Description
This vibrant, tropical drink is a fun twist on the classic Zombie cocktail. With a combination of rum, pineapple, citrus, and a radioactive green hue, the Nuclear Zombie is the ultimate Halloween party drink. Handle with caution — it’s deliciously strong!
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1 oz light rum
- 1 oz dark rum
- 1 oz overproof rum (151-proof, if available)
- 1 oz Midori melon liqueur (for that green “nuclear” color)
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz orange juice
- 1/2 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 oz grenadine
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: Maraschino cherry and a slice of lime
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
- Add the light rum, dark rum, overproof rum, Midori, pineapple juice, orange juice, lime juice, and grenadine.
- Shake well until the mixture is thoroughly chilled.
- Strain into a tall glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry and a slice of lime.
- Serve with caution and enjoy your “Nuclear Zombie!”
Notes
- If you prefer a less intense drink, reduce the overproof rum or omit it altogether.
- For an extra spooky effect, consider adding a small glow stick as a garnish (just make sure it’s securely wrapped and doesn’t contact the drink).
- This drink packs a punch, so it’s best enjoyed slowly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: ~300 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg