Hey everyone, it’s Anne Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m excited to share my take on a classic tiki drink – The Zombie Cocktail. This potent mix has been a favorite of mine since I first tried it on a beach vacation years ago. I’ve tweaked the recipe over time to suit my taste, and I think you’ll love this version too.
Fair warning: this cocktail packs a punch, so sip slowly! I like to make these when friends come over for a backyard barbecue or a movie night. The fruity flavors transport me to a tropical paradise, even when I’m just relaxing at home.
Don’t worry if you don’t have all the exact ingredients – I’ll share some easy substitutions. Ready to shake things up? Let’s dive into this delicious Zombie cocktail recipe.
Why Is It Called A Zombie Cocktail?
The most well-known origin tale for the name of the cocktail states that Donn Beach invented the Zombie to help one of his regulars recover from a hangover.
The patient claimed that the remedy made him feel like a “zombie” when Beach subsequently questioned how it had worked.
What To Serve With Zombie Cocktail?
Zombie Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
- Tall cocktail glass
- Cocktail shaker
Ingredients
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 dash Angostura bitters
- 1 ounce Passion fruit syrup
- ½ ounce grenadine
- ½ ounce 151-proof rum
- 1 ounce white rum
- Mint leaves maraschino cherry, or orange slice, for garnish
- 1 ounce pineapple juice
- 1½ ounces golden rum
Instructions
- Combine white rum, golden rum, pineapple juice, lime juice, passion fruit syrup, grenadine, and bitters in a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake until the outside of the shaker is frosty, about 30 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a tall glass or tiki glass filled with ice.
- Float the 151-proof rum onto the cocktail by slowly pouring it over the back of a spoon.
- Garnish with mint leaves, a maraschino cherry, or an orange slice, as desired.
