FSQ - #CocktailHour with Chuck Da Fonk - "The #Malta #MaiTai"

orange liqueur

🥗Healthier: fresh orange juice

💰Cheaper: store-brand orange liqueur

Fresh orange juice provides a lighter flavor.

orgeat syrup

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: homemade almond syrup

Almond milk is lower in calories.

dark rum

🥗Healthier: spiced rum

💰Cheaper: light rum

Spiced rum adds flavor without the cost.

simple syrup

🥗Healthier: honey syrup

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Honey syrup adds a unique sweetness.

Start by measuring 2 ounces of dark rum using a jigger.

Add 2 ounces of Bacardi white rum to the shaker.

Pour in 1/2 ounce of orange liqueur (Cointreau).

Substitute the orgeat syrup with 1/2 ounce of amaretto liqueur.

Add fresh lime juice to the mixture.

Include a few dashes of aromatic bitters (either orange or aromatic bitters).

Shake all the ingredients with ice until well chilled.

Strain the mixture into two rocks glasses filled with crushed ice.

Garnish with a lime wheel and mint leaves if desired.

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens