Non Alcoholic Mai Tai (Printable)
A vibrant tropical mocktail with fresh fruit juices and orgeat syrup, perfect for refreshing sips without alcohol.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit Juices
01 - 3 oz fresh orange juice
02 - 2 oz pineapple juice
03 - 1 oz fresh lime juice
→ Syrups & Sweeteners
04 - 1 oz orgeat syrup
05 - 0.5 oz simple syrup
→ Other
06 - 0.5 oz grenadine
07 - Crushed ice
→ Garnish
08 - 2 orange slices
09 - 2 maraschino cherries
10 - Fresh mint sprigs
# How to Make:
01 - Fill two old-fashioned glasses with crushed ice to the rim.
02 - Combine orange juice, pineapple juice, lime juice, orgeat syrup, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until well-chilled.
03 - Strain the mixture evenly into both ice-filled glasses.
04 - Slowly pour grenadine down the inside of each glass to create a settled red layer at the bottom.
05 - Place an orange slice on the rim of each glass, add a maraschino cherry, and finish with a fresh mint sprig.
06 - Serve immediately with straws and enjoy this refreshing tropical mocktail.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The grenadine creates this stunning sunset effect that makes everyone ask whats in your glass
- You get all those complex tropical flavors without the next-day headache or alcohol buzz
- Takes literally five minutes to throw together, making it perfect for unexpected guests
02 -
- Freshly squeezed lime juice makes or breaks this recipe, never skip it
- Orgeat contains actual almonds, so grab a non-nut version if allergies are at play
- The grenadine needs to be poured slowly or you will lose that beautiful layered effect
03 -
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving, makes everything stay colder longer
- If you cannot find orgeat, a splash of almond extract mixed with simple syrup works in a pinch