A tropical, rum-forward cocktail with a sophisticated bitter edge from Campari. The Jungle Bird combines dark rum, pineapple juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and Campari to create a layered, vibrant drink with both sweetness and depth.
📋 Cocktail Overview
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🍸 Style: Tiki / Tropical
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🌿 Flavor Profile: Bitter, fruity, slightly smoky
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🕰 Time to Make: 5 minutes
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🥃 Glassware: Rocks glass or tiki mug
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🧊 Method: Shaken
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Cocktail shaker
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Jigger or measuring tool
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Strainer
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Rocks glass or tiki mug
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Bar spoon
1. Prepare the Glass
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Fill a rocks glass or tiki mug with ice.
2. Shake the Cocktail
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In a cocktail shaker, add:
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1½ oz dark rum
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¾ oz Campari
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1½ oz pineapple juice
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½ oz lime juice
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½ oz simple syrup
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Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well-chilled.
3. Strain & Serve
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Strain the mixture over fresh ice in the prepared glass.
4. Garnish & Finish
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Garnish with a pineapple wedge, lime wheel, or a classic maraschino cherry.
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Optionally, add a small pineapple leaf for a tiki-style presentation.
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Rum Options: Blackstrap rum adds a smoky, molasses-rich flavor, while Jamaican rum offers bold, funky notes.
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Campari Substitution: If Campari is too bitter, try Aperol or Cappelletti for a slightly lighter, sweeter version.
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Frozen Jungle Bird: Blend all ingredients with ice for a slushy, summer-friendly twist.
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Spicy Jungle Bird: Add a splash of spiced rum or a dash of chili bitters for warmth and complexity.
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Coconut Twist: Substitute coconut rum for a creamy, tropical variation.
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Food: BBQ pork sliders, grilled pineapple skewers, or coconut shrimp
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Snacks: Plantain chips, spicy nuts, or teriyaki chicken bites
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Dessert: Pineapple upside-down cake, dark chocolate truffles, or banana fritters
Ingredients
Directions
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Cocktail shaker
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Jigger or measuring tool
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Strainer
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Rocks glass or tiki mug
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Bar spoon
1. Prepare the Glass
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Fill a rocks glass or tiki mug with ice.
2. Shake the Cocktail
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In a cocktail shaker, add:
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1½ oz dark rum
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¾ oz Campari
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1½ oz pineapple juice
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½ oz lime juice
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½ oz simple syrup
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Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well-chilled.
3. Strain & Serve
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Strain the mixture over fresh ice in the prepared glass.
4. Garnish & Finish
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Garnish with a pineapple wedge, lime wheel, or a classic maraschino cherry.
-
Optionally, add a small pineapple leaf for a tiki-style presentation.
-
Rum Options: Blackstrap rum adds a smoky, molasses-rich flavor, while Jamaican rum offers bold, funky notes.
-
Campari Substitution: If Campari is too bitter, try Aperol or Cappelletti for a slightly lighter, sweeter version.
-
Frozen Jungle Bird: Blend all ingredients with ice for a slushy, summer-friendly twist.
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Spicy Jungle Bird: Add a splash of spiced rum or a dash of chili bitters for warmth and complexity.
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Coconut Twist: Substitute coconut rum for a creamy, tropical variation.
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Food: BBQ pork sliders, grilled pineapple skewers, or coconut shrimp
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Snacks: Plantain chips, spicy nuts, or teriyaki chicken bites
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Dessert: Pineapple upside-down cake, dark chocolate truffles, or banana fritters