Tiki Tiki Spiced Mai Tai Cocktail with Fresh Citrus

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A classic Mai Tai cocktail with a Tiki twist, blending spiced rum, fresh lime and orange juices, orgeat syrup, and a hint of grenadine for vibrant island flavor. This American Fusion-inspired 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 American Fusion cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with 1 cup crushed ice. Add 2 oz aged dark rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz fresh orange juice, 1/2 oz orgeat syrup, 1/4 oz grenadine syrup, and 1/4 oz simple syrup.
  2. Step 2: Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels cold and frosty.
  3. Step 3: Fill a double old-fashioned glass with fresh crushed ice and strain the cocktail mixture into the glass.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with 1 sprig fresh mint, 1 lime wheel, and 1 maraschino cherry to evoke classic Tiki presentation.
  5. Step 5: Serve with a straw and enjoy immediately for a refreshing, island-inspired cocktail.

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