The recipe for the Zombie cocktail is quite complicated and requires a certain inventory available to the bartender. At the same time, it has a refreshing tropical taste and a simply murderous fortress. According to rumors, two drunk cocktails "Zombies" are equivalent to at least seven "Manhattan", but because such a drink is very much appreciated among the young public. Despite the pretentious name, the cocktail was invented back in 1934, since then it has remained one of the few drinks that are not only remembered, but also prepared all over the world.
Brief excerpts from history
It is authentically known that the author, who came up with the recipe for the Zombie cocktail, was the bartender Don Beechcomber at the Don Beach establishment. The man noted that the key task of the drink is “to put the dead on its feet,” however, the public basically ordered this position just for the opposite effect. The real recipe for the Zombie cocktail has been kept a secret for a long time. Even the creator himself prepared the drink according to at least 3 different options from 1934 to 1956. He tried to achieve the perfect proportion of tropical taste and strength, eventually achieving the desired perfection. For the first time, the original Zombie cocktail recipe appeared in the opus of Jeff Berry SIPPIN SAFARI.
Effect on the body
"Zombies" is known as a means that can even knock down a bull, with the proper proportion, of course. Cocktails with golden rum, as well as an additional alcohol base, are distinguished by a rather high strength. The same can be said about "Zombies." However, in this drink there are as many as four varieties of rum. So, for example, a friend of Don, to whom he served a cocktail in front of the road, on his return noted that he felt like a zombie, which, with his light hand, was the first step in spreading the reputation of the drink. In 1940, pianist Fats Woller presented his composition "Abercrombie had" Zombies ", with which the general desire of the public to try a new cocktail began.
The composition of the drink includes at least 80 ml of pure and very strong alcohol. By mixing the ingredients, the effect of consumption appears much faster, so "Zombies" are called a very strong cocktail. Drinking it is recommended separately, without "intertwining" with other alcoholic beverages. Almost immediately dizziness, euphoria, and subsequently apathy and some lethargy ensue. Not all bars serve cocktails because of the high cost of the ingredients.
Inventory required for cooking
The recipe for the Zombie cocktail is somewhat capricious in terms of the choice of containers, as well as the cooking process. The bartender will need a number of tools, such as:
- familiar cocktail glasses are best replaced with tall or stylized tropical ones;
- ice tongs;
- a shaker in which you need to mix all the ingredients;
- strainer, because the composition of the drink has citrus fruits;
- spin for fruits;
- measuring cup (jigger);
- tubules.
Among other things, it is worth taking care in advance that all the ingredients are cooled to the desired temperature. The Zombie cocktail recipe does not tolerate substitutions in the classical interpretation, but in some cases they are possible. So, for example, a certain audience appreciates the fruit sediment at the bottom of the cocktail, which makes it more beautiful, such nuances should also be taken care of in advance.
Killer Drink Ingredients
The original layout of this drink includes:
- Gold, dark and light rum in a volume of 20 ml. In rare cases, such a replacement occurs: the amount of dark rum is increased to 45 ml, gold is not used. This option has a more tart taste.
- Apricot and cherry liqueurs - 15 ml. Both drinks can be replaced with one, for example peach or with cinnamon flavor, depending on the institution.
- Grenadine (pomegranate syrup) - 5 ml. It is used only for an authentic version of the cocktail. Pomegranate syrup is replaced with juice or is not used at all when it comes to a more affordable option at a reduced price.
- Juices: orange, pineapple or lime - 30 ml. Any tropical juice is suitable, sometimes add pineapple or mango for a sweet taste.
- Grapefruit is added optionally, most often added as fresh juice with pulp.
- Decorative elements - mint (1 sprig), orange or lemon (1 slice), cherry.
- Ice cubed and crushed. The second is poured into the glass in an amount of 150 grams, in cubes it is used in a shaker for additional cooling of the drink in a volume of 200 grams.
Preparing "Zombies" is extremely simple - you need to measure all the ingredients, pour into a shaker and mix with ice. The finished drink should be decorated and served with a straw.