The Atomic Grog
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Thanks to Rhum Barbancourt for co-hosting a great event with Miami's Kaona Room, exposing us to some great new rums. Daniele and Billy Dalla Pola came up with the perfect cocktails, and their chef went above and beyold with a delicious dinner. #rum #rhumbarbancourt #rumdinner #kaonaroom #tikibar
November 15, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Thanks to Rhum Barbancourt for co-hosting a great event with Miami's Kaona Room, exposing us to some great new rums. Daniele and Billy Dalla Pola came up with the perfect cocktails, and their chef went above and beyold with a delicious dinner. #rum #rhumbarbancourt #rumdinner #kaonaroom #tikibar
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
#rum #maikairum #miamirumfestival #miamirumrenaissance #miamirumfest #rumrenaissance #rumfest #rumfestival
November 10, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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
#rum #maikairum #miamirumfestival #miamirumrenaissance #miamirumfest #rumrenaissance #rumfest #rumfestival
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
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
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
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
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
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
Hulaween is back at the Mai-Kai with Slip and the Spinouts rocking the Molokai bar.
#maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween #polynesianrestaurant #tikibar #tikirestaurant #tiki #floridatiki
#maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween #polynesianrestaurant #tikibar #tikirestaurant #tiki #floridatiki
November 1, 2025 at 4:16 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
#maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween #polynesianrestaurant #tikibar #tikirestaurant #tiki #floridatiki
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
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
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
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
Watch an exclusive tour of all the Hulaween installations at the Mai-Kai with Tom Fowner! Get inside info and details from one of the artists (along with LuRu) who created the elaborate scenes. Now on YouTube: youtu.be/NqCIo-Ztk8o #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween
Hulaween 2025 Guided Tour of the Mai-Kai with artist Tom Fowner
YouTube video by Atomic Grog
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October 29, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Watch an exclusive tour of all the Hulaween installations at the Mai-Kai with Tom Fowner! Get inside info and details from one of the artists (along with LuRu) who created the elaborate scenes. Now on YouTube: youtu.be/NqCIo-Ztk8o #maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween
Get your discounted tickets now before prices go up on Nov. 1 for the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival in Coral Gables on Nov. 8-9. This includes the grand tasting on Sunday, plus Saturday seminars that will include the development of the new Mai-Kai Rum No. 1. www.rumrenaissance.com
Rum Renaissance Festival - the ultimate rum tasting event
Savvy consumers and professionals attend the annual Rum Renaissance Festival and tasting events in South Florida to discover the finest rums in the world.
www.rumrenaissance.com
October 29, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Get your discounted tickets now before prices go up on Nov. 1 for the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival in Coral Gables on Nov. 8-9. This includes the grand tasting on Sunday, plus Saturday seminars that will include the development of the new Mai-Kai Rum No. 1. www.rumrenaissance.com
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
#maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween #polynesianrestaurant #tikibar #tikirestaurant #tiki #floridatiki
October 19, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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
#maikai #maikairestaurant #maikaihulaween #polynesianrestaurant #tikibar #tikirestaurant #tiki #floridatiki
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
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).
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
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
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
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
It was a pleasure to join Ellie and Ryley live from the Mai-Kai for a fun discussion of my Tiki journey and the return of the Polynesian Palace. Check out the video on their YouTube channel and the audio podcast on Spotify, Apple Music and other services. youtu.be/f_PhK41sIZU?... #maikai #atomicgrog
Episode 16 Jim "Hurricane" Hayward
YouTube video by The Tiki Talk Show
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October 4, 2025 at 4:21 PM
It was a pleasure to join Ellie and Ryley live from the Mai-Kai for a fun discussion of my Tiki journey and the return of the Polynesian Palace. Check out the video on their YouTube channel and the audio podcast on Spotify, Apple Music and other services. youtu.be/f_PhK41sIZU?... #maikai #atomicgrog
New on Spike's Breezeway: A look behind the scenes at the Mai-Kai with artist Scott "Flounder" Scheidly as he details the restoration, replication and creation of hundreds of lamps. Watch Scott share tips and tricks as he makes a signature lamp. youtu.be/4sytnfV1aP4?... #maikai #tikilamps
Secrets of the Mai Kai’s Famous Lamps
YouTube video by Spike's Breezeway Cocktail Hour
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October 4, 2025 at 2:49 AM
New on Spike's Breezeway: A look behind the scenes at the Mai-Kai with artist Scott "Flounder" Scheidly as he details the restoration, replication and creation of hundreds of lamps. Watch Scott share tips and tricks as he makes a signature lamp. youtu.be/4sytnfV1aP4?... #maikai #tikilamps
Watch Spike take on the famous Kona Coffee Grog from the Mai-Kai on his YouTube channel ... youtu.be/eWKeBpY58zY?...
The Most Dangerous Tiki Cocktail Ever
YouTube video by Tiki Cocktails With Spike
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September 24, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Watch Spike take on the famous Kona Coffee Grog from the Mai-Kai on his YouTube channel ... youtu.be/eWKeBpY58zY?...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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