The mai tai is a classic cocktail that dates back to the 1940s and tiki bar chain Trader Vic's. We asked an expert for rum ...

"It's similar to Bacardi's types of stills, so they'll make a rum similar to Bacardi – quite light, easy drinking, easy ...

White rum pairs better with minty flavors, as it's "fresh and light," whereas other types of rum might alter the delicate ...