Midori Illusion
Description
Midori Illusion is a beautiful green tropical cocktail based on the melon liqueur 'Midori' that Japan is proud to offer to the world. The elegant melon sweetness of Midori is enhanced by vodka and white curacao adding complexity, while pineapple and lemon juices add refreshing acidity and sweetness. Its vivid green color is visually beautiful, truly having the fantastic charm worthy of the name 'Illusion'.
Origin
Country of Origin: Japan （1980s）
Midori Illusion was born in the 1980s along with the popularity of the melon liqueur 'Midori' developed by Suntory in 1978. Midori was initially developed targeting the American market and made its world debut at a launch party at the famous New York disco 'Studio 54'. Subsequently, various cocktail recipes were devised by bartenders around the world, and among them, Midori Illusion became loved by many people for its beautiful color and easy drinkability.
Birth Date Meaning
An elegant and innocent person who becomes passionate about one thing
The vibrant green color of Midori represents a pure and innocent heart, while the sweet aroma of melon symbolizes elegance. This cocktail expresses the concentration to put full effort into something once interested and the attractive personality that brightens the surroundings. Its beautiful color and sweet taste teaches us the wonder of becoming passionate about something.
Famous Quotes
- "A cocktail with the beauty of a green jewel" - Bartender
- "A global cocktail born from Japanese technology" - Cocktail enthusiast
Trivia
- Midori is the world's first authentic melon liqueur developed by Japan's Suntory in 1978
- Made its world debut at the launch party at Studio 54 in New York in 1978
- The vibrant green color uses natural coloring and no synthetic coloring
- A global brand originating from Japan that is loved in over 120 countries worldwide
- Considered a representative of 'green cocktails' due to its beautiful green color
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Midori - 45 ml
- Vodka - 15 ml
- White Curacao - 15 ml
- Pineapple juice - 75 ml
- Lemon juice - 30 ml
Instructions:
- Fill shaker with ice
- Pour 45ml Midori
- Add 15ml vodka
- Add 15ml white curacao
- Pour 75ml pineapple juice
- Add 30ml lemon juice
- Shake well and pour into highball glass with ice, garnish to complete