If you love a good sweet and sour cocktail, look no further than this Midori Sour recipe. Made with just 4 ingredients, this classic green cocktail is super easy to whip up!
Sour cocktails are amongst some of my favorite drinks to make at home. If you like this Midori Sour, make sure to check out my Hazelnut Sour, Chambord Sour, and Aperol Sour. Or, if you just love Midori, my Midori Margarita is a must-try!
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What is a Midori Sour?
A Midori Sour is a bright green classic cocktail that became popular in the 1980s not long after Midori liqueur was first introduced from Japan in the United States at the famed NYC nightclub, Studio 54.
Midori is flavored with Japanese muskmelons and was initially made in 1964 under the name “Hermes Melon Liqueur” and was exclusively sold in Japan. It has a characteristic sweet and sour flavor. To me, it has a similar flavor as a Jolly Rancher.
Ingredient Notes
- Midori – A bottle of Midori is pretty easy to find in most liquor stores.
- Citrus juices – Many recipes call for lemon-lime soda or sour mix, but I prefer to use fresh-squeezed lemon and lime juices.
- Egg white – Technically, this is optional, but I always prefer egg whites in my sour cocktails, so I do advise against skipping it. If you’re kind of weirded out by adding an egg white to your drink, I have some alternatives for you in the next section.
- Garnish – I tend to use lime slices for my garnishes, but you can use lemon slices or a cherry garnish using maraschino cherries, which is another common garnish.
Using Egg Whites in Cocktails
While using raw egg white in cocktails is considered generally safe, I recommend using pasteurized egg whites from a carton for convenience and safety.
If pasteurized egg whites don’t interest you or you want a vegan option, you can substitute 2-3 tablespoons of the liquid from canned chickpeas. This liquid is referred to as “aquafaba” and makes a great frothy addition to sour cocktails.
Using a cocktail foamer is another option. Just use the amount the bottle suggests. Or, you just skip the foam altogether – it won’t make a difference in the taste, just the texture.
For the best texture when using a foaming agent, you’ll want to add all of your ingredients to an empty shaker, then give your drink a “dry shake” before adding ice and shaking the drink again. This will result in a fluffier texture.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Add the Midori, lemon juice, lime juice, and egg white to an empty cocktail shaker.
Step 2: Shake without ice – this is called a “dry shake”. Then, add ice to the shaker.
Step 3: Shake the cocktail again until well chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass.
Step 4: Garnish with a lime wheel (dried or fresh).
Variations
For a stronger drink, try adding 1 ounce of vodka. You can also try white rum or blanco tequila.
For a sweeter drink, try adding some simple syrup, like my lemon lime syrup. (Keep in mind, Midori is already very sweet, so taste the drink before you add more sweetness.)
For some bubbles, skip the egg white and after the drink is strained into a glass, top with soda water or lemon lime soda, like Sprite. Or, if you want to try Midori and sparkling wine, check out my Midori Spritz.
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Midori Sour Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Midori liqueur
- ½ ounce lime juice
- ½ ounce lemon juice
- 1 egg white optional
- Lime wheel for garnish optional
Instructions
- Add the Midori, lime and lemon juices, and egg white to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake well, then add ice, and shake again until well chilled.
- Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a lime wheel, if using.
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Ann
I enjoyed this so much!