Mai Tai
Arguably the most famous of the tiki cocktails, but one of the most misunderstood. Though proportions may vary and different rums may be used, the traditional mai tai is generally agreed to be comprised simply of aged rum, orange liqueur, lime juice and orgeat—a traditional almond syrup.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ounce(s) aged rum
- 3/4 ounce(s) orgeat syrup
- 1/2 ounce(s) Paula’s Texas Orange
- 1/2 ounce(s) freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled double old-fashioned glass filled with crushed ice.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and an orchid (optional).
Notes
Photography by Jenna Northcutt
