Uncovering the Truth: The Mai Tai Saga Part 3 - Who REALLY Invented the Mai Tai?

Join us as we delve into the contentious history of the Mai Tai cocktail. Two legends of tiki, Trader Vic and Donn Beach, have long been in debate over who truly invented the Mai Tai. In this video, we explore the history of both versions of the Mai Tai and decide which one comes out on top. We also demonstrate how to make Donn's version of the Mai Tai, adding to the mix of Mai Tai recipes available on our channel. This episode is a must-watch for tiki enthusiasts and cocktail lovers alike. Don't miss out on this in-depth look into the history and recipe of the Mai Tai. Make sure to watch our video and subscribe to our channel for more cocktail history and recipe videos.
To make the Don the Beachcomber's Mai Tai Swizzle:
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3/4oz fresh lime juice
1oz grapefruit juice
1/2oz Cointreau
1/4oz falernum
1 1/2oz dark Jamaican rum
1oz Gold rum
6 drops of Pernod
1 dash Angostura bitters
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Mix with ice, for 6 seconds, using a top down mixer. Pour unstrained into a double old-fashioned glass.
Garnish with pineapple wedge, cherry, and fresh mint.
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