What ingredients are in a The Galah?

1 shot Dark Rum, 1 shot Campari, 1/2 shot Creme de Banane, Top Pineapple juice, Top Lime juice

What glass do you use for a The Galah?

A The Galah is traditionally served in a Collins glass.

How strong is a The Galah?

A The Galah has an estimated ABV of 22.21%.

How many calories are in a The Galah?

A The Galah contains approximately 281 calories per serving.

The Galah

Glass Collins glass

Difficulty Medium

Calories ~281 kcal

ABV 22.21%

Ingredients

Dark Rum 1 shot
Campari 1 shot
Creme de Banane 1/2 shot
Pineapple juice Top
Lime juice Top

Instructions

Mix together the alcoholic portions and top with Pineapple and Lime juice.

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The Galah is an Australian-inspired cocktail combining dark rum, Campari, crème de banane, pineapple juice, and lime juice, built over ice in a collins glass. Named after the Australian pink-and-grey cockatoo, its combination of bitter Campari and sweet tropical flavors reflects the vivid, contrasting character of its namesake bird. The combination of dark rum and Campari creates a complex bittersweet backbone.

History & Origins

The Galah is a modern cocktail of disputed origin, likely created in an Australian bar or by an Australian bartender seeking to create a drink with character that referenced local culture. The name refers to the galah bird (Eolophus roseicapilla), a common and distinctive Australian parrot. The drink's combination of international spirits — Campari, dark rum, crème de banane — reflects the globalized nature of contemporary Australian bar culture.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bitter orange from the Campari, dark rum's molasses and vanilla, and sweet banana with tropical pineapple and lime zest. Palate: Complex and layered — Campari's bitterness provides structure against dark rum's richness; crème de banane and pineapple juice add tropical sweetness, and lime brings tartness that keeps the drink lively. Finish: Bittersweet, tropical, and refreshing with lingering Campari and rum warmth.

bitter tropical banana molasses citrus

Pro Tip

Balance the Campari by adjusting the pineapple and lime juice ratio to taste — more lime makes it sharper, more pineapple makes it sweeter.

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