Tropical Sunset Mai Tai

A tropical sunset mai tai is a classic 60s cocktail with a twist, blending the flavors of lime, rums, and homemade orgeat syrup. The combination of Jamaican rum, Demerara rum, overproof rum, curaçao, and orgeat creates a strong and flavorful drink with a hint of sweetness and a dash of bitters for balance. Garnished with fresh mint leaves and a lime slice, it's the perfect cocktail to transport you to a beach paradise.

Tropical Sunset Mai Tai

A strong and flavorful tropical cocktail featuring lime, three types of rum, homemade orgeat syrup, curaçao, and a dash of bitters, garnished with fresh mint and lime.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 oz Lime Juice
  • 1 oz Jamaican Rum
  • 1 oz Demerara Rum
  • 1/4 oz Overproof Rum
  • 3/4 oz Orgeat
  • 1/2 oz Curaçao
  • Dash of Angostura bitters
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Lime slice for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a shaker with ice, combine lime juice, Jamaican rum, Demerara rum, overproof rum, orgeat, curaçao, and a dash of bitters.
  2. Shake the mixture until well chilled.
  3. Fill a glass with crushed ice.
  4. Strain the cocktail into the glass.
  5. Top it with a dash of bitters, garnish with fresh mint leaves and a lime slice.