Which ingredient provides anise flavor in the Zombie?

• A. Grapefruit juice
• B. Mint sprig
• C. Pineapple juice
• D. Absinthe

Answer: (D)

Anise flavor comes from ingredients with licorice-like notes, and absinthe is the classic source of that character in cocktails. In the Zombie, a small amount of absinthe is used to introduce the distinctive anise aroma and taste, which sits against the tropical fruit layers. The other ingredients—grapefruit juice, pineapple juice, and a mint sprig—contribute citrus, sweetness, and freshness, but none provide the pronounced licorice-like anise. So absinthe is the component that delivers the anise flavor in the Zombie.