Tropical Hibiscus Mai Tai

A refreshing variation of the classic Mai Tai cocktail infused with a floral twist, featuring hibiscus syrup blended with rum, citrus juices, and a hint of almond for a perfect summer drink.

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 1 minute
Serves: 1

Ingredients

2 oz light rum

1 oz dark rum

1 oz hibiscus syrup

0.5 oz orgeat syrup

0.75 oz fresh lime juice

0.5 oz orange curaçao

1 lime wheel, for garnish

1 hibiscus flower, for garnish

Ice cubes

Instructions

1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.

2. Add light rum, hibiscus syrup, orgeat syrup, lime juice, and orange curaçao.

3. Shake well until the mixture is chilled.

4. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice cubes.

5. Gently float the dark rum on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon.

6. Garnish with a lime wheel and a hibiscus flower.

7. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Storage

Store any leftover hibiscus syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Reheating

This cocktail is best enjoyed fresh and does not require reheating.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.