Tropical, bitter and a little unexpected, Daddy's J-Bird is inspired by the Jungle Bird, the classic cocktail that brings together pineapple and the distinctive bitterness of Campari. J-Bird captures that same sweet-bitter tension in a concentrated cocktail syrup, with juicy pineapple balanced by a bracing bitter edge. Add citrus and bubbles for an easy zero-proof drink, or use it to bring tropical fruit and complexity to your favorite non-alcoholic spirit.
Why We Love It
Pineapple can get sweet fast, but J-Bird has enough bitterness to keep things interesting. We love that it gives you several pieces of a sophisticated cocktail in one bottle: fruit, sweetness and bitterness are already there, so you don't need a bar cart full of ingredients to make something that tastes properly grown-up.
How to Drink Daddy's J-Bird
For the easiest serve, pour ¾ oz J-Bird and ½ oz fresh lime juice over ice, top with about 5 oz sparkling water and give it a stir. It's bright, tropical and pleasantly bitter all on its own, or use J-Bird with a non-alcoholic dark rum when you want to lean into its Jungle Bird roots.
Cheeky & Dry Signature Serve: Shake ¾ oz Daddy's J-Bird, 1½ oz non-alcoholic dark rum and ½ oz fresh lime juice with ice. Strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass and top with 1½ oz sparkling water. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and lime wheel. Juicy pineapple, dark rum notes and that bitter finish make this one feel considerably more cocktail than mocktail.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Ripe pineapple with citrus and bittersweet aromatics
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Palate: Juicy tropical fruit, bright acidity and a firm bitter edge
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Finish: Lingering pineapple and pleasantly bracing bitterness
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Body: Rich and concentrated, becoming bright and lively when mixed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Daddy's J-Bird non-alcoholic?
Yes. Daddy's J-Bird is a non-alcoholic cocktail syrup and can be used to make completely alcohol-free drinks.
What does Daddy's J-Bird taste like?
J-Bird combines tropical pineapple with pronounced bitterness inspired by Campari. The result is fruity and bittersweet rather than simply sweet.
What is J-Bird inspired by?
J-Bird takes its inspiration from the Jungle Bird, the classic tropical cocktail known for combining pineapple, lime, dark rum and bitter Campari.
How do I make a non-alcoholic drink with J-Bird?
Daddy's recommends combining ¾ oz J-Bird with ½ oz lime juice and 5 oz seltzer over ice. You can also pair it with a non-alcoholic dark rum or gin for a more spirit-forward cocktail.
Does J-Bird need to be mixed with a non-alcoholic spirit?
Not at all. One of the best things about J-Bird is that citrus and sparkling water are enough to make a complete drink.
Product Details
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Brand: Daddy's Cocktail Syrups
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Product: J-Bird Syrup
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Type: Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Syrup
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Size: 8 oz / 237 mL
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ABV: 0.0%
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Made in: Portland, Oregon
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Sweetener: Organic cane sugar
