Cocktail Queries is a Paste series that examines and answers basic, common questions that drinkers may have about mixed drinks, cocktails and spirits. Check out every entry in the series to date.

A brief history: In 1944, “Trader” Vic Bergeron invents a cocktail with a 17-year-old Jamaican rum and fresh lime to balance out the sweetened almond syrup and orange liqueur. It is sharp, lean, ...

Unlike many tropical cocktails that rely heavily on fruit juice and syrups, the balance of aged rum, lime juice, orgeat, and orange curaçao in a Mai Tai was crafted with intention. The Mai Tai can be ...

The Mai Tai is one of the most iconic cocktails of all time. The rummy tropical mix is simple, delicious, and super refreshing. It’s also one of the most bastardized cocktails ever. Syrupy flavor ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. What's in a Mai Tai? The original creator of the tiki drink says it shouldn't be overly sweet. (Photo: Trader Vic's Worldwide) One ...

“RumDood” Matthew Robold of 320 Main gives a step-by-step tutorial on how to make the perfect Mai Tai, plus where to find one in L.A. should you not be so DIY-inclined. You like drinking, sure, and ...

Lido Key Tiki Bar's "My Oh!" Mai Tai won our Sarasota's Best: Tropical Cocktail tasting this month--and in case you aren't able to make it to the beach, we've got the recipe so you can whip up your ...