Thunderbird

Name: Thunderbird
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Bourbon — 40 ml (1 1/3 oz); Amaretto liqueur — 15 ml (1/2 oz); Pineapple juice — 20 ml (2/3 oz); Orange juice (freshly squeezed) — 20 ml (2/3 oz)

Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 17.5% ABV ∙

The Thunderbird is a shaken bourbon cocktail built with amaretto, pineapple juice, and orange juice, served up in a chilled coupe. Frothy and cold from the shake, the citrus tang cuts through a nutty sweetness while the finish stays warm and lingering.

Ingredients

Servings

Garnish

Pineapple wedge

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Shake all ingredients with ice: Bourbon 40 mlAmaretto liqueur 15 mlPineapple juice 20 mlOrange juice 20 ml
Fine strain into the chilled glass
Garnish with a pineapple wedge on the rim

Tips

Fine-strain after shaking to keep pineapple pulp and ice shards out of the coupe for a clean, glossy pour.
Use freshly squeezed orange juice rather than a carton version — it keeps the citrus from tasting flat against the amaretto.
Pre-chill the coupe before straining so the drink doesn't lose its chill before serving.

FAQ

What is a Thunderbird drink made of?

A Thunderbird is made of bourbon, amaretto liqueur, pineapple juice, and fresh orange juice, shaken with ice and fine-strained into a chilled coupe. It is garnished with a pineapple wedge and comes in at about 17.5% ABV and 154 calories per serving.

Is the Thunderbird drink still made today?

Yes, the Thunderbird is still made and enjoyed today, prized as a shaken bourbon cocktail brightened with amaretto and fruit juices.