Yellow Bird cocktail in a coupe with a lime slice

Cocktail

Yellow Bird

How to make a Yellow Bird - the sunny tiki cocktail of white rum, Galliano, triple sec and lime. Fruity, exotic and wonderfully refreshing.

5 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)

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The Yellow Bird is a glowing tiki cocktail from the Caribbean: white rum, the vanilla-spiced Galliano and triple sec combine with fresh lime into a sunny drink. The golden-yellow color makes it a real eye-catcher. An exotic pleasure for holiday vibes in a glass.

Instructions

  1. Add white rum, Galliano, triple sec and lime juice to the shaker.
  2. Fill with ice cubes and shake vigorously.
  3. Strain into a pre-chilled coupe.
  4. Garnish with a lime slice and serve.

Garnish: Lime slice

Pro tip: Galliano has a powerful vanilla-anise flavor - dose it sparingly so it does not overpower the other aromas.

Frequently asked questions

What gives the Yellow Bird its yellow color?

The yellow color comes from the Italian herbal liqueur Galliano, which with its vanilla and anise notes also shapes the flavor.

Where does the Yellow Bird come from?

The Yellow Bird is a Caribbean tiki cocktail and was named after a Jamaican folk song of the same name.

Can I also serve the drink over ice?

Yes, the Yellow Bird can also be enjoyed in a tumbler filled with crushed ice as a longer, refreshing drink.

Ingredients

  • White rum4 cl
  • Galliano1.5 cl
  • Triple Sec1.5 cl
  • Fresh lime juice2 cl
  • Lime slice1 slice
  • Ice cubesas needed