The Zombie is a potent tropical rum cocktail combining passion fruit and plum juices with three types of rum for depth and heat. Its layered spirit blend and fresh citrus profile make it a classic tiki-era favorite.
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Add cracked ice and agitate for full minute in electric mixing machine (if none available, shake very well in cocktail shaker), and strain into 14 oz frosted zombie glass.
Decorate with 1/4" square of pineapple and 1 green and 1 red cherry, also sprig of fresh mint dipped in powdered sugar.
Serve with straws.
Best served fresh immediately after mixing. Do not store pre-batched cocktails; the high proof spirits and fresh citrus degrade flavor within hours.
cocktail shaker · jigger · bar strainer · citrus juicer
Yes. Substitute the 2/3 oz of 151-proof Demerara rum with an equal amount of standard (80-proof) Demerara or dark rum, though the drink will be less potent and lack the signature burn.
Angostura bitters is traditional, but Peychaud's or any aromatic bitters will work. Use just one dash to avoid overpowering the fruit flavors.
Substitute with fresh pineapple juice or guava juice, and reduce powdered sugar to 1/2 tsp to avoid over-sweetening.
Shake vigorously with ice for 10–15 seconds until chilled and frothy. Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Yes, use 1/2 oz of Pernod, Pastis, or any other anise liqueur. The flavor will shift slightly but the structure remains sound.
