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. 

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