How to Make a Mai Tai

By eHow Food & Drink Editor

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When Trader Vic of the Polynesian-inspired restaurant chain first invented his signature drink and gave it to a Tahitian friend to try, the man took one sip and yelled, "Maita'i roa!" which translates to "Very good!" Enjoy this "very good" drink by following these steps to make a Mai Tai:

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Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

1 oz. lime juice
1 oz. orange juice
1 oz. lemon juice
2 oz. pineapple juice
1 1/2 oz. dark rum
11/2 oz. light rum
1 oz. orange liqueur
Pineapple wedge
Lemon juice
Lime juice
Pineapple juice
Glassware
Orange liqueur
Dark rum
Pineapple wedge
Light rum
Ice
Orange juice

Step1

Scoop ice into a martini shaker until it is half-full.

Step2

Pour in the liquor and juice and replace the lid.

Step3

Shake until the outside of the shaker becomes frosted with condensation.

Step4

Strain the contents of the shaker into a tall, 16-oz. glass filled with ice.

Step5

Garnish with a pineapple wedge and enjoy.

Tips & Warnings

For an even better-tasting Mai Tai, substitute the pre-made juices with the fresh juice of one orange, half a lemon and half a lime.
Don't drink and drive.

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Vod_Kadrinker said

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on 7/3/2007 For those who don't like the taste of alcohol, replacing the dark rum with a light malibu rum hides the alcohol taste while adding extra flavor. And you'll still get the same porportions.