The Tidepools Mai Tai…The Best So Far, But Worth It?

Location: Hyatt, Poipu

1. Presentation : standard
Score : 3

2. Flavour : noticeable lime undertone was a nice touch…this one tastes the way we would expect a classic Mai Tai to. At the moment it’s the standard to meet or beat.

Score : 4 plus

3. Location Ambiance : As close to authentic Polynesian as money can buy: the bar was set in a thatched roof structure surrounded by fish-filled pools and tiki torches. Décor was distinctly Polynesian with soft Hawaiian background music.
Score : 5

4. Psychomotor Effect : Slow onset and surprisingly minimal, given the large amount of dark rum visible. Could we be building up immunity already????
Score : 2

5. Server Enthusiasm : Native Hawaiian with a quiet sense of humour. Fast and efficient preparation. Clearly knew his stuff. A seasoned pro.
Score : 4

6. Cost : Are you sitting down? It’s a good thing we were. This drink comes in at a jaw-dropping $13 US, plus tip! After conversion to CDN dollars this was nearly a $20 drink! It’s a good thing they supplied bar nuts, because we blew our dinner budget on the drinks.
Score : 1

Overall Score : 3

The shock of the cost of this drink was partly offset by a free tour of the spectacular hotel and grounds: a sight to be seen.