Zombie

The Zombie is a tropical and potent cocktail with a storied history in the world of tiki drinks. This exotic concoction typically blends light and dark rum with various fruit juices, such as pineapple and lime, along with a mix of sweet syrups.

What sets the Zombie apart is its complex and layered flavor profile; the combination of rums provides a rich, boozy base, while the fruit juices and syrups introduce sweet, sour, and spicy notes.

Served over crushed ice and often garnished with fruit and a sprig of mint, the Zombie is both visually captivating and a flavorful adventure, making it a favored choice for those seeking a tropical escape in a glass.

Ingredients

  • 30ml White Rum
  • 20ml Dark Rum
  • 15ml Triple sec
  • 30ml Orange juice
  • 15ml Lime juice
  • 15ml Simple syrup
  • 5ml Grenadine syrup
  • Garnish : cherry
  • Garnish : orange slice

Steps

  1. Pour all ingredients into a shaker, add ice and then shake
  2. Strain and pour into a highball glass filled with ice
  3. Stir using a bar spoon
  4. Garnish with a cherry and orange slice

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