Famous Bird

Famous Bird is a layered Jungle Bird riff that spins out of a remix on another remix. Originally based on Matthias Soberon’s mashup of the Jungle Bird and Last Word, this version from Kelly Glancy nudges closer to the “Almost Famous” by dialing up the tropical flair and dialing down the bitterness.

With mezcal, yellow Chartreuse, Aperol, pineapple, and lime, it balances smoke and sweetness with a soft bitter note — a modern tiki drink with a lot of personality.

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Famous Bird

A smoky and tropical Jungle Bird riff featuring mezcal, yellow Chartreuse, and Aperol. Bright pineapple and lime juices round out this bold yet balanced variation.

Author: TJOD

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz Mezcal
• 1 oz Yellow Chartreuse
• 1 oz Aperol
• 1 oz Pineapple Juice
• 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice

Instructions

• Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
• Shake well until chilled.
• Fine strain into a rocks glass over a single large cube.
• Garnish with pineapple fronds and a dehydrated lime wheel.
• Optional: Add a Jungle Bird pin for flair.

Notes

Yellow Chartreuse and Aperol add herbal depth and balanced bitterness, while pineapple and mezcal bring smoky tropical vibes.
 One of our favorite Jungle Bird riffs.

Whether you’re exploring mashups or inventing your own riffs, the Famous Bird shows how flexible the Jungle Bird template can be. Want more takes like this? Check out the full Jungle Bird riff collection.