Corn n Oil
The Corn n Oil is a very strong rum sour, sweet and tart on the palate. Built and served in a rocks glass.
- 2 min
- Rocks glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 54 out of 100
- Sweet
- 74 out of 100
- Bitter
- 34 out of 100
- Herbal
- 42 out of 100
- Boozy
- 100 out of 100
How to make a Corn n Oil
To make a Corn n Oil, build in a rocks glass: ½ oz lime, ⅓ oz Falernum, 2 dashes Angostura Bitters, 1 oz añejo rum and 1 oz blackstrap rum.
You'll need
- Lime½ oz
- Falernum⅓ oz
- Angostura Bitters2 dashes
- Añejo rum1 oz
- blackstrap rum1 oz
Instructions
- 1
Pour into a rocks glass: lime juice, falernum, Angostura bitters, añejo rum and blackstrap rum.
- 2
Stir briefly to mix.
Why build it in the glass? Lime juice, falernum and Angostura bitters only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
Corn n Oil questions
What does a Corn n Oil taste like?
Mostly sweet and tart, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a very strong drink at about 30% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a Corn n Oil?
About 30% ABV after mixing with ice, close to a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a Corn n Oil and a Zombie?
Both use lime, Angostura Bitters and blackstrap rum. The Corn n Oil adds Falernum, while the Zombie uses rum, 151 proof rum, Pernod and grenadine. The Corn n Oil is layered and served in a rocks glass; the Zombie is blended and served in a hurricane glass.
Can I make Corn n Oils in a batch?
Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 3 oz lime, 2 oz Falernum, ⅓ oz Angostura Bitters, 6 oz añejo rum and 6 oz blackstrap rum in a jug and chill it. Pour over fresh ice to serve.
What glass do you serve a Corn n Oil in?
A rocks glass.