1 serving
Bird of Paradise ingredients
These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Tequila Reposado | 37.5 ml | 3.8 cl | 1.3 oz | 2.5 parts |
 Crème de cacao | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1.5 parts |
 Amaretto | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
 Heavy Cream | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 3 parts |
 Nutmeg (optional) | 1 pinch | — | — | Optional |
Garnish: A very light central dusting of freshly grated nutmeg
Method
How to make Bird of Paradise
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one shallow coupe and grate only enough nutmeg for a light final dusting.
- 02
Measure reposado tequila, white crème de cacao, amaretto, and whipping cream into a shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker with fresh hard ice.
- 04
Shake firmly until thoroughly cold and the cream is lightly aerated.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled coupe without ice fragments.
- 06
Finish with only the light central nutmeg dusting and serve without another garnish.
Tasting profile
What does Bird of Paradise taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sweetness (4/5) and strength (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Bird of Paradise questions
What is in a Bird of Paradise?
Kokto’s build uses tequila reposado, crème de cacao, amaretto, and heavy cream, with optional items shown separately in the table.
How long does a Bird of Paradise take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a Bird of Paradise prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Bird of Paradise alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B211https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/216/bird-of-paradise · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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