The tastiest tiki cocktail ever? [Mai Kai Swizzle]

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ต.ค. 2021
  • I'm so thankful that our buddy, Hurricane Hayward, has dedicated so much of his existence to deciphering cocktails of the Mai Kai. I had never tried making his version of the Mai Kai Swizzle before, but man, what a surprise!
    To see his notes on this cocktail and on so many more, visit www.atomicgrog.com
    To make the the drink in the video you will need:
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    1 1/2oz fresh-squeezed orange juice
    1/2oz fresh-squeezed lemon juice
    1/2oz mango juice
    1/2oz rich sugar syrup
    1/4oz orgeat syrup
    1/8oz falernum
    2oz Appleton Special gold Jamaican rum
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    Swizzle in a metal cocktail shaker with 1 cup crushed ice. (Or pulse blend with ice for for 4-6 seconds.) Pour into a stemmed cocktail glass and garnish with a speared pineapple chunk, plus red and green cherries.
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  • @benandrovich112
    @benandrovich112 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Still a great episode!!! Just rewatched to see the Mai Kai Swizzle again! Great work!

  • @jmgarcia61
    @jmgarcia61 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Spike - Here's the "why" of the green cherry. The Mai Kai often has various cocktails "share" glassware. (Those that come in mugs -- Barrel O' Rum, Mara Amu, etc. -- don't, but that's a whole 'nother something.) Many drinks look very similar, especially under low light conditions and, to distinguish them so the servers know who gets what, they come with different garnishes. If you see what LOOKS like a Mai Kai Swizzle (my personal favorite, BTW...I love me some orgeat) but with ALL red cherries it's the "S.O.S.", and with a sprig of mint it's (or used to be) the "Deep Sea Diver" and with a cinnamon stick, it's the "Cobra's Kiss."
    The same applies to other drinks that share glassware. Now you know, and knowing is half the battle. (The other half is weaponized mayhem.)
    P.S. Thanks for putting out the good Mai Kai vibes into the atmosphere, I'm certain that contributed to their "we're reopening next year!" announcement!

    • @BreezewayCocktailHour
      @BreezewayCocktailHour  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ooooh... That totally makes sense… Just like the garnish to distinguish the difference between the Black Magic and the Mutiny.

    • @jmgarcia61
      @jmgarcia61 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@BreezewayCocktailHour Ding-ding-ding. (Now you know what other drinks you can make w that glass in future episodes.)

  • @markreed2855
    @markreed2855 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The Green and Red Marachinos were both used to make Christmas fruitcake back in the day. Not sure if that was their primary function, but I bet it's why they were once more available

  • @YEAIMSURE
    @YEAIMSURE 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My grocery store carries the green cherries and I always think back to this video lol!

  • @atomicgrog
    @atomicgrog 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    FYI, Appleton Special is long gone (replaced by J.Wray Gold), andThe Mai-Kai likely now uses the more complex and tasty Appleton Reserve. But I like Spike's idea of using a pot-still rum. I'd give this a try with Hamilton Gold, Plantation Xaymaca, Rum-Bar Gold, et al.

    • @BreezewayCocktailHour
      @BreezewayCocktailHour  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ah, I see! Thanks for the tips and the recipe!!

    • @AICrockett
      @AICrockett 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      if you can find it in your area, Kingston 62 is the newly rebranded Appleton Special

  • @clellandm
    @clellandm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That is a very tasty - and fairly easy to make cocktail! Like everyone else, I can hardly wait for the Mai Kai to reopen so I can enjoy these wonderful concoctions in the exotic palace!

  • @n3xt0n3xt
    @n3xt0n3xt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Green Cherry = Christmas Cocktails

  • @josephrogers6689
    @josephrogers6689 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Sticking with the Hamilton rums wherever possible. got my Hamilton Breezeway rum glasses --- 4 of them today !!!!

  • @00DUCK
    @00DUCK 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    There’s just something comforting about watching these videos. Great job! And thanks for all you do.

  • @hinghamkarate
    @hinghamkarate 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Need a video on how you made the cool volcano! Love it.

  • @mstoneci
    @mstoneci 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yep. Big fan of corks.

  • @wandererrob
    @wandererrob 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The pop of a cork is like music. Cork good!

  • @thekontigotikibartiki9174
    @thekontigotikibartiki9174 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Another great show, nice to be back live with The Breezeway Ohana

  • @jubileenine
    @jubileenine หลายเดือนก่อน

    living your dad's dream ❤

  • @jokerchris1
    @jokerchris1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Having green and red maraschino is probably a reference to ship port and starboard lights.

  • @nickmorton8998
    @nickmorton8998 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love The Breezeway and the Lagoon!! How have you resisted from building out your whole backyard a la The Rincon Room?! I love your whole place. Thanks for bringing a slice of paradise to us each week. 🗿🍹🌺🧉🌋🏝

    • @BreezewayCocktailHour
      @BreezewayCocktailHour  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! My original intention was always to do it so that it was easily removable if I sold my house… But it's all getting to be more and more permanent. 😂

    • @beckyjacobs9176
      @beckyjacobs9176 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you love your house and where you're at my motto is do what you love to make the home you want

  • @pkdiddy
    @pkdiddy 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow! Haven't seen a green maraschino cherry since the 70's.

  • @mikeblitzen
    @mikeblitzen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    would love to see the lagoon.
    one of my fav episodes is your breezeway tour.
    also, would like to see if you have mugs and glassware display!

  • @johnnyrhum6874
    @johnnyrhum6874 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    don't start yet I have to go cut more mint from the garden! hehe

  • @dtd8054
    @dtd8054 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great show! Glad your back out performing again. Awesome job!

  • @kennyscalendar
    @kennyscalendar 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great episode!!! Lotsa laughs!

  • @smokeytiki3185
    @smokeytiki3185 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn it, Spike! I just redid my bar menu, and this seems like a drink I'd like to add! I'd be happy to take those green cherries of your hands. Thanks for making these wonderful videos.

  • @AllTheArtToday
    @AllTheArtToday 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can’t wait to make this drink, thanks Spike! Keep up the rad vids

  • @DenisAlonsoJr
    @DenisAlonsoJr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome vídeo as always! 👏👏👏

  • @frankmartinez4856
    @frankmartinez4856 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoy your shows! Yours the first band I saw at the first Viva I went to!

  • @justinharp4597
    @justinharp4597 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just did this with 1 oz Appleton 8 and 1 oz Bacardi 8 and it was wonderful

  • @FK-we1dp
    @FK-we1dp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was a great episode

  • @JohnKelly2
    @JohnKelly2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just saw those green cherries at grocery store Monday.

  • @ScottGilbert_Agent
    @ScottGilbert_Agent 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great drink!

  • @ManzaMediaTV
    @ManzaMediaTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Google says the Mai-Kai is "Temporarily Closed", this can't be. I need to experience it! Always loved your channel, Spike.

  • @craigrainbird969
    @craigrainbird969 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My name is Craig and I love corks, I think the is the fist time I have been able to say this in public.

  • @robinthe8057
    @robinthe8057 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    No way in hell can this be the last of the white knife. It needs its own special ceremony where it's laid to rest in a special ceramic coffin.

  • @darrenandtinasale1502
    @darrenandtinasale1502 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a very tasty cocktail. I don’t know why mango isn’t in more Tiki drinks!

  • @beckyjacobs9176
    @beckyjacobs9176 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They're called candied cherries I found a bunch of places online that sells and ships but yes Amazon does have them LOL

  • @gregsoucie
    @gregsoucie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I DO like corks. Very satisfying.

  • @mikerosscpa
    @mikerosscpa ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The green cherry were used for gimlets

  • @AngryCocktails
    @AngryCocktails 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All that fruit juice - it's virtually health food.

  • @andrewboyd9371
    @andrewboyd9371 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I would say that the red and green cherries are symbols for the port and starboard lights on a boat. It's a nautical theme. Just my thoughts...

    • @BreezewayCocktailHour
      @BreezewayCocktailHour  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ooooooh... very good thought! That totally makes sense.

  • @HootOwl513
    @HootOwl513 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wanna try that one.

  • @ultimatemaitai
    @ultimatemaitai 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice Easter egg by using the photo of Marina for the waitress photo. 😉

  • @colinc3886
    @colinc3886 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I made one, can't say it's the tastiest, I nominate the Tiki Ti's Puka Punch, recipe in the Smugglers Cove book...

  • @asmarsh111
    @asmarsh111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Need a link to get that sweet glass spike:)

    • @BreezewayCocktailHour
      @BreezewayCocktailHour  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm afraid that it sold out so quickly 😣🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @mrsmartypants_1
    @mrsmartypants_1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The green maraschino cherries are common in most grocery stores in my neck of the woods. I’ve never bought em nor have I seen anyone else buy them. My guess it started out as a Christmas motif.

  • @PriestsandParamedics
    @PriestsandParamedics 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like corks

  • @hinghamkarate
    @hinghamkarate 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Buy green cherries every year for Christmas coffee cakes. hard to find for sure.

