If you’re craving that vacation-in-a-glass vibe, the Mai Tai is your perfect pour. This classic tiki cocktail blends light and dark rum with zesty lime juice, sweet orange curaçao, and nutty orgeat syrup. It’s layered, refreshing, and loaded with tropical flavor—ideal for backyard luaus, BBQs, or any sunny afternoon.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz light rum
• 1 oz dark rum
• 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
• 1/2 oz orange curaçao
• 1/2 oz orgeat syrup
• Crushed ice
• Mint sprig, lime wheel, and cherry (for garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Shake It Up – In a shaker filled with crushed ice, combine light rum, lime juice, orange curaçao, and orgeat syrup. Shake well.
2. Strain and Float – Strain into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice. Gently float the dark rum on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon.
3. Garnish – Top with a sprig of fresh mint, a lime wheel, and a cherry.
4. Serve and Sip – Serve immediately and enjoy your tropical escape!

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Tips:

• Use high-quality orgeat syrup for the best almond flavor.
• Garnish with a small umbrella for fun tiki presentation.
• Adjust lime juice to your taste if you prefer a more tart cocktail.