Mai-Kai's Signature Zombie Cocktail

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

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A tropical tiki classic with layered flavors of dark rum, citrus, and herbal notes, served in an authentic tiki mug with a flaming garnish. This Polynesian-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together dark rum, fresh lime juice, simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 1 Polynesian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 oz dark rum
0.75 oz fresh lime juice
0.5 oz simple syrup
0.25 oz curaçao liqueur
1 oz fresh pineapple juice
pinch freshly grated nutmeg
a dusting edible glitter

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Instructions

Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, combine 1.5 oz dark rum, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, 0.25 oz curaçao liqueur, and 1 oz fresh pineapple juice. Shake vigorously with ice until the shaker is frosty, about 15 seconds.
Step 2: Strain into a chilled tiki mug filled with 1 cup crushed ice, leaving 1 inch of space at the top. Gently float 0.5 oz pineapple juice on top using a spoon to create a layered effect.
Step 3: Sprinkle a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg over the drink, then dust with a tiny amount of edible glitter for a magical sparkle. Serve immediately with a swizzle stick and a pineapple wedge garnish.