The Recipe · No.1083 · Virgin Zombie (Zombie Mocktail)
Virgin Zombie (Zombie Mocktail), and where to source it
The zombie is built on a stack of small measures, so no single juice takes over. Half-ounce pours across the board and a hit of bitters keeps it complex instead of sweet, even with the rum gone.
By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026
Prep6 min
Cook0 min
Makesmakes 1
CuisineTiki
Cost$
VeganGluten-free
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for1servings
Our ratio, your call. The amounts below are a tested starting point — a version, not the one and only. Anything tagged to taste is the knob you turn: start there, then make it yours.
Pineapple juice
Not-from-concentrate, one of several small pours that build the layered flavor.
1 ozrecommended
Local / market
Fresh lime
Squeezed to order for the sour that holds the stack together.
0.75 ozrecommended
Local / market
Passion fruit
Real pulp or puree for the tropical depth the zombie is known for.
0.75 ozrecommended
Local / market
Grenadine
Real pomegranate grenadine, a small pour for color and a little sweet.
0.5 ozrecommended
Local / market
Non-alcoholic rum alternative
A zero-proof dark-style spirit to rebuild the layered spirit base the drink leans on.
2 ozrecommended
Local / market
The Rundown
Greedometer●●●●●Squeaky clean
About as virtuous as dinner gets. · plan ahead — needs marinating, soaking, or resting time
EffortSome doing
Cook it with
No-cook
The Method
ShakePineapple, lime, passion fruit, grenadine and the zero-proof rum in a shaker with ice. Shake hard 12 seconds.
PourDump unstrained over crushed ice packed into a tall glass or tiki mug.
GarnishA mint sprig, a spent lime shell, and a couple dashes of bitters across the top so you smell spice before the sip.
Can you make Virgin Zombie (Zombie Mocktail) in an air fryer? — Not needed
No cooking needed here — this one comes together without heat, so the air fryer sits it out.
Can you freeze Virgin Zombie (Zombie Mocktail)? — Yes
Yes — cool it, portion into airtight containers, and freeze; thaw in the fridge and reheat.
Can you make Virgin Zombie (Zombie Mocktail) ahead of time? — Partly
The components hold — prep the parts ahead and finish it close to serving for the best texture.
Is Virgin Zombie (Zombie Mocktail) gluten-free? — Yes
Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.
Is Virgin Zombie (Zombie Mocktail) vegan? — Yes
Yes — no meat, seafood, dairy, egg, or honey in it as written.
Community Notes
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