1 serving
Bitter Mai Tai ingredients
These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Red bitter aperitif | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 3 parts |
Lime Juice | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Jamaican rum | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1.5 parts |
Orgeat | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1.5 parts |
Triple Sec | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Garnish: Mint sprig
Method
How to make Bitter Mai Tai
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a double rocks glass and select one compact, healthy mint sprig for the garnish.
- 02
Measure the red bitter aperitif, lime juice, Jamaican rum, orgeat, and triple sec into a shaker.
- 03
Add crushed ice and shake hard for 8–10 seconds until cold and integrated.
- 04
Pour the entire contents unstrained into the chilled glass.
- 05
Crown with a small amount of fresh crushed ice only if needed, keeping the mound below the garnish.
- 06
Clap the mint once to release its aroma, place it upright at the rim, and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does Bitter Mai Tai taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (4/5) and freshness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Bitter Mai Tai questions
What is in a Bitter Mai Tai?
Kokto’s build uses red bitter aperitif, lime juice, jamaican rum, orgeat, and triple sec.
How long does a Bitter Mai Tai take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a Bitter Mai Tai prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a rocks. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Bitter Mai Tai alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Evidence
Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B027https://punchdrink.com/recipes/bitter-mai-tai/ · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved





