Citrus-Spiced Mai Tai Cocktail with Fresh Lime

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A classic tiki cocktail blending aged rum with fresh lime and orange juices, accented by almond orgeat and a hint of spice for tropical refreshment. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together aged dark rum, fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice 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

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a shaker with 1 cup crushed ice. Add 2 oz aged dark rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz fresh orange juice, 1/2 oz almond orgeat syrup, 1/2 oz orange curaçao, and 1/4 oz simple syrup.
  2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty and well chilled.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a double old-fashioned glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with 1 fresh mint sprig and 1 lime wheel, placing the mint lightly on top to release aroma. Serve immediately to enjoy the citrus-spiced tropical flavors.

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