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Jungle Bird-a-Rita

Jungle Bird-a-Rita cocktail icon

Flavor Profile: Fruity, floral, tart, gently bitter

Jungle Bird meets Margarita in this vibrant and playful hybrid. The Jungle Bird-a-Rita blends pineapple, Campari, and tequila with floral and spicy touches to create a tropical cocktail with attitude.

It started by accident—grabbing pineapple and Campari for a margarita idea—and quickly became something bigger. Hibiscus syrup and pomegranate-infused tequila add color and flavor. A splash of sour mix and a Tajín rim bring it all together.

Bright, bold, and totally sippable. This is a mashup you didn’t know you needed.

Jungle Bird-a-Rita

A bold, tropical mashup of the Jungle Bird and Margarita. Pineapple, Campari, tequila, and hibiscus create a tart, floral, and lightly bitter cocktail with a vibrant twist.
Servings: 1 Cocktail
Author: TJOD

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz Pineapple Juice
  • 1 oz Tequila
  • 1 oz Sour Mix*
  • 0.75 oz Orange Liqueur
  • 0.5 oz Pomegranate-Infused Tequila
  • 0.5 oz Campari
  • 0.5 oz Hibiscus Syrup
  • 6 drops Ginger Bitters

Instructions

  • Run a lime wedge around the rim of a margarita glass and roll in Tajin.
  • Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
  • Shake until well chilled.
  • Open pour into prepared glass with ice.
  • Garnish with a pineapple slice, hibiscus flower, or candy ring.

Notes

An accidental riff that hits all the right notes — fruity, floral, bitter, and zippy.
The homemade sour mix and hibiscus syrup bring a fresh twist.
Great for tiki lovers, margarita fans, or anyone craving a vibrant hybrid cocktail.
*Sour Mix:
1 part fresh lime juice
1 part fresh lemon juice
1 part simple syrup
1 part water

Love tequila twists? Explore more in our Jungle Bird collection or check out our full tequila cocktail list.

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