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If you love sweet, fruity cocktails… this Midori Sour is for you! Made with Midori melon-flavored liqueur, vodka, fresh citrus, and a splash of club soda, it’s a simple, delicious drink that’s sure to hit the spot!
Ahhhh… Midori. It’s a drink I have fond memories of from back in day… and I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one! There’s something about the bright color that makes it so much fun, and when you add in the delicious melon flavor, there’s nothing else quite like it.
I first discovered Midori when I was waitressing at a local restaurant in college. We all got a “shift drink” at the end of the night, and Midori Sours were one of my go-to requests. They’re sweet and tart and deliciously fruity (you might even say they taste like a Jolly Rancher) and they’re always a hit at parties.
Best of all, they’re easy to make with just a few ingredients… and it you’re looking to make a pitcher of them, I’ve got you covered!
what you’ll need for this midori sour recipe
Midori – Midori is a melon flavored Japanese Liqueur with a distinct bright green color. I used 2 ounces of Midori in this cocktail.
Vodka – I also added 1 ounce vodka to balance out the sweetness of the Midori. (I typically use Tito’s or Wheatley!)
Fresh citrus juice – I added 1/2 ounce each of lemon juice and lime juice. I like using real citrus in this recipe for flavor and balance. (Be sure to use my favorite lemon squeezer to make it easy!)
Club soda – I topped the drink off with club soda for fizz and sweetness control. Feel free to substitute Sprite or any of your favorite lemon-lime sodas.
how to make a midori sour
Combine ingredients. Fill a highball glass or Collins glass with ice. Add Midori, vodka, lemon juice, and lime juice. Stir to combine.
Top it off & garnish. Top with soda water and garnish with a lemon wheel or lime slice.
How to make a pitcher of Midori Sours
This recipe is easy to make by the pitcherful for summer parties or pool days! In a large pitcher, combine 3 cups Midori, 1 1/2 cups vodka, 3/4 cup lemon juice, and 3/4 cup lime juice. Serve over ice and top with club soda to taste. This pitcher recipe will serve 12!
Recipe Variations
- Add 1/2 ounce of orange juice
- Substitute white rum or tequila for the vodka
- Substitute lemon-lime soda, like Sprite, for the soda water
- Use sour mix in place of lemon & lime juice
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry
- Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice; shake well and strain into a martini glass
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Midori Sour
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Midori Liqueur
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1/2 ounce lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce lime juice
- splash of club soda
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Combine Midori, vodka, lemon juice, and lime juice.
- Top with club soda and garnish with a lime slice or lemon wheel.
Notes
- Add 1/2 ounce of orange juice
- Substitute white rum or tequila for the vodka
- Substitute lemon-lime soda, like Sprite, for the soda water
- Use sour mix in place of lemon & lime juice
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry
- Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice; shake well and strain into a martini glass
What a great cocktail to enjoy on a hot summer day! Going to enjoy winding down with this after dinner tonight, indeed!
This Midori Sour is looks absolutely delicious! Yummy!
This used to be one of my favorite drinks in college! Now I can relive those days!
Yes, please! This looks fabulous!!
This midori sour looks amazing! I am so excited to try it!
I’ve been wanting to try Midori, but this was a little too sour for my tastes. Not sweet and fruity at all! Now looking for drink recipes to use this bottle up!
Oh my goodness this is the PERFECT summer cocktail. Thank you for sharing this with me!!!