Mai Tai is a tropical-flavored rum cocktail. It was invented in 1944 by Trader Vic. The Matson Steamship Lines hired him to make Polynesian food, and also serve cocktails. When he made a drink, he added orgeat syrup, which was originally a sweetened almond flavored syrup.
Orgeat consists of orange flower water (sugar) and blanched almonds. This simple syrup is used to make many tropical cocktails, such as the Mai Tai. A good quality aged Rum is required to make a traditional Mai Tai. You can also make this drink with light rum, rhum agricole or another rum.
Mai Tai tastes best when served with crushed ice. The Mai Tai is best served in a double old-fashioned, 12 ounces, glass. The drink is traditionally garnished with fresh mint leaves and a lime peel. There are other garnishes that can be used. A maraschino cherry and pineapple are two other options.
Original Mai Tais were made with Jamaican rum that was 100 percent pot-still. Today, however, it is possible to make a fruitier version of this drink by using a Hawaiian-style Rum. Pineapple juice was added in the 1950s to the Mai Tai. A classic Mai Tai contains two types of rum. However, you can experiment with different rums to make a delicious cocktail.
You will need to have a quality aged rum and orgeat in order to make a Mai Tai. You can find orgeat at most liquor stores. A simple syrup can be used if you don’t have access to orgeat. Alternatively, you can try a substitute such as amaretto liqueur. Make sure you read the labels to avoid artificial flavors.
Next, add a few drops of orgeat along with the rum. Shake well for 20 seconds. Add the remaining ingredients to the shaker. Let the shaker sit for at least 3 hours. You can then store the sweet-sour mixture in the refrigerator for several weeks.
As you can see, making a Mai Tai is easy. Although it has the same flavor, it isn't quite as exotic cocktails. So if you're looking for a more fruity cocktail, you may want to try a Mai Tai Punch. An alternative is to add a little orange juice to the punch. And if you're lucky enough to have a tropical fruit, you can combine it with the orange liqueur.
The Mai Tai can be topped with dark rum. The dark liquor can be used to top the drink, or it can be added to the bar spoon. It is important to select a quality brand. Some people prefer Appleton Estate Extra Dark Jamaican Rum or Rhum Clement VSOP Martinique Rum.
The Mai Tai, a classic tropical rum cocktail, was created by Trader Vic. It is a tropical, fruity rum drink that has been remade numerous times over the years. The original recipe of Trader Vic is simple, but you have many other options.
FAQ
What are the most common drinks that bartenders need to know?
A bartender's most important skill is the ability to make perfect cocktails. It's more than just mixing ingredients. It is not enough to know the purpose of each ingredient and why you chose it. A great bartender knows all of this and uses his/her knowledge to create an amazing drink.
Why is a cocktail sometimes called "a martini?"
In the early 1900s, when Americans drank more alcoholic beverages, they often called any drink containing alcohol a "martini." The term came to be associated with a certain type of martini: one made with dry vermouth and not sweet vermouth.
What can we do when someone orders a "dirty” Martini?
A dirty martini can be a martini topped with extra olives.
Why is a martini delicious?
A martini can be described as the ultimate cocktail. This drink is the easiest, but it has the best flavor. It's equal parts gin- and vermouth.
Gin is made from fermented Juniper berries. It is refreshingly smooth. Vermouth is a fortified wine that contains herbs such as wormwood or gentian. These two liquids combine to create a delicious mixture of sweet flavors and sour tastes.
How many types of liquors are there?
There are hundreds upon hundreds of types of liquor on the market today. Some of these spirits include vodka, rum or tequila and bourbon, while others are flavored liquors like amaretto or apple brandy. You can also find cordials, liqueurs, and fruit wines.
What is the difference between a cocktail and a mocktail?
A cocktail is made with liquor. A mocktail contains fruit juice.
Statistics
- The tequila should be 100 percent agave, not the cheaper “mixto” products, which blend a minimum of 51 percent agave with other sugars. (cooking.nytimes.com)
- with a light percentage of 4.2% or any with a light percentage of 4.2% or any Coors/Bud/Miller Lite, which also is 4.2% (breakingtheboredom.com)
- According to a post on Quora, the average bartender can make upward of 140 drinks per hour. (gloworder.com)
- its content makes it 10.5%, which is far less than wine. (breakingtheboredom.com)
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How to make mixed beverages?
Mixed drinks are created from different ingredients, such as juices, spirits, liqueurs and syrups. These ingredients are then combined to make one drink. Mixing liquors together with water and ice makes a cocktail. It usually contains fresh fruit juices, lemonade soda water, tonic, ginger ale or beer.
These are the most commonly used types of cocktails.
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Margarita- A Mexican cocktail made up of triple sec (or Cointreau), tequila (or Tequila), lime juice and salt.
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Daiquiri - A Cuban cocktail consisting of rum, sugar, lime juice, and crushed ice.
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Mojito is a Cuban cocktail made mainly with mint leaves and rum.
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Gin and Tonic - A British cocktail consisting of gin and tonic.
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Martini – This cocktail consists of vermouth (or vodka), bitters (or olive oil), and vodka.
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Whiskey Sour - A whiskey cocktail made with bourbon sweetened condensed Milk, lemon juice and egg white.
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Sidecar - A French cocktail made with cognac, orange juice and grenadine.
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Collins – A cocktail made with equal amounts of gin or lemon juice.
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Manhattan - A cocktail consisting of rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, maraschino cherry, angostura bitters, and seltzer.
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White Russian – This cocktail consists of vodka and Kahlua as well as coffee liqueur and cream.
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Brandy Alexander- A cocktail that includes brandy, dark chocolate syrup, heavy whipping, and creme de coco.