Happy National Mai Tai Day!
The award-winning tropical cocktail bar in Chicago, Three Dots and a Dash, has mastered the art of the classic Trader Vic Mai Tai which has become a staple in their bar.
The speakeasy-style take on the traditional island bar transports you to the glamorous bygone eras of Trader Vic, Stephen Craneand Don the Beachcomber. Beverage Director Kevin Beary has infused the global rums found in the traditional tropical cocktail, and we have the recipe below for you to try at home!
Preparation
- Build the cocktail in a double rocks glass; add crushed ice until the drink fills the glass.
- Swizzle the cocktail until it’s homogeneous (becomes opaque).
- Garnish with a bouquet of mint.
- Add a float of funky Jamaican overproof (optional; it's not considered traditional but adds an extra flare!).
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Source: Mixology News
