Description
Midnight cravings meet undead cocktail magic with Zombie Mojito, a spine-chilling rum blend that dances between tropical sweetness and haunting rum complexity. Ghoulish garnishes and potent spirits promise a spirited adventure for adventurous drinkers seeking supernatural refreshment.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 1.5 ounces (44 milliliters) Kraken Black Rum (or another dark rum)
Fresh Produce:
- 56 black grapes, plus extra for garnish
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 56 fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
Sweeteners and Mixers:
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) simple syrup
- Black grape soda (to top)
Instructions
- Crush ripe black grapes and mint leaves in a highball glass, releasing their vibrant essence and mixing with simple syrup to create an intense flavor base.
- Vigorously press lime wedges into the grape mixture, extracting citrusy oils and blending them with the muddled ingredients.
- Pour chilled dark rum over the grape and mint mixture, allowing the spirits to mingle and infuse.
- Fill the glass generously with crushed ice, creating a frosty foundation that will chill the cocktail instantly.
- Stream black grape soda carefully over the icy mixture, watching the dramatic swirls of purple and dark rum intertwine.
- Delicately stir the cocktail with a long spoon, ensuring all ingredients harmonize without disturbing the drink’s layered appearance.
- Craft a haunting garnish by threading plump black grapes onto a sleek cocktail skewer, positioning it artfully across the glass rim.
- Crown the drink with a fresh mint sprig, letting its aromatic leaves hint at the cocktail’s mysterious and refreshing character.
Notes
- Muddle with precision to extract maximum flavor from grapes and mint without crushing them into a pulp.
- Opt for fresh, ripe black grapes to ensure a vibrant, sweet-tart taste that complements the rum’s richness.
- Select a dark or spiced rum to enhance the drink’s depth and create a more intense, haunting flavor profile.
- Experiment with sugar-free simple syrup or honey for a lower-calorie version that doesn’t compromise on taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails, Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg