The Bandoeng’22 Pandan Mai Tai

The Mai Tai is one of the most famous tiki cocktails in the world, originally created to highlight the rich flavour of rum combined with lime, orange curaçao and orgeat syrup.

The Bandoeng’22 Pandan Mai Tai adds a tropical Southeast Asian twist by introducing pandan liqueur to the recipe. The aromatic notes of pandan bring subtle flavours of vanilla and coconut that blend beautifully with rum and citrus. The result is a layered tiki cocktail that is refreshing, complex and unmistakably tropical.

Pandan Mai Tai Cocktail Recipe

Ingredients

• 40 ml (1.35 oz) white rum

• 20 ml (0.7 oz) orange curaçao

• 15 ml (0.5 oz) orgeat syrup

• 30 ml (1 oz) fresh lime juice

• 20 ml (0.7 oz) Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur

• ice cubes / crushed ice

Garnish

• fresh mint

• lime wedge

• cocktail cherry

• optional: spekkoek skewer

Preparation

1. Fill a tumbler glass with ice cubes.

2. Add rum, curaçao, orgeat and fresh lime juice to a shaker with ice.

3. Shake well until chilled.

4. Strain into the glass and top with crushed ice.

5. Carefully float the Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur on top.

6. Garnish with mint, lime and a cherry.

Why pandan works in tiki cocktails

Tiki cocktails often combine rum with tropical flavours such as citrus, almond and spices. Pandan fits perfectly into this flavour profile thanks to its fragrant aroma, often described as a combination of vanilla, coconut and fresh herbs. When added to a Mai Tai, pandan enhances the tropical character of the drink while adding a distinctive Southeast Asian twist.

Interested in more Pandan Liqueur cocktail recipes?

Discover more of our favorite pandan cocktails we call the Bandoeng’22 Pandan Liqueur Perfect Serves; Pandan Spritz, Pandan Sour, Pandan Negroni or Pandan Highball

Food pairing

The Bandoeng’22 Pandan Mai Tai pairs beautifully with Asian cuisine such as:

• Pad Thai

• grilled satay

• Asian stir-fries

• Spicy noodle dishes

The freshness of lime and mint lifts the flavours of the food while the pandan aroma complements ingredients like peanuts, coconut and tamarind.