Midori Melon Liqueur, Japan

Electric green brilliance immediately signals what’s to come as Midori Melon Liqueur brings a sense of playful luxury to the glass, balancing vivid sweetness with surprising refinement. Rooted in Japanese heritage and crafted from some of the world’s rarest melons, it delivers a flavor profile that is unmistakable, refreshing, and endlessly versatile behind the bar.

Product Details:

• Base Ingredients: Japanese Yubari melons and Musk melons
• ABV: 20%
• Sweetness: Medium dry
• Color: Bright green
• Bottle Size: Not specified
• Maturation: Unoaked
• Aging: Unaged
• Closure: Screwcap

Sensory Description:

Lush melon aromatics rise instantly, led by ripe honeydew and cantaloupe tones with a fresh, candy-like lift. On the palate, the texture is smooth and silky, delivering concentrated melon flavor that feels juicy rather than cloying. Natural sweetness is balanced by a clean, refreshing finish, leaving a bright, mouthwatering impression that keeps the profile lively and light.

Awards & Accolades:

• Silver — NZ Spirits Awards (2024)
  Tequila/Agave Spirits, Non Vintage
• Bronze — NZ Spirits Awards (2023)
  Non Vintage
• Commended — International Spirits Challenge (2009)
  Tasting Awards, Non Vintage
• Bronze Medal — San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2006)
  Non Vintage
• Bronze Medal — San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2005)
  Non Vintage

Distiller's Background:

Produced by Suntory, one of Japan’s most respected beverage houses, Midori was developed to showcase the exceptional quality of Japanese muskmelons. These melons are grown in a single region of Japan and are renowned for their rarity, meticulous cultivation, and extraordinary flavor, sometimes commanding astonishing prices at first harvest. By extracting essence from two distinct melon varieties using different production methods, Suntory achieves a layered, authentic melon profile that has made Midori a global icon since its introduction.

Serving Suggestions:

• Classic Cocktails: Ideal for Midori Sour, Japanese Slipper, or Melon Ball cocktails
• Modern Mixes: Combine with citrus juice, soda water, or sparkling wine for a refreshing aperitif
• Creative Uses: Excellent in tropical cocktails, frozen drinks, or as a colorful accent in layered cocktails
• Serve Style: Best served chilled or over ice to highlight freshness and aroma

Why Midori Melon Liqueur:

Midori stands apart for its unmistakable color, genuine melon intensity, and balance between sweetness and freshness. Crafted from rare Japanese melons and backed by decades of cocktail culture, it remains a bar essential for both nostalgic classics and contemporary mixology, offering instant character in every pour.