Post #773749 by Hurricane Hayward on Mon, Mar 6, 2017 10:21 PM

On 2017-03-01 12:48, lll888 wrote:
Question:

If there were 3 Mai-Kai cocktails to try, what would they be? In all honesty, I've been underwhelmed with what I've tried.

lll888, I'm guessing you're mixing at home and not visiting The Mai-Kai. If it were the latter, I stick by my posted ratings:
http://www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/blog/mai-kai-cocktail-guide/
Everything in the Top 20 is outstanding.

Unfortunately, in a home bar, it's not possible to totally duplicate some of the secret mixes, unique juices and rums, not to mention the experience (see: Mystery Drink). But I'd recommend these as my Top 5 to make at home:

151 Swizzle:
http://www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/blog/2011/08/03/mai-kai-cocktail-review-robust-flavors-and-potency-are-hallmark-of-151-swizzle/#tribute

Special Planter's Punch:
http://www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/blog/2011/09/15/mai-kai-cocktail-review-special-planters-punch-is-tropical-drink-history-in-a-glass/#tribute

Jet Pilot:
http://www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/blog/2012/02/07/mai-kai-cocktail-review-jet-pilot-soars-over-its-ancestors-with-flying-colors/#tribute

Yeoman's Grog:
http://www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/blog/2011/12/12/mai-kai-cocktail-review-even-landlubbers-can-appreciate-a-strong-ration-of-yeomans-grog/#tribute

Cobra's Kiss:
http://www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/blog/2011/11/20/mai-kai-cocktail-review-cobra-kiss-is-an-exotic-taste-explosion-guaranteed-to-strike-your-fancy/#tribute

I've got some updates in the works - including new Black Magic, Mutiny and Hukilau recipes - so stay tuned.

Okole maluna!