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Tia Mia Cocktail Recipe

Tia Mia Cocktail Recipe

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The Mai Tai, meaning “Out of This World” in Tahitian, is one of the most iconic rum cocktails. It was created in the 1940s by Victor “Trader Vic” Bergeron in his famous tiki restaurant.

Author
Del Maguey Team
Date
February 23, 2021

Ingredients

30 mlDel Maguey Vida Puebla Mezcal 
30 mlwhite rum
22 mlfresh lime juice
15 mloz orgeat syrup (almond syrup)
15 mlorange curaçao
Lime or mint as garnish (optional)
Servings

Instructions

  1. Follow these simple steps to create this refreshing cocktail:
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  3. Start by adding 30 ml of Mezcal to the shaker. 
  4. Pour in 30 ml of white rum
  5. Squeeze 22 ml of fresh lime juice into the shaker. Try to prevent the lime pits from falling in, you can use a strainer for that.
  6. Include 15 ml of orgeat syrup (almond syrup).
  7. Add 15 ml of orange curaçao.
  8. Now, shake the ingredients vigorously until they are well combined and chilled to perfection.
  9. Fill a glass with Crushed Ice.
  10. Strain the cocktail into the glass.
  11. Use the garnish of your choice, we recommend some mint and a lime wedge.

Best Mezcal to Complement this Tia Mia Recipe

Del Maguey’s Vida Puebla Mezcal is known for its smoky and earthy notes, which beautifully complement the Tia Mia’s rich flavors. 

This Mezcal made with 100% agave espadín will elevate this cocktail to the next level, so look no further and enjoy a refreshing Tia Mia.

If you are looking for more recipes, check out our page with the best cocktails made with mezcal.

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What Is Tia Mia?

We are happy to present you the Tia Mia, a delightful smoky version of the Mai Tai.

The Mai Tai can be one of the most famous cocktails made with rum. This Cocktail,  which means “Out of This World” in Tahitian, was first created in the 1940s by Victor Jules Bergeron, better known as Trader Vic, in his tiki restaurant. 

The Tia Mia incorporates the essence of the Mai Tai while introducing some exciting new flavors to this special cocktail.

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Tia Mia Cocktail Recipe FAQ

Any expression works — the recipe lists our recommendation. Vida Clásico and Vida Puebla are approachable, versatile choices for most cocktails, while single village expressions like Chichicapa or Tobalá add more distinctive character.
Del Maguey mezcales are balanced rather than aggressively smoky. In a cocktail, the smoke softens into a warm, roasted-agave depth — citrus, sweetness, and dilution round it out, so the drink stays bright and easy to enjoy.
We recommend freshly squeezed every time. Bottled juice loses the aromatic oils and bright acidity that balance the mezcal, and the difference is easy to taste in a three- or four-ingredient recipe.
Yes. Agave syrup and simple syrup are usually interchangeable, most orange liqueurs can stand in for each other, and garnishes are flexible. Keep the mezcal, the citrus, and the proportions, and the drink will hold together.
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