Cutwater Tiki Rum Mai Tai (12oz X 4pk) Cans This expression earned a Gold Medal at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, reinforcing Cutwater’s standing as one of the most decorated canned cocktail producers in the United States. Quick Facts: ABV: 12.5%  |  Origin: San Diego, California  |  Style: Ready-to-Drink Canned Cocktail  |  Distillery: Cutwater Spirits Production & Heritage Cutwater Spirits operates out of San Diego, California, where the distillery houses a 35-foot Vendome column still and a dedicated hybrid pot-and-column rig used for rum production. The Tiki Rum Mai Tai blends Cutwater’s own Barrel Aged Rum with Bali Hai Tiki Gold Rum—a spirit distilled from pure cane sugar that itself took Gold at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. That multi-rum foundation is what separates this canned cocktail from lighter, single-rum RTD alternatives: the barrel-aged component adds depth, while the gold rum brings brightness and tropical character. Tasting Notes Aroma: Fresh pineapple leads, followed by a wave of creamy coconut and bright citrus—lime and orange zest in particular. A faint sweetness ties everything together without overwhelming the fruit. Taste: The entry is juicy pineapple and smooth coconut, giving way to citrus zest and a rum-driven sweetness at mid-palate. A subtle almond note emerges toward the peak, nodding to traditional orgeat without heavy syrupy weight. The overall texture is smooth yet lively, balancing sweetness against tropical acidity. Finish: Lightly sweet with lingering pineapple and citrus that fade at a steady pace. A mellow rum warmth closes things out, keeping the finish clean rather than cloying. Directions Chill or drink on ice.