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Trader Vic Zombie

Cultural Context

The Trader Vic Zombie cocktail originated in the 1930s at Trader Vic's, a famous Tiki bar in Oakland, California. This vibrant drink, known for its fruity flavors and potent rum blend, became a symbol of Tiki culture and the exotic escapism it offered during the mid-20th century. Today, the Zombie remains a popular choice at Tiki bars and tropical-themed parties, celebrated for its colorful presentation and complex flavor profile.

TikiUSdrink
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 1/2 ounces of rum
1/4 ounce of grenadine
1/2 ounce of orange curaçao
1 ounce of lemon juice
1/2 ounce of lime juice
2 1/2 ounces of orange juice
1/2 ounce of Dr. Bird rum
1/2 ounce of Appleton 8 rum
1 ounce of Hamilton False Idol 151 rum
1/2 ounce of Barbancourt Three Stars rum
1 dash of Peychaud's bitters
barspoon of Pernod

apricot brandy

🥗Healthier: peach schnapps

💰Cheaper: peach nectar

Peach schnapps offers a similar fruity flavor with lower calories.

light rum

🥗Healthier: coconut rum

💰Cheaper: white rum

Coconut rum adds a tropical twist while being budget-friendly.

dark rum

🥗Healthier: spiced rum

💰Cheaper: blackstrap rum

Spiced rum provides flavor depth at a lower cost.

grenadine

🥗Healthier: pomegranate juice

💰Cheaper: cherry syrup

Pomegranate juice is healthier while cherry syrup is often cheaper.

1

Start by adding 1 dash of Peychaud's bitters to the shaker.

2

Pour in 1/4 ounce of grenadine.

3

Add 1/2 ounce of orange curaçao.

4

Next, add 1 ounce of lemon juice.

5

Then, add 1/2 ounce of lime juice.

6

Pour in 2 1/2 ounces of orange juice.

7

Add 1/2 ounce of Dr. Bird rum.

8

Add 1/2 ounce of Appleton 8 rum.

9

Pour in 1 ounce of Hamilton False Idol 151 rum.

10

Add 1/2 ounce of Barbancourt Three Stars rum.

11

Shake the mixture well.

12

Float about a barspoon of Pernod on top.

13

Serve in a glass and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

mixingshaking

Equipment Needed

shaker

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

ZombieZombie Cocktail

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