Mai Tai

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Mai Tai
45 min.
1
185kcal

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Indulge in a tropical escape with the refreshing Mai Tai, a classic cocktail that whispers of sun-kissed beaches and exotic adventures. This vibrant drink not only satisfies your taste buds but also aligns with a variety of dietary needs, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Whether you're crafting this delightful beverage for a summer gathering or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, its unique combination of flavors will transport you to a place of relaxation and bliss.

The Mai Tai showcases a harmonious blend of aged and silver rum, lending depth and complexity to each sip. The inclusion of fresh lime juice introduces a zesty brightness, while the orgeat syrup, made from almonds, offers a subtle sweetness that perfectly balances the drink’s acidity. With hints of orange from the Curaçao, this cocktail becomes a refined symphony that’s both refreshing and indulgent.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this drink invites you to shake things up and impress your friends with your mixology skills. Don’t forget the finishing touch—a sprig of mint that not only adds a pop of color but also a fragrant aroma that enhances the drinking experience. So grab your cocktail shaker and get ready to create a Mai Tai that is sure to be the highlight of any occasion!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 ounce juice of lime fresh
  • serving mint sprig for garnish
  • 0.5 ounce orgeat syrup (almond)
  • 0.5 ounce aged rum 
  • ounce gold rum 
  • 0.5 ounce premium triple sec 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Combine the silver or gold rum, lime juice, aged rum, orange liqueur, almond syrup, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Top with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh crushed ice. Float the Jamaican rum on top, if desired.
    2. Garnish with the mint sprig.
    3. Reprinted with permission from the publisher, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, from 101 Tropical Drinks by Kim Haasarud. Photography by Alexandra Grablewski. Copyright 2013.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories185kcal
    Protein2.72%
    Fat0.85%
    Carbs96.43%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    30
    Glycemic Load
    0
    Inflammation Score
    -2
    Nutrition Score
    0.89999999138324%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    0.77mg
    Hesperetin
    2.01mg
    Naringenin
    0.08mg
    Apigenin
    0.05mg
    Luteolin
    0.13mg
    Quercetin
    0.11mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:185.04kcal
    9.25%
    Fat:0.07g
    0.1%
    Saturated Fat:0.02g
    0.12%
    Carbohydrates:16.97g
    5.66%
    Net Carbohydrates:16.8g
    6.11%
    Sugar:13.36g
    14.84%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:12.36mg
    0.54%
    Alcohol:17.89g
    100%
    Alcohol %:24.34%
    100%
    Caffeine:3.69mg
    1.23%
    Protein:0.48g
    0.96%
    Vitamin C:6.7mg
    8.12%
    Calcium:15mg
    1.5%
    Manganese:0.03mg
    1.28%
    Copper:0.02mg
    1.18%
    Vitamin A:53.11IU
    1.06%
    Potassium:35.67mg
    1.02%
    Source:Epicurious