History & Heritage
“The Coffee Jungle Bird is a modern innovation, emerging from the craft cocktail movement of the 2010s. It's a natural evolution of the original Jungle Bird, with bartenders independently experimenting with the addition of coffee to complement the inherent coffee and chocolate notes in blackstrap rum and the bitter profile of Campari.”
Ingredients
Quality ingredients make all the difference. Each component plays a crucial role.
1.5 oz
0.8 oz
1.5 oz
0.5 oz
0.5 oz
2 dashes
Method
Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker.
Fill the shaker with ice.
Shake vigorously for 12-15 seconds until well-chilled and properly diluted.
Double-strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with a single large ice cube.
Glassware
Served in a chilled rocks glass
Garnish
Pineapple fronds and a cocktail cherry
A single, large pineapple frond and a high-quality cocktail cherry on a cocktail pick.
Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Use freshly pressed pineapple and lime juice for the best flavor.
A vigorous shake is crucial to achieve the desired frothy texture.
Don't skip the saline solution; it enhances and balances the flavors.
Variations & Riffs
Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Coffee Jungle Bird.
Other Variations
Coffee-Infused Campari
Infuse the Campari directly with coffee beans for a more subtle coffee note without adding extra sweetness.
Changes
Split Base Rums
Use a combination of blackstrap rum and a more assertively funky Jamaican rum for added complexity.
Changes
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