The Shamrock Sour
This bright, celebratory gin sour is a delightful riff on the classic formula, leaning into the sweet, verdant embrace of melon liqueur to achieve that 'GREEN AS HELL' hue, perfectly balanced with sharp citrus. It's sunshine in a glass, ready for your St. Paddy's festivities.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- 1 oz Midori Melon Liqueur
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.25 oz Simple Syrup
- 1 dash Angostura Bitters
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Double strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
- Garnish with a lime wheel or a fresh mint sprig.
Glassware: Coupe or Martini Glass
Garnish: Lime wheel or fresh mint sprig
History
A vibrant twist on the classic sour, this drink swaps out some of the traditional sugar for Midori, transforming it into a dazzling green spectacle. While the Midori Sour gained popularity in the 70s, this version maintains a more sophisticated balance by keeping the gin at the forefront and adding a dash of bitters for complexity.