How to Mix a Zombie

Once you’ve looked at the ingredients, it may be easy to determine how this very old-school, classic fruity cocktail got its name. Sure it’s a nice Halloween party companion beverage to the Vampire’s Delight, but the Zombie is most likely to have garnered its name from what its drinker becomes after even one. The Zombie features two kinds of rum and a cacophony of spirits and sweets. Of all the many "familiar" cocktails, the Zombie is the most likely to be different from venue to venue. Here's a delicious recipe that's sure to delight.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1/2 oz. Creme de Almond
• 1 oz. Light Rum
• 1/2 oz. Rum, overproof/151 proof
• 1/2 oz. Triple Sec
• 1 1/2 oz. Orange Juice
• 1 1/2 oz. Sour Mix
• 1 whole Cherries/Maraschinos
• Glass
• Cocktail Shaker

How to Mix a Zombie

1. Fill shaker with ice.

2. Add crème de Almond, light rum, triple sec, orange juice, and sour mix.

3. Strain the above into a Collins glass.

4. Float the 151 rum on top.

5. Garnish with cherry.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure you keep an eye out on your drinkers when serving this cocktail.
• Never serve drinks at your party without making sure everybody has a designated driver.

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