An exotic and balanced tiki cocktail
The Jungle Bird is a tiki cocktail created in the 1970s at the Aviary Bar in the Kuala Lumpur Hilton in Malaysia. It combines dark rum with pineapple juice and Campari, creating a unique blend of sweetness and bitterness. Although not one of the most famous tiki drinks, Jungle Bird has won a loyal following thanks to its complex flavor profile. The drink is both fruity and bitter, making it a perfect balance between sweetness and strength.
- Type of drink: Cocktails Tiki cocktails
- Metod: Shaken cocktails
- Origin: Caribbean drinks
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 45 ml dark rum
- 20 ml Campari
- 15 ml lime juice
- 45 ml pineapple juice
- 10 ml syrup
- Ice cubes
- A pineapple slice or mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the dark rum, Campari, lime juice, pineapple juice and sugar syrup.
- Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
- Strain the drink into a lowball glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a slice of pineapple or a sprig of mint.
Pro tips
- Adjust the amount of Campari to adjust the bitterness of the drink.
- For best flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice and pineapple juice.
- For an extra tropical flavor, try using a honey-based syrup.
Find it online: https://puravida.se/en/drink-recipe/jungle-bird/