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Midori Sour

Midori Sour recipe

Midori Sour Ingredients


Midori Sour Instructions

The Midori Sour is a classic cocktail that is refreshingly sweet and tangy. It is made with the green liqueur Midori, which gives it a vibrant green color and a fruity flavor. This cocktail is perfect for a summer day or for any occasion when you want to wow your guests with a beautiful and delicious drink.

To make a Midori Sour, you will need a few simple ingredients and some basic bar tools. First, you will need a shaker tin and a strainer. You will also need some fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and of course, Midori liqueur. To garnish your Midori Sour, you can use a lime wheel or a maraschino cherry.

To start, fill your shaker tin with ice. Add 2 ounces of Midori liqueur, 1 ounce of fresh lime juice, and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup. Shake the ingredients together vigorously until the outside of the shaker tin feels cold.

Next, strain your cocktail into a rocks glass filled with ice. If you don't have a strainer, you can use a Hawthorne strainer or a fine-mesh sieve. Once your cocktail is in the glass, garnish it with a lime wheel or a maraschino cherry.

The Midori Sour is a fantastic cocktail that is both beautiful and delicious. The vibrant green color is sure to catch the eye, and the sweet and tangy flavor is sure to please the palate. Whether you are sipping this cocktail poolside or serving it at a dinner party, the Midori Sour is sure to be a hit.


Best served in a Highball Glass.


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Midori Sour is a popular cocktail that originated in Japan. It is made with Midori, a bright green melon liqueur, mixed with sour mix and served over ice. This refreshing drink has become a favorite among those who enjoy fruity and tangy cocktails.

To make a classic Midori Sour, you will need the following ingredients:

- 1 ½ oz Midori

- 1 oz fresh lemon juice

- ½ oz simple syrup

- Ice

Instructions:

1. Fill a shaker with ice.

2. Add the Midori, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.

3. Shake well until chilled.

4. Strain the mixture into an ice-filled glass.

5. Garnish with a slice of lemon or lime.

The origins of the Midori Sour can be traced back to Japan in the early 1970s when Suntory introduced its new melon liqueur called Midori. The sweet and vibrant flavor of this liqueur quickly gained popularity both in Japan and internationally.

The combination of sweet melon liqueur and tart citrus flavors creates a perfectly balanced cocktail that is ideal for sipping on warm summer days or as a fun party drink year-round.

Whether you are hosting a gathering or simply looking to try something new, the Midori Sour is sure to impress your guests with its unique taste and eye-catching green color. Cheers!



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