The Zombie is a strong cocktail made of fruit juices and rum, so named for it's perceived effects on the drinker. It first appeared in the late 1930s, invented by Don Beach (formerly Ernest Raymond Beaumont-Gannt) of Hollywood's Don the Beachcomber restaurant, who invented it as a cure for hangovers. Its smooth, fruity taste works to conceal its high alcohol content.

There are countless variations on the Zombie; every bar, chain restaurant, and individual seems to have their own take on it. The following is only one of many possible zombies:

Shake all ingredients except the 151-proof rum in a shaker with ice. Strain into a collins or hurricane glass filled with ice cubes. Float the 151-proof rum on top. Garnish with pineapple and cherry.