Post #762771 by mikehooker on Thu, Apr 21, 2016 2:09 PM

On 2016-04-21 11:36, kkocka wrote:

Round One: Jet Pilot

I'm a bit surprised that so many people think this version of the Jet Pilot is one to make you never wanna go back to the Steve Crane version. Admittedly the Crane version is sort of a Zombie but w/differently configured ratios, but I like the darkness of it. This one doesn't have the cinnamon, but the fassionola almost plays a similar role. I might look into remaking this but just cutting down on the booze a bit. Definitely one to let sit and dilute to really enjoy.

Hmm, I find the Atomic Grog's Jet Pilot to be so much more balanced than Crane's and one of my favorite drinks to make (though I haven't had one in a while). I guess everyone's taste buds are different.

Round Three: Black Magic

This has grown on me a bit since testing it on Sunday. The wife definitely doesn't like the coffee, though really it's not that bad especially as the drink sits a bit. Gotta be in the mood for something a bit dark though. Looking forward to trying more coffee-based cocktails now.

I'm not a coffee drinker and neither is my wife but last time we were at Mai Kai she ordered the Mutiny. I had some sips and thought it was quite good. I've made it at home a couple times since and think the tribute is damn close. Can't speak for the Black Magic as I've not tried it there or at home but I would recommend giving the Mutiny a whirl.

Round Four: Cobra's Fang

A bit fruity for me, maybe leaving out the grenadine next time would be a fine amount. Needed something light after the dark and heavy Black Magic.

Did you make the Cobra's Fang or Cobra's Kiss? I've never had a Cobra or Cobra's Fang that I really enjoyed but man, that Mai Kai Cobra's Kiss is really something else. I don't find it too fruity at all, rather spicy and somewhat potent. Made it for two different friends recently and they're now obsessed with it.

The 151 Swizzle probably still reigns surpreme for me as far as the Mai Kai drinks go.