.6 mg, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 22.6 mg, Sugar 17.7 g

MAI TAI



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The Mai Tai originated in California and was introduced to Hawaii in the 1940s, where orange and pineapple juices were added to create the Royal Hawaiian Mai Tai. This is Ree's favorite version of the famous drink.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 ounces light rum
3 ounces dark rum
2 ounces lime juice
2 ounces orange liqueur
2 ounces almond syrup (like for coffee)
4 ounces orange juice
5 ounces pineapple juice
1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice, plus a few cherries for garnish
4 small wedges fresh pineapple, for garnish
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the rums, lime juice, orange liqueur, almond syrup, orange juice and pineapple juice in a mason jar and secure the lid. Shake well. Fill 4 rocks glasses with ice and pour over the mixture.
  • Add a splash of cherry juice to each glass. Garnish with the cherries, wedges of fresh pineapple and mint leaves.

MAI TAI



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Treat yourself to a mai tai cocktail, with the flavours of rum and orange curacao. This recipe serves one, but it's easily multiplied for a party

Provided by Miriam Nice

Categories     Drink

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

25ml golden rum
1 tbsp orange curacao
2 tsp orgeat syrup
25ml lime juice
2 tsp sugar syrup
ice cubes
crushed ice
25ml dark rum
wedge of pineapple, a lime wheel or a cocktail cherry (or all three!)

Steps:

  • Pour the golden rum, curacao, orgeat, lime juice and sugar syrup into a cocktail shaker with a handful of ice cubes. Shake until the outside of the shaker feels really cold.
  • Fill a tumbler with crushed ice then strain the cocktail over it. Slowly pour the dark rum over the top so it stains the top of the drink a rusty gold.
  • Garnish with fruit like pineapple, lime and cocktail cherries if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 28 grams sugar, Protein 0.1 grams protein, Sodium 0.01 milligram of sodium

MAI TAI



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An easy Mai Tai cocktail recipe

Categories     Fruit Juice     Rum     Alcoholic     Orange     Almond     Gourmet     Drink

Yield Makes 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 oz (2 tablespoons) dark rum
1 oz (2 tablespoons) amber rum
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1/2 oz (1 tablespoon) Cointreau or triple sec
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon orgeat syrup* or 1 drop pure almond extract
1 teaspoon superfine granulated sugar
Dash of grenadine
Garnish: an orange slice

Steps:

  • Shake all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with 1 cup ice cubes, then strain into a glass filled with ice cubes.
  • *Available at Fortunes Coffee Roastery Inc. (888-327-5282).

THE BEST MAI TAI



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Make and share this The Best Mai Tai recipe from Food.com.

Provided by petlover

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 ounces dark rum
3/4 ounce light rum
1/2 ounce Grand Marnier
1/2 ounce simple syrup
one lemon, juiced
one lime, juiced
1 orange, juiced
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1/2 teaspoon grenadine

Steps:

  • mix it all together and shake over ice
  • strain into tall iced filled glass.
  • serve with citrus wedges.

THE PERFECT MAI TAI



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The perfect Spring or Summer drink. Tried and tested for over 12 years now. and always a crowd favorite! This recipe yields one gallon!! Use a 1 gallon sun tea jar for serving!

Provided by 7MICK

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Rum Drinks Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups light rum
1 cup dark rum
1 cup 151 proof rum
1 cup orange curacao (orange flavored liqueur)
1 cup almond flavored syrup
1 cup simple syrup
10 limes, juiced
½ gallon fresh orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large jar or drink cooler, combine the light rum, dark rum, 151 rum, orange liqueur, almond syrup, simple syrup, and lime juice. Stir and top off with orange juice. Do not use grenadine if you want the true Mai Tai! Serve in 8 to 12 ounce glasses with ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 4.3 mg, Sugar 13 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your Mai Tai will taste. This is especially true for the citrus fruits and pineapple juice.
  • Choose a good quality rum: The rum is the main ingredient in a Mai Tai, so it's important to choose one that you enjoy the taste of. A good quality dark rum or amber rum will work well.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make a Mai Tai, so feel free to experiment with the ingredients and proportions until you find a recipe that you love.
  • Garnish your Mai Tai: A garnish can add a touch of elegance and flavor to your Mai Tai. Some popular garnishes include pineapple wedges, maraschino cherries, and mint sprigs.

Conclusion:

The Mai Tai is a classic cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet, sour, and refreshing flavor, it's sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a tropical drink to enjoy, give the Mai Tai a try.

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