Category Archives: Cocktails

Mai-Kai cocktail review: A delightful after-dinner drink for wahines … and men too

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

See below: Our Wahine Delight review | Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide A common misconception about tropical drinks is the notion that they’re “girly.” While they do tend to be sweet and flamboyant, many of the best Tiki cocktails – especially … Continue reading →

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Mai-Kai cocktail review: Bring a friend and sink your teeth into the classic Sidewinder’s Fang

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

See below: Our Sidewinder’s Fang review | Ancestor recipe Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide It may sound and look intimidating, but the whopping Sidewinder’s Fang is the perfect cocktail for a couple to share while enjoying a romantic evening at Fort … Continue reading →

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‘Mai-Kai Mixer’ on June 9 serves up cocktail flights, live music and DJ dance party

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Join The Atomic Grog on Saturday, June 9, for a special party featuring exclusive flights of Mai-Kai cocktails, live surf music, and a DJ spinning retro tunes all night long. The event runs from 6 to 11 p.m. in The … Continue reading →

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Rums of The Mai-Kai: Legendary Lemon Hart returns to the promised land

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Updated May 15, 2012 See below: Mai-Kai Lemon Hart cocktails | “Dagger” cocktails | Appleton cocktails SPECIAL EVENT: ‘Mai-Kai Mixer’ on June 9 serves up cocktail flights, live music and DJ Related: Mai-Kai Cocktail Guide | Exclusive tour of The … Continue reading →

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Miami festival offers many lessons in rum appreciation

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

The surging popularity of rum was clearly evident at this year’s Miami Rum Renaissance Festival, which again doubled its attendance in its fourth year to more than 8,000 connoisseurs of the cane spirit. The festival was held April 16-22 at … Continue reading →

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Mai-Kai cocktail review: This daiquiri is special in more ways than one

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

See below: Our Special Reserve Daiquiri review | Ancestor recipe Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide The Mai-Kai’s Special Reserve Daiquiri is a throwback to another era with its classic recipe and flamboyant presentation in a frozen ice shell, a lost art … Continue reading →

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Hukilau rewind: A whirlwind weekend of tropical delights

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

* More photos and recaps: Facebook page | Facebook group * Press coverage: Special audio feature and story from NPR | Broward New Times photos * More coverage from The Atomic Grog * Coming soon: Official photos from Go11 Media … Continue reading →

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The Mai-Kai is going mobile: We definitely need an app for that

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

UPDATE: April 26, 2012 As not-so-subtly hinted at below, a special announcement was made on Saturday, April 21, at The Mai-Kai during The Hukilau main event that indeed a new drink app has been developed by Go11 Media and will … Continue reading →

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Got Tiki trepidation? Here’s a Hukilau survival guide

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

The 2012 Hukilau will be held Thursday through Sunday, April 19-22, at The Mai-Kai and several Fort Lauderdale beachside hotels. Official sites: TheHukilau.com | Facebook To the uninitiated, this week’s avalanche of Tiki culture, retro art and music, rum drinks … Continue reading →

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Mai-Kai cocktail review: The Hukilau is worthy of its famous company

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Updated April 27, 2012 See below: Our Hukilau review | Tribute recipe Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide | Latest news on the annual Hukilau event Like an ugly stepchild, The Hukilau drink at The Mai-Kai is often shunned in favor of … Continue reading →

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