Citrus-Infused Tiki Mai Tai Cocktail

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

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A vibrant Mai Tai cocktail combining aged rum, fresh lime, and orange liqueur with a hint of almond and tropical flair. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together aged dark rum, fresh lime juice, orange curaçao for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz aged dark rum
1 oz fresh lime juice
1/2 oz orange curaçao
1/2 oz orgeat syrup
1/4 oz simple syrup
1 cup crushed ice
1 for garnish fresh mint sprig
1 for garnish lime wheel
1/2 oz dark rum float

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Instructions

Step 1: Fill a shaker with 1 cup crushed ice. Add 2 oz aged dark rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1/2 oz orange curaçao, 1/2 oz orgeat syrup, and 1/4 oz simple syrup.
Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and slightly frothy.
Step 3: Strain into a tiki mug or rocks glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
Step 4: Slowly pour 1/2 oz dark rum over the back of a spoon to float on top, adding aroma and depth.
Step 5: Garnish with 1 fresh mint sprig and 1 lime wheel for a classic tropical presentation.
Step 6: Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy the layered citrus and almond flavors.