Orange Hibiscus Mai Tai Recipe
A refreshing Orange Hibiscus Mai Tai Recipe that blends floral hibiscus syrup, bright citrus juices, and smooth rum for a vibrant, tropical cocktail. Perfectly balanced, easy to make, and ideal for summer sipping at home.
Ingredients
- 1 oz hibiscus syrup
- 1 –2 tablespoons honey to taste
- 1/4 cup orange juice fresh preferred
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice no sugar added
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 2 ounces light rum
- 1 ounce dark rum
- Sparkling water optional, for topping
- Hawaiian pink salt or kosher salt optional, for rim
- Garnish: mint sprig orange slice, or edible flower
Instructions
- Prepare the glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim and dip into salt if using.
- Mix the base: In a shaker, combine hibiscus syrup, honey, orange juice, pineapple juice, and lime juice. / Mix all the liquid ingredients
- Add rum: Pour in the light rum and dark rum.
- Shake: Add ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Strain and serve: Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Finish: Top with sparkling water if you like a lighter drink.
- Garnish: Add mint, orange slice, or edible flower for a beautiful presentation.