Midori Rickey
Description
A refreshing long cocktail using Japanese-born melon liqueur 'Midori'. A modern arrangement adding melon sweetness to the traditional rickey style, with exquisite balance of lemon acidity and soda refreshment. Perfect for hot summer days, overflowing with youthful charm.
Origin
Country of Origin: United States/Japan （1980s）
Born from combining the rickey-style cocktail originated in Washington D.C. in the 1880s with Japanese Midori launched in 1978. An international creation merging American traditional cocktail techniques with Japanese innovative liqueur.
Birth Date Meaning
A leader with innocent, elegant, and youthful sensibility
The sweetness of melon, refreshing lemon, and vibrant soda express the charm of a pure and energetic young leader
Famous Quotes
- "Green gem capturing the youth of summer" - Modern Bartender
Trivia
- Rickey is an American-born cocktail style, originated in the 1880s
- Originally based on Gin Rickey, named after politician Joe Rickey
- Midori Rickey is a modern arrangement using Japanese melon liqueur
- Popular cocktail with exquisite balance of carbonation refreshment and melon sweetness
- Beloved as a summer staple drink at bars worldwide
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Midori - 45 ml
- Lemon Juice - 15 ml
- Soda Water - 適量
Instructions:
- Fill highball glass with plenty of ice
- Add 1-2 thick lemon slices to glass
- Pour Midori
- Add fresh lemon juice
- Slowly pour soda water
- Stir lightly with bar spoon
- Gently muddle lemon to release aroma
- Garnish with mint sprig and melon ball