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Jungle Bird Cocktail

Jungle Bird

Jungle Bird has an average of 170 calories and 43% alcohol content. The main type of alcohol is Dark Rum.

The Jungle Bird is a tropical cocktail that was created in the 1970s at the Aviary Bar in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is made with dark rum, Campari, pineapple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup, shaken and served over ice. The Jungle Bird is known for its bold and bittersweet flavor, with the Campari adding a distinctive bitterness that balances the sweetness of the pineapple juice. The cocktail is often garnished with a pineapple wedge and a cherry, adding to its exotic appeal.
Anker Ingredients

Jungle Bird Cocktail. Simple Ingredient List.

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• 1 1/2 oz Dark Rum
• 3/4 oz Campari
• 1/2 oz Lime Juice
• 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
• 1 1/2 oz Pineapple Juice
• Ice
• Pineapple wedge (for garnish)

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Instructions

How to Make a Jungle Bird

• Mix Ingredients: In a shaker, combine rum, Campari, lime juice, simple syrup, and pineapple juice with ice.
• Shake: Shake well until chilled.
• Strain and Serve: Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a pineapple wedge.

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Jungle Bird Cocktail

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Background and Origins of

Jungle Bird

The Jungle Bird is a tropical cocktail with a storied past that traces back to Malaysia in the late 20th century. It is a delightful blend of rum, Campari, lime juice, simple syrup, and pineapple juice, resulting in a unique balance of bitter and sweet flavors that has captivated cocktail enthusiasts worldwide. The Jungle Bird was created in 1978 at the Aviary Bar, located in the Hilton Kuala Lumpur. This bar, known for its aviary-themed decor, inspired the cocktail's exotic name. The drink was initially served as a welcome beverage to guests, designed to provide a refreshing and memorable start to their stay at the hotel. The Jungle Bird remained relatively obscure outside of Malaysia for many years. However, it began to gain international recognition in the early 2000s when tiki culture and craft cocktails experienced a revival. Bartenders and mixologists rediscovered the Jungle Bird and started featuring it on their menus, celebrating its unique combination of ingredients and its balanced taste.

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