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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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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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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Mai-Kai cocktail review: The Mutiny is a worthy foe in the battle of the tropical titans

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Updated May 8, 2012 See below: Our Mutiny review | Tribute recipe | Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide The Black Magic emerges from the shadows as a true classic There are many great cocktail debates, most notably the Martini (gin or … Continue reading →

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Mai-Kai cocktail review: The Black Magic emerges from the darkness as a true classic

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Updated May 8, 2012 See below: Our Black Magic review | Tribute recipe | Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide The Mutiny is a worthy foe in the battle of the tropical titans Prior to the opening of The Mai-Kai in 1956, … Continue reading →

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Mai-Kai cocktail review: Mai-Kai Swizzle showcases old-school technique

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

See below: Our Mai-Kai Swizzle review | Tribute recipe Related: Mai-Kai cocktail guide Not to be confused with the deadly 151 Swizzle, the Mai-Kai Swizzle is a sweet and fruity mild drink that nevertheless rises above the mundane with a … Continue reading →

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Beachbum Berry digs deep to unearth vintage Zombies, more ‘Potions of the Caribbean’

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Previous: Hukilau announces mug, cocktails, new rum sponsor | Full Hukilau coverage In the latter years of the 20th century, there were two eras: B.B.B. and A.B.B. Before Beachbum Berry, it was the dark days, when tropical drink mixology was … Continue reading →

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