Zima Blaster

The Zima Blaster is made with Zima — the clear, citrus-flavored malt beverage popularized in the 1990s — and Chambord raspberry liqueur, served over ice in a hurricane glass. Chambord's deep raspberry and blackcurrant sweetness contrasts with and transforms Zima's light, crisp citrus character. No additional ingredients are specified in the standard recipe.

Zima was a clear, carbonated malt beverage introduced by Coors Brewing Company in 1993, marketed as an alternative to beer with a slightly sweet, citrus-forward flavor and low ABV of approximately 5.4%. It was a product of the 'clear drinks' trend of the early 1990s and was often mixed with flavored liqueurs to add color and sweetness. Zima was discontinued in the United States in 2008, cementing its status as a nostalgic 1990s artifact.

A Zima Blaster made with Zima (approximately 5.4% ABV) and a modest measure of Chambord (approximately 16.5% ABV) over ice produces a finished drink in the range of 6–9% ABV depending on the Chambord proportion. The Zima base keeps the overall ABV low and sessionable. The drink is primarily a nostalgic, sweet casual cocktail rather than a serious mixed drink.