The Mai Tai is a classic Tiki cocktail, known for its strong rum profile, refreshing citrus, and almond notes, often associated with Polynesian-themed bars. Created in the 1940s, likely by Victor "Trader Vic" Bergeron in California, its name derives from the Tahitian word maita'i, meaning "good".
1. Combine the following ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice, and shake until well chilled:
2. Strain, and optionally garnish with lime wheel and maraschino cherry.
