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Jungle Bird

A citrusy and bitter tiki built around rum, with the classic proportions and service that make the Jungle Bird endure.

“Behold the Jungle Bird: a small expedition of aroma, ice, and excellent tropical judgment.”
Jungle Bird cocktail served in a rocks glass with pineapple leaf or lime

WHY THIS DRINK WORKS

The Jungle Bird works because dark or blackstrap rum, Campari, pineapple juice meet in deliberate proportion. Keep the method shaken, use fresh ice, and give the final garnish enough attention to finish the aroma without distracting from the drink.

Makes1 cocktail
Time5 minutes
GlassRocks glass
FinishPineapple leaf or lime

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz dark or blackstrap rum
  • 3/4 oz Campari
  • 1 1/2 oz pineapple juice
  • 1/2 oz lime juice
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup

Make it

  1. Shake with ice.
  2. Strain into a rocks glass over ice.
  3. Garnish with pineapple or lime.

Behind the bar

  • Chill the serving glass while you prepare the drink.
  • Taste balance depends on fresh citrus and accurate measurements.

KEEP THE BAR OPEN

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