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The Zombie
The Zombie is a classic Tiki drink from Don the Beachcomber, whose famous bar in Los Angeles helped bring on the Tiki Craze of the 1930s.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
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1 1/2
oz
Jamaican or dark Rum
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1 1/2
oz
Gold Rum
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1
oz
Demerara Rum
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1/2
oz
Velvet Falernum
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1
oz
Grapefruit Juice
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3/4
oz
Lime Juice
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1/2
oz
Cinnamon Syrup
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1/4
oz
Grenadine
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1
bar spoon Absinthe
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2
dashes Angostura Bitters
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1
sprig Mint
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Crushed Ice
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Fill a cocktail shaker halfway up with crushed ice.
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Add all the ingredients except for the mint.
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Seal the shaker and shake until very cold, about 15 seconds.
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Pour the Zombie into a Tiki or other tall glass.
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Slap the mint sprig onto the palm of your hand to wake up the oils in the leaves and garnish the finished cocktail.
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You may add a cocktail cherry and a straw if you desire.