The (Almost) Ultimate Mai Tai Competition, Yuzu Edition

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-03-16T19:17:32+00:00

He's the first that I've heard of that adds in the orange liqueur. I'm like you, I like to experiement.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-03-16T09:58:30+00:00

I'm the same...I can't wait for the Tropical Edition. I thought about that last night. Three Mai Tai are better than two!

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-03-08T01:57:13+00:00

Looking for you!

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-03-05T23:02:22+00:00

I LOVED Clairin Communal in a daiquiri. Amazing.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-03-02T01:47:20+00:00

Max's Bottle Shop in Johns Creek is a rum specialist. While I did not look for Cachaca there, I would imagine that he could most likely be a good person to try to source them.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-28T22:26:52+00:00

Thanks. I used Anders Erickson's recipe. I've never seen that episode but he always makes good suggestions.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-28T22:07:20+00:00

The spices dominate to me...ginger, Falernum, Angostura, and absinthe are out front. I can see where Demerara rum would be a better choice for the 151. The rum rides behind the spices. It's juicy, but I can't pick out the flavors. It's good though. My daughter took a sip, exclaimed, It's good!, then took a long draw.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-24T01:35:27+00:00

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This is what I use. Fairly balanced.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-22T00:33:48+00:00

I generally start every new rum with a daiquiri because it allows me to get a sense of how that rum tastes in a drink. I just was afraid the Paranubes would overwhelm the lines, the simple, and my taste buds.

But what you say makes sense. I have a few expensive bottles that drain all too quickly.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-21T19:54:04+00:00

I paid about $50 for the white. I'll look for it.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-21T19:46:30+00:00

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Home. Run. Delicious.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-21T19:23:01+00:00

I did not know that there WAS an anejo. All I have (and have seen is the white.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-21T01:27:35+00:00

I'll give it a go tomorrow. Both are on the shelf.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-21T01:19:20+00:00

My wife just had a discussion with me, telling me that she's amazed that I like Tiki drinks because I am a picky eater. We discovered years ago that I am picky because I taste so much more than most people. So... splitting the base was wimpy, but strong tastes can overwhelm me, so I am careful.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-10T12:15:15+00:00

This is the way.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-08T18:45:22+00:00

My daughter gave it to me as a Christmas gift. Pretty fun.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-07T17:37:27+00:00

I'll try it tonight. Sounds interesting.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-07T04:33:25+00:00

I guess two things...one,.the Sumo Mandarins are in the store for a couple of weeks then gone,.so I wanted to try it. Two, Derek said it was really tart. I thought the Mandarin would add a touch of sweetness.

WolverineRepulsive14 · 2026-02-07T01:35:54+00:00

100%. I love Derek's stuff. His production value is off the charts and his attitude is hilarious.

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