Taste profile
Balanced, light, balanced, and balanced.
RumAdvancedHurricane glass
Cocktail guide
Zombie
Zombie combines Rum, Gold Rum, 151 Proof Rum, Pernod in a cocktail served in a hurricane glass. It is a strong fit for summer patio, date night and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.
Best for
Best for summer patio, date night.
Quick fact
The zombie is a tiki cocktail made of fruit juices, liqueurs, and various rums. It first appeared in late 1934, invented by Donn Beach at his Hollywood Don the Beachcomber restaurant. It was popularized on the East coast soon afterwards at the 1939 New York World's Fair.
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Ingredients
Everything in the glass.
How to make it
Build it step by step.
Language:
- 1Blend at high speed for no more than 5 seconds.
- 2Pour into a glass, add ice cubes to fill, then add the garnish.
- 3*Donn’s mix: Bring 3 crushed cinnamon sticks, 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
- 4Simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat and let sit for at least 2 hours before straining into a clean glass bottle.
- 5Then add 1 part of the syrup and 2 parts of fresh grapefruit juice together.
Method
Blended
Finish
Usually finished with Lime Juice.
Taste map
Strength
Balanced
Sweetness
Light
Sourness
Balanced
Bitterness
Balanced
Read: Zombie is a advanced alcoholic cocktail for summer patio with Rum, Gold Rum, 151 Proof Rum.
Texture and serve cues
✓Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
✓Frozen style
Glassware
Hurricane glass
Method
Blended
More to know before you make it
A fuller read on the drink.
Flavor & pairing
Expect a balanced profile with support from Rum, Gold Rum, 151 Proof Rum. Great with grilled food, tacos, chips, citrusy bites, or party snacks.
Serving & context
Serve in a hurricane glass and aim for a advanced prep that still feels polished in the glass. Zombie sits comfortably in the rum cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.
Background
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The zombie is a tiki cocktail made of fruit juices, liqueurs, and various rums. It first appeared in late 1934, invented by Donn Beach at his Hollywood Don the Beachcomber restaurant. It was popularized on the East coast soon afterwards at the 1939 New York World's Fair.
Reference cards
Base spirit
Rum
Category
Cocktail
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Hurricane glass
Method
Blended
Garnish
Usually finished with Lime Juice.
Sources and extras
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Reference note: Zombie (cocktail)
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