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Cocktails Like a Mai Tai
If you like mai-tai, what you probably like is a specific combination of flavor, structure, and strength. These alternatives share enough of that profile to work as substitutes — while being distinct enough to be interesting in their own right.
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18.9gMedian sugar
291 kcalMedian calories
19.6%Median ABV
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| # | Drink | Why it ranks | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Golden Friendship | Shares 9 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 2 | Wiki Waki Woo | Shares 9 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 3 | Casa Blanca | Shares 8 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 4 | Fog Cutter | Shares 8 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 5 | Rum Relaxer | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 6 | Planter's Punch No. 2 | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 7 | Glass Tower | Shares 7 flavors: light, sweet, citrus | — |
| 8 | Hemingway Special | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 9 | Hurricane | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 10 | Puerto Apple | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 11 | Planter's Punch No. 1 | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 12 | Floridita No. 3 | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 13 | Space Odyssey | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 14 | Mai-Tai (Trader Vic Version) | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, almond | — |
| 15 | Frozen Daiquiri | Shares 7 flavors: light, sweet, citrus | — |
| 16 | Jungle Juice | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 17 | Rum Sour | Shares 7 flavors: light, sweet, citrus | — |
| 18 | Tahiti Club | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 19 | Pink Paradise | Shares 7 flavors: sweet, sugarcane, almond | — |
| 20 | Canadian Cherry | Shares 6 flavors: sweet, citrus, almond | — |
| 21 | Francis The Mule | Shares 6 flavors: sweet, citrus, almond | — |
| 22 | Boston Sidecar Cocktail | Shares 6 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 23 | Orange Whip | Shares 6 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
| 24 | Mary Pickford Cocktail | Shares 6 flavors: sweet, sugarcane, almond | — |
| 25 | Mariposa Cocktail | Shares 6 flavors: sweet, citrus, sugarcane | — |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a mai-tai?
- Mai-tai is a cocktail with a specific flavor profile and ingredient structure. If you already like mai-tai, the drinks on this page share key characteristics — spirit base, flavor direction, or occasion fit.
- What does a mai-tai taste like?
- Mai-tai is defined by its signature flavor profile. The alternatives on this page were selected because they share similar flavor tags and drink characteristics from WhatDrink data.
- Why might someone want an alternative to mai-tai?
- Common reasons include ingredient availability, preference for a different ABV level, wanting a different flavor intensity, or simply exploring new drinks in the same style.
- How similar are these drinks to mai-tai?
- Similarity is scored on shared flavor tags, glass type, and occasion fit in WhatDrink data. Drinks at the top of the list share the most overlap with mai-tai. Individual taste will affect how similar they feel in practice.
- How many alternatives to mai-tai are on this page?
- This page shows 25 alternatives ranked by similarity score. All pass the same quality filters as individual cocktail pages.
- When should I drink something like mai-tai?
- If you enjoy mai-tai, the alternatives here suit similar occasions and moods. Look at the occasion tags on each drink card to find the best fit for your context.
- Can I make these at home?
- Most cocktails similar to mai-tai use accessible bar ingredients. Click through to any individual recipe page for a full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation guide.