Yellow Bird cocktail in a coupe — Lime juice

Yellow Bird Cocktail Recipe

white rum, galliano, triple sec, lime juice

History

The Yellow Bird is a Caribbean rum sour brightened with herbal Galliano. An IBA contemporary classic, it takes a golden vanilla-anise lift from the liqueur. Shake it cold and serve it up so the citrus stays sharp.

Ingredients

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How to make

  1. Shake rum, Galliano, triple sec, and lime juice with ice.
  2. Strain into a chilled coupe.
  3. Garnish with a lime wheel; some bars add a cherry.

Glassware

Coupe

A wide bowl shows aroma and holds stirred or shaken drinks without stemware tipping over as easily as a V-shaped martini glass.

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Yellow Bird FAQ

What ingredients are in a Yellow Bird?

A Yellow Bird is made with white rum, galliano, triple sec, and lime juice. Amounts and pantry matching are in the ingredients list on this page.

How do you make a Yellow Bird?

Shake rum, Galliano, triple sec, and lime juice with ice. Strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a lime wheel; some bars add a cherry.

What glass do you serve a Yellow Bird in?

Serve a Yellow Bird in a Coupe. A wide bowl shows aroma and holds stirred or shaken drinks without stemware tipping over as easily as a V-shaped martini glass.

Can I make a Yellow Bird with bottles I already own?

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