Three Little Birds
“This drink is a nod to Caribbean culture, the music that shaped it, and the joy of family. It was inspired by the sound of island music and the energy of my three children, who always remind me of the light, movement, and easy joy of home. Built on equal parts aged rum and fortified wine, it’s layered with pineapple and coconut for a familiar Piña Colada vibe, while a touch of jerk spice and an overproof rum float deliver small, fun bursts of flavor. It’s meant to mentally transport you to the countryside of St. Elizabeth: sitting with friends, eating jerk chicken, and sipping something cold and creamy in the heat.” —JW
Three Little Birds
1 ounce Ten to One dark rum
1 ounce amontillado sherry
1½ ounces pineapple juice
1 ounce Coco Lopez cream of coconut
1 dash Bitter End Jamaican Jerk bitters
¼ ounce Lemon Hart 151 rum
Garnish: 1 banana leaf circle (optional)
Whip all the ingredients (except the Lemon Hart rum), shaking with a few pieces of crushed ice just until incorporated. Dump into a pilsner or cocktail mug and fill with crushed ice. Float the Lemon Hart rum on top. Garnish with the banana leaf and serve with a straw.
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