Jungle Bird
The Jungle Bird is a tropical classic that beautifully balances the rich depth of dark rum with the tangy brightness of pineapple and lime, all tied together by a subtle bitterness from Campari. It's a vibrant, complex cocktail that transports you to a lush paradise with every sip.
- Dark rum45 ml (1.5 oz)Jamaican rum preferred for its bold flavor
- Campari25 ml (0.75 oz)Provides a distinct bitter note
- Pineapple juice45 ml (1.5 oz)Freshly pressed if possible
- Lime juice15 ml (0.5 oz)Freshly squeezed
- Simple syrup15 ml (0.5 oz)1:1 sugar to water ratio
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Strainer
- Bar spoon
- Rocks glass
Fill your shaker with ice.
Add the dark rum, Campari, pineapple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.
Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
Garnish with a pineapple wedge and a sprig of mint.
- Striking balance of sweet, sour, and bitter flavors.
- Features the unique use of Campari in a tropical setting.
- Visually stunning, perfect for Instagram-worthy moments.
- A crowd-pleaser at summer parties and tiki nights.
- Easy to customize for personal taste preferences.
The Jungle Bird was first mixed in 1978 at the Aviary Bar in the Kuala Lumpur Hilton, Malaysia. Originally served as a welcome drink to hotel guests, it quickly gained a cult following due to its unique marriage of tropical fruit and bitter herbal notes. It remained a regional curiosity until tiki revivalists rediscovered it in the early 2000s, and today, it's celebrated worldwide as one of the few tiki drinks to feature a bitter liqueur.
A pineapple wedge and a sprig of fresh mint. The pineapple adds tropical flair and aroma, while the mint provides a fresh, inviting scent when you bring the glass to your lips.
Approximate per serving: 180 calories, 0g fat, 22g carbohydrates, 1g protein. Contains alcohol.