Guava Mai Tai Recipe

Course: Cocktails, Drinks

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Servings: cocktail

Calories: 307kcal

Author: Emily

This Guava Mai Tai puts a fruity twist on the classic tiki cocktail. Guava adds a sweet, tropical flavor and vibrant color that makes this drink perfect for summer sipping.

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Equipment

1 mai tai or tiki glass
1 cocktail shaker
1 measuring jigger
1 cocktail strainer (or strainer on shaker)

Ingredients

2 ounces dark rum
1 ounce white rum
1 ounce guava pulp or puree
1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
¼ ounce orange curacao (can sub orange liqueur)
¼ ounce orgeat
lime wedge, cocktail cherry, pineapple fronds (optional garnish)

Instructions

Fill a cocktail glass with fresh ice and set it aside.
Add fresh ice to a cocktail shaker along with all of the ingredients (except the garnishes). Place the top on the shaker and shake for 10-12 seconds until nice and cold.
Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a lime wedge, cocktail cherry, and/or pineapple fronds. Cheers!

Notes

Use high-quality rums for noticeable depth of flavor and better results.

Pebble or crushed ice is recommended for the Mai Tai and most tiki drinks. However, if you're like me and want a good cocktail at home, using the ice you have will work just fine.

It's always a good idea to garnish your cocktail, especially a tiki drink like the Mai Tai! Get creative with lime slices, pineapple fronds, and cherries, or explore this article on tiki garnishes for more fun ideas.

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