Zombie (Modern Version)
The Zombie cocktail was created in 1934 in Hollywood by legendary bartender Don Beach (also known as Don the Beachcomber). It is a quintessential tropical cocktail. The name is said to come from the drink's ability to make people walk like zombies due to its high alcohol content. It is a hallmark of American Tiki culture, blending various flavors of Caribbean rum and tropical fruit elements.
- Flavor
- The layers of three types of rum interweave with a perfect balance of tropical fruits and spices, creating a rich and complex flavor profile with a strong Caribbean influence, making it a classic representation of Tiki culture.
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Glassware
- Hurricane Glass
Ingredients
13 ingredients
Method
- 01
Add all the rums to a shaker.
- 02
Add the various syrups and fruit juices in sequence.
- 03
Add the lime juice and grapefruit juice.
- 04
Add a small amount of clove powder and Angostura bitters.
- 05
Finally, add a few drops of anise liqueur to add complexity.
- 06
Shake well with ice and double strain.
- 07
Pour into a hurricane glass filled with crushed ice.
- 08
Garnish with a sprig of mint and a cherry.
Know your pour
- What does it taste like?
- The layers of three types of rum interweave with a perfect balance of tropical fruits and spices, creating a rich and complex flavor profile with a strong Caribbean influence, making it a classic representation of Tiki culture.
- Which glass should I use?
- Hurricane Glass
- Is it beginner-friendly?
- Expert