Minty Overproof Mai Tai

A classic Mai Tai cocktail with a twist of homemade orgeat syrup. This strong and flavorful drink combines the tangy flavors of lime juice, the richness of three different rums, the sweetness of orgeat, and the vibrant orange notes of Curaçao, garnished with fresh mint and a lime slice. It's a refreshing and potent tropical cocktail that's perfect for sipping on a warm day.

Minty Overproof Mai Tai

A classic Mai Tai cocktail with a homemade orgeat syrup twist, combining lime juice, three rums, orgeat, Curaçao, and a dash of bitters for a flavorful and refreshing tropical drink.

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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 Homemade Orgeat Syrup
  • 1/2 oz Curaçao
  • Dash of Angostura bitters
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Lime slice for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, combine lime juice, Jamaican rum, Demerara rum, overproof rum, homemade orgeat syrup, Curaçao, and a dash of bitters with ice.
  2. Shake the mixture until well chilled.
  3. Fill a glass with crushed ice.
  4. Strain the shaken cocktail into the glass.
  5. Top with a dash more of bitters, garnish with fresh mint leaves, and add a lime slice for an extra pop of flavor.