The Mai Tai Swizzle came on to The Beachcomber’s menu during the 50’s. With fierce pressure to keep up with the competition, it was likely a response to the popularity of Vic’s rising sensation, the Mai Tai.Donn’s widow Phoebe however, attests that he invented the Mai Tai Swizzle in 1933, though 'it was not one of his favourites’ and it seems to have been removed from his drinks list sometime before 1937...
Pour all ingredients into a shaker, then add enough crushed ice to show above the surface of the liquid. Add in a couple of normal ice cubes that will act as 'agitators'.
Shake vigorously for around 15 seconds, until a light frosting starts to form on the outside of the shaker. Pour unstrained into a Double Old Fashioned glass. Top up with more crushed ice if there's room.
Create your garnish by first giving the mint a good slap to release the oils and then work it down the side of the glass into the ice.