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Midori Sour

A vibrant green melon-flavored cocktail balanced with fresh lime juice and simple syrup, perfect for summer refreshment.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Modern Mixology
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 ounces Midori melon liqueur
  • 0.75 ounces fresh lime juice about half a lime
  • 0.5 ounces simple syrup
  • 1 cup ice
  • Lime wheel or twist for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • Jigger or shot glass for measuring
  • Cocktail strainer or fine mesh strainer
  • Bar spoon or regular spoon
  • Rocks glass or coupe glass
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Ice bucket or freezer

Method
 

  1. Add 1 cup of ice to your cocktail shaker or mason jar.
  2. Measure and pour 1.5 ounces of Midori melon liqueur into the shaker.
  3. Squeeze half a lime to yield 0.75 ounces of fresh lime juice and add to the shaker.
  4. Pour 0.5 ounces of simple syrup into the shaker.
  5. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until well-chilled.
  6. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass or coupe glass.
  7. Add a fresh ice cube if using a rocks glass and garnish with a lime wheel or twist.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice for best flavor and serve immediately.