Christmas Mai Tai

Christmas Mai Tai

A striking, fruit-forward tiki creation layered with pineapple, cranberry, and a blend of Kōloa rums. Vibrant garnishes and a dark rum float deliver tropical color—perfect for parties or a summer treat!

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Kōloa Gold Rum

  • 2 oz Kōloa Spiced Rum

  • 1 oz Orange Curacao

  • 1 oz Orgeat

  • 2 oz Lime Juice

  • 1.5 oz Pineapple Juice

  • 1 oz Cranberry Juice

  • 0.5 oz Concentrated Simple Syrup**

  • 6–8 drops Tiki Bitters

  • 1 oz Kōloa Dark Rum (float)

Garnish

  • Simple syrup, coconut rum sugar

  • Sugar cane swizzle stick

  • Sugared cranberry skewer

  • Mint sprig

  • Pineapple slices (cut into pineapple shapes for extra flair)

Instructions

  1. Fill two large rocks glasses with crushed or pebble ice. Add gold and spiced rums.

  2. In a shaker with ice, combine curacao, orgeat, lime juice, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, simple syrup, and bitters. Shake until well chilled.

  3. Divide mixture between glasses.

  4. Float dark rum on top for a dramatic finish.

  5. Garnish with pineapple, sugared cranberries, swizzle stick, and mint. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For richer simple syrup, use 1.5–2 cups sugar per 1 cup water and simmer until thickened.

  • Batch method: Mix orgeat, curacao, juices, and bitters in a chilled pitcher; add rums and dark rum float individually when serving.