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Just a small sample of the many great sips we enjoyed and people we met at yesterday's Miami Rum Renaissance Festival ...

#rum #maikairum #miamirumfestival #miamirumrenaissance #miamirumfest #rumrenaissance #rumfest #rumfestival
November 10, 2025 at 7:06 PM
We learned a lot at the Miami Rum Festival about the development of Mai-Kai Rum No. 1 from Adrienne Stoner of Maison Ferrand and Cory Starr, Mai-Kai beverage director. On Sunday, you can sample hundreds more at the Grand Tasting. More at RumRenaissance.com and AtomicGrog.com #maikairum #miamirumfest
November 9, 2025 at 4:55 AM
Mahalo to Cory Starr and Michael DeMahy for last night's preview of Mai-Kai Rum No. 1. We were treated to sample sips plus four reconfigured cocktails using the new 100-proof blend. Get another taste Friday and Saturday at the Miami Rum Fest. Event preview: wp.me/p1xHjT-9A3 #maikairum #miamirumfest
November 8, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Mai-Kai Rum No. 1 to make a splash during Miami Rum Festival. Enjoy a sneak preview Thursday at the Mai-Kai, learn more at Saturday's seminar day, then sip along with hundreds of other spirits at Sunday's Grand Tasting. Full details at AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-9A3 #maikairum #miamirumfestival
November 5, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Hulaween is back at the Mai-Kai with Slip and the Spinouts rocking the Molokai bar.

#maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween #polynesianrestaurant #tikibar #tikirestaurant #tiki #floridatiki
November 1, 2025 at 4:16 AM
Before you head to the Mai-Kai for Hulaween, check out the Atomic Grog's reviews and ratings of all the deadly cocktails created just for this occasion. Special menus in both the Bora Bora and Molokai bars available through Sunday. wp.me/p1xHjT-8W6 #maikai #maikaicocktails #tikicocktails #tikidrinks
October 31, 2025 at 4:27 PM
In less than 24 hours, we'll be fully immersed in the Hulaween madness at the Mai-Kai! Happy hour runs from 4 to 7, Slip and the Spinouts crank out the rockabilly tunes starting at 5:30, and the party continues all night in the Bora Bora and Molokai bars. #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween
October 30, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Have you seen the Mai-Kai's haunted gardens? Get the full Hulaween experience this week, culminating with Friday's costume party and live music from Slip and the Spinouts! Full story: wp.me/p1xHjT-8Dm #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween
October 27, 2025 at 9:28 PM
NEW: Halloween cocktails invade the Mai-Kai for October. Featuring fire, smoke and detailed theming, the new drinks capture the spirit of the season. Check out our ratings and reviews of these scary offerings: at AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-8W6 #maikai #maikaicocktails #tikicocktails #tikidrinks
October 24, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Mai-Kai October update at AtomicGrog.com: Hulaween returns bigger than ever, new food menu debuts. Halloween revelry and artistic decor have engulfed the historic restaurant. Check out the preview, a review of the new food menu, plus more. wp.me/p1xHjT-8Dm #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween
October 24, 2025 at 12:59 AM
The unwelcome Hulaween intruders have taken over the Tiki garden at the Mai-Kai, inching closer to penetrating the interior. Be wary on your walk through the jungle ...

#maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween #polynesianrestaurant #tikibar #tikirestaurant #tiki #floridatiki
October 19, 2025 at 9:19 PM
I'm breaking in the Trader Vic's 90th anniversary mug, designed by Tiki Rob (RIP) and acquired during Inuhele, with my Tropical Thunder Express cocktail (recipe at AtomicGrog.com). Get the mug at TraderVics.com for 50% off! I'll be back in Atlanta with a new seminar in 2026 (tickets at Inuhele.com).
October 15, 2025 at 2:44 AM
A disturbing new guest greets you at the Mai-Kai this Hulween season. A sea monster and ancient Tiki god have been awakened by rampaging skeleton pirates. Stay tuned for the full story. Great work by Tom Fowner and Luru. #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween #polynesianrestaurant #tiki
October 14, 2025 at 1:03 AM
NEW: The 16 most iconic photo spots at the Mai-Kai. Learn how to get those classic shots at the vintage Tiki temple with exclusive tips, history, tons of photos plus video from Spike's Breezeway. Go to AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-9tq #maikai #maikairestaurant #tiki #spikesbreezeway #floridatiki
October 6, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Check out The Tiki Times on The Atomic Grog for all the latest happenings, plus photo-video recaps of many past events and a sneak preview of 2026 at AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/P1xHjT-2nu #tiki #tikievents
September 16, 2025 at 7:32 PM
MAI-KAI BAR UPDATES: New cocktails and Cannibal mug revealed, Rum No. 1 on the way. We break down the five new drinks and share details on the signature rum, plus more to come. Go to AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-8W6 #maikai #maikaicocktails #tikicocktail #tikidrink #maikairum #tikimug #tikioasis
September 15, 2025 at 9:21 PM
NEWS: Mai-Kai at Tiki Oasis, new mug release, upcoming events, video and media blitz, more! Check out The Atomic Grog's in-depth report featuring photos, video and more. For the full story, go to AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-8Dm #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikairum #tiki #tikimug #tikioasis
September 15, 2025 at 1:34 AM
The Mai-Kai recently welcomed artist Jeff Granito, who joined manager Kern Mattei and creative director Typhoon Tommy Allsmiller for an impromptu rum tasting. Find out what rums they were drinking and get the latest Mai-Kai news, coming soon to AtomicGrog.com #maikai #maikairestaurant #jeffgranito
September 10, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Behold the Jungle Bum, served at Tiki Oasis 2025 during the Mcbiff Cocktail Hour. Find out how to make one of the tastiest drinks we had all weekend as part of our recap of the 25th annual event in San Diego at AtomicGrog.com or wp.me/p1xHjT-9o9 #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikicocktail #tikidrink
September 3, 2025 at 9:24 PM
NEW at AtomicGrog.com: Relive Tiki Oasis 2025 with photos, video and a room party cocktail. Check out our full recap of firsthand reports on the 25th anniversary of the world's first (and largest) event celebrating the Polynesian Pop revival. wp.me/p1xHjT-9o9 #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikievent
September 1, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Grab the new cannibal mug (from Sven Kirsten and Tiki Farm) on your next visit to the Mai-Kai gift shop. I also picked up a nifty pin featuring the iconic three cannibals logo. #maikai #maikairestaurant #tiki #tikimugs #tikifarm #svenkirsten #tikiart
August 29, 2025 at 1:43 AM
A recent visit to the Mai-Kai's Tahiti Room included the Chocolate Snowflake and Mai-Kai Blizzard, two after-dinner drinks that complete our tasting of every official cocktail since the reopening. See the updated list, including new Bora Bora Bar cocktails: wp.me/p1xHjT-9c1 #maikai #maikaicocktails
August 25, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Did you know the Mai-Kai sells classic exotica albums? Also spotted in the gift shop: New hooded sweatshirts with the signature three cannibals, new Mcbiff aloha shirts, and a full supply of handmade pendants from Tiki Ray Kieffer. #maikai #maikairestaurant #tiki #tikiart #tikimusic #mcbiff #tikiray
August 24, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Aug. 25 will mark 25 years since Ohio's Kahiki Supper Club closed. The Kahiki's legacy will be celebrated in Columbus at an event and film screening of The Donn of Tiki at the Drexel Theatre on Aug. 26. www.dispatch.com/story/lifest...
August 22, 2025 at 7:03 PM
The main stage at Tiki Oasis 2025 was a blast from the past, with some of the event's most notable bands returning for the 25th anniversary. Check out the live video playlist on our YouTube channel ... www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... #tikioasis #tikioasis2025 #tikievent #tikimusic #surfmusic
August 19, 2025 at 2:13 AM