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Zombie

Name: Zombie Cocktail
Yield: 1 cocktail
Cuisine: United States
Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz Dark Rum; 1 1/2 oz Gold Rum; 1 oz 151-Proof Demerara Rum; 3/4 oz Lime Juice; 1/2 oz Don's Mix; 1/2 oz Falernum; 1 tsp Grenadine; 4 dashes Pernod; 1 dash Angostura Bitters; 1 Mint Sprig

A powerful tiki classic with a blend of rums and tropical flavors.

Glass: Hurricane Glass
Base: Rum
Difficulty: Hard
Strength: Strong
Origin: United States

Ingredients

Dark Rum1 1/2 oz
Gold Rum1 1/2 oz
151-Proof Demerara Rum1 oz
Lime Juice3/4 oz
Don's Mix1/2 oz
Falernum1/2 oz
Grenadine1 tsp
Pernod4 dashes
Angostura Bitters1 dash
Mint Sprig garnish1

Steps

Add Dark Rum, Gold Rum, 151-Proof Demerara Rum, Pernod, Lime Juice, Don's Mix, Falernum, Grenadine, and Angostura Bitters to a blender.
Add 6 ounces of crushed ice to the blender.
Blend at high speed for no more than 5 seconds.
Pour the contents into a Hurricane Glass and add additional crushed ice to fill, if necessary.
Garnish with a Mint Sprig.

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About the Zombie

The Zombie is a tiki cocktail legend, created by Donn Beach in the 1930s. It combines multiple types of rum with citrus, falernum, and other tropical ingredients, resulting in a bold and balanced drink. Known for its potency, the Zombie is a party favorite that embodies the spirit of tiki culture. Perfect for those who enjoy strong and flavorful cocktails.

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