Rum · Strong
Jungle Bird
A Kuala Lumpur tiki icon from 1978 — dark rum meets bitter Campari and tangy pineapple for a surprisingly complex tropical drink with a gorgeous deep crimson colour.
- Time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Tiki glass
Ingredients
- Dark rumDark rumDark rum is a type of rum that is aged longer in charred barrels, resulting in a rich, caramelized flavor profile with notes of molasses and spices. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Dark 'n' Stormy and Mai Tai.45 ml
- CampariCampariCampari is a bitter Italian aperitif made from a blend of herbs, fruits, and spices. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Negroni and Americano for its distinctive bitter flavor.20 ml
- Pineapple juicePineapple juicePineapple juice is a tropical fruit juice made from the flesh of pineapples, known for its sweet and tangy flavor. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Piña Colada and Mai Tai.45 ml
- Fresh lime juiceFresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe limes, commonly used in cocktails for its tart and citrusy flavor. It is a key ingredient in drinks like Margaritas and Daiquiris.15 ml
- Simple SyrupSimple SyrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar.15 ml
Gear
Method
- 1
Add dark rumdark rumDark rum is a type of rum that is aged longer in charred barrels, resulting in a rich, caramelized flavor profile with notes of molasses and spices. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Dark 'n' Stormy and Mai Tai., CampariCampariCampari is a bitter Italian aperitif made from a blend of herbs, fruits, and spices. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Negroni and Americano for its distinctive bitter flavor., pineapple juicepineapple juicePineapple juice is a tropical fruit juice made from the flesh of pineapples, known for its sweet and tangy flavor. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Piña Colada and Mai Tai., fresh lime juicefresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe limes, commonly used in cocktails for its tart and citrusy flavor. It is a key ingredient in drinks like Margaritas and Daiquiris., and simple syrupsimple syrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar. to a shaker filled with ice.
- 2
Shake hard for 12–15 seconds to create a frothy, well-chilled drink.
- 3
Strain into a tiki mug or rocks glass over fresh ice.
- 4
Garnish with a pineapple leaf fan and a maraschino cherry.
