Zombie Riff: Muertito Vivo
RECIPE: Shannon Mustipher, Brooklyn, New York
Photo: Eric Medsker
Shannon Mustipher tweaks the classic formula by incorporating the complex flavor of Jäger.
For this Zombie riff, 2019 Imbibe 75 Person to Watch and Tiki: Modern Tropical Cocktails author Shannon Mustipher tweaks the classic formula by incorporating the bold flavor of Jägermeister.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz. aged rum (Mustipher suggests Flor de Cana 7 year old)
- 1/2 oz. 151-proof Demerara rum (such as Hamilton)
- 3/4 oz. Jägermeister
- 3/4 oz. Don’s Mix
- 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice
- Tools:shaker, strainer
- Glass:skull mug or double rocks
- Garnish:cinnamon sticks
Preparation
Shake all of the ingredients with ice to chill, then strain into a mug or glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish.
Don’s Mix: Combine 4 oz. of fresh grapefruit juice with 2 oz. of cinnamon syrup and shake to combine. Refrigerate the unused portion for up to 2 weeks.