The Bitter Strawberry Mai Tai is a unique twist on the classic tiki cocktail, featuring the bold bitterness of strawberry-infused Campari balanced by the rich flavors of Jamaican rum and dry curaçao. With lime juice, orgeat, and simple syrup, this cocktail offers a refreshing yet complex taste, perfect for adventurous palates.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 oz strawberry-infused Campari
- 0.75 oz Jamaican rum
- 0.5 oz dry curaçao
- 1 oz lime juice
- 0.5 oz orgeat
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- Fresh mint for garnish
- Strawberry for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker or mixing glass, combine the strawberry-infused Campari, Jamaican rum, dry curaçao, lime juice, orgeat, and simple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until the mixture is well-chilled.
- Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a strawberry.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a more intense strawberry flavor, muddle fresh strawberries in the shaker before adding the ingredients.
- Adjust the sweetness by tweaking the amount of simple syrup to your taste.
- Chilling the glass beforehand enhances the drink’s refreshing qualities.
Tasting Notes
The Bitter Strawberry Mai Tai is a balanced blend of bold and refreshing flavors. The bitterness of the strawberry-infused Campari is beautifully complemented by the smooth, rich notes of Jamaican rum and the bright citrus of lime juice. The orgeat adds a touch of almond sweetness, while the fresh mint and strawberry garnish complete this visually stunning and delicious cocktail.