Rum cocktail
Mai Tai Recipe
A practical bartender's reference for making a Mai Tai at home or behind the bar.
Ingredients
- 1 oz aged rum
- 1 oz dark or Jamaican rum
- 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz orange curaçao
- 1/2 oz orgeat
How to Make a Mai Tai
Shake with ice and pour over crushed or fresh ice.
Glass: Rocks glass
Garnish: Mint and lime
Bartending Tips
Measure each ingredient for consistency, use fresh citrus when the recipe calls for it, and chill the drink thoroughly before serving. Small adjustments can account for differences between brands and personal preference.
Cocktail recipes vary by bar, brand and tradition. This version is intended as a practical bartending reference. Please enjoy responsibly.