  • @terryolson1962
    @terryolson1962 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My mom used green cherries on some of her Christmas cookies. So some had red and some had green. And no offense to your Mai Kai but my one and only time there was after a long road trip from Minnesota and we had a reservation but were not going to get there in time, so called and said we’re going to be late. Consequently they made us wait a long time and then sat us in the aisle. And we had almost zero service. And it was so dark and the drink menu was so dark I couldn’t even see it without using the light from my phone. Then after the show we were moved to a different table with a couple strangers where we finally ate. So over all it was frustrating and everyone seemed pretty rude. So I guess if you’re going to be late, don’t even go. Locally our best tiki bar is Psycho Suzi’s, but the food is mediocre, and the drink recipes were amazing when they first opened at their current location, but the recipes changed, and we quit going .So I am my own cocksmith at home. And that has worked well during COVID. I like my own Mai Tai and other tiki drinks and other cocktails that I make, myself, at home.

    • @BreezewayCocktailHour
      @BreezewayCocktailHour  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd like to think that that was an isolated incident… I haven't heard much that kind of review before… it's a bummer that you got a bad version of an otherwise amazing place. :/ thanks for watching the show!!

  • @coconutjive4359
    @coconutjive4359 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    There is also red and green curacao! Think it's all about the colors

  • @baileywatts1304
    @baileywatts1304 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    green cherry is for fruitcakes and christmasy stuff
    edit to add: a diamondstone sharpening stone can sharpen a ceramic knife that doesn't have the edge it once did. just be careful with it

  • @beckyjacobs9176
    @beckyjacobs9176 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those green cherries go with Christmas fruitcakes

  • @maitaioneon
    @maitaioneon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I need that glass! I want it... how do I get it? lol

  • @ken_tiki5241
    @ken_tiki5241 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lagoon looks the biz! 🗿🌺🌋👍

  • @wandererrob
    @wandererrob 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    OK, I have the stuff… well, I’ll have to sub Hamilton black Jamaican, but let’s do this!
    Damn! That IS good! 🍹👍🏻

  • @sonnysoto8337
    @sonnysoto8337 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Alright!!! Cool Hand Spike!!! I bet he can eat 50 Pineapple chunks!!!!!!!

  • @anders3322
    @anders3322 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great cocktail, thanks for presenting it! Tasting note from me would be that it makes me think of what the honey would taste like in the world of Winnie the Pooh, not honey but something way better and golden.

  • @SaffuillaKarman
    @SaffuillaKarman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Are you even still allowed to have a lagoon with running water in California?

  • @tvmind2000
    @tvmind2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bummer Dude... We have green cherries at the supermarket all the time in Ohio, but we don't have lime trees!

    • @BreezewayCocktailHour
      @BreezewayCocktailHour  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂 I think I'll take the lime trees over the green cherries any day.

  • @JasonThrifts
    @JasonThrifts 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey, nice shirt

  • @greystreak1
    @greystreak1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Green marichino cherries - Fruit cake

  • @Lcalvert66
    @Lcalvert66 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Addressing your red and green cherries, tiki has a nautical connotation. Port is red, starboard is green. It’s the only thing I can come up with.

    • @atomicgrog
      @atomicgrog 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think that's part of it. There's also a specific reason The Mai-Kai does odd things with their garnishes. I'll explain the next time I'm on the show with Spike.

    • @Lcalvert66
      @Lcalvert66 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@atomicgrog awesome I can’t wait!

    • @HotTubMKE
      @HotTubMKE ปีที่แล้ว

      @@atomicgrog Did this ever get answered?

    • @atomicgrog
      @atomicgrog ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HotTubMKE Because there are 50+ drinks on the menu in about 12 different glasses, the garnish helps the servers who run the drinks to the various dining rooms tell the difference between similar drinks in similar glassware. The Mai-Kai Swizzle looks very much like the S.O.S., which has three red cherries on a spear.

  • @JasonThrifts
    @JasonThrifts 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you know there is also blue maraschino cherries too?

  • @nate42384
    @nate42384 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How was the green cherry? Does it taste any different?

  • @SaroShow
    @SaroShow 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Correct pronunciation is Maraskino cherry.

  • @brianlehmkuhl8162
    @brianlehmkuhl8162 ปีที่แล้ว

    11k likes and only 659 like corks? Come on people!😂

  • @lokmtb8503
    @lokmtb8503 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When your lemons are too large and won't juice, try quartering em.

  • @Flowerqt18
    @Flowerqt18 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ask the new owner and see what they say...

  • @wyldebill4178
    @wyldebill4178 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Next you need a grotto

  • @dofunstuff2333
    @dofunstuff2333 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    There is something very satisfying about pulling a cork from a bottle of booze.. 😏

  • @ENW08
    @ENW08 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    lol zero dislikes at time of writing purely because Cork

  • @jboy1262
    @jboy1262 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think I’ve seen those green cherries on fruit cake 🤢