While often deemed an “unserious” cocktail ingredient, without the Japanese muskmelon liqueur Midori, the world would be robbed of the vibrant green, iconic Midori Sour cocktail —and that would be a shame, because this typically disregarded drink can be a showstopper, especially when prepped to the specs of New-York-based author and former bartender John deBary. Listen on to learn deBary’s Midori Sour recipe — and don’t forget to like, review, and subscribe!
John deBary’s Midori Sour Recipe
(As featured in Drink What You Want)
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Midori
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 egg white
- Garnish (optional): lime wheel
Directions
1. Add all ingredients to a shaker and dry shake without ice.
2. Add ice and shake until chilled.
3. Strain into a chilled Old Fashioned glass.