A playful, neon-green tropical cocktail with sweet melon, coconut warmth, and a bright citrus kick. This improved version uses balanced ratios, fresh sweet & sour mix, and a crisp soda finish for a well-rounded drink with great presentation.
Ingredients
Main Drink
- 1 oz (30 ml) Midori melon liqueur
- ½ oz (15 ml) coconut rum
- 2 oz (60 ml) fresh sweet & sour mix (see below for homemade)
- ~2–3 oz (60–90 ml) 7‑Up or other lemon-lime soda (for topping)
- Garnish: lime wheel and maraschino cherry or melon ball
Homemade Sweet & Sour Mix (Optional)
- ½ cup (120 ml) water
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup (60 ml) fresh lime juice
Steps to Make It
Make the Sweet & Sour Mix (Optional)
- Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Add the fresh lemon and lime juices. Stir well. Store in the fridge for up to a week.
Prepare the Cocktail
- Chill your cocktail or highball glass in the freezer for a few minutes.
- Fill a shaker with ice. Add Midori, coconut rum, and 2 oz (60 ml) of the sweet & sour mix.
- Shake well for about 10–15 seconds until well-chilled.
- Strain into the chilled glass over fresh ice (if using a highball).
- Top gently with 7‑Up (about 2–3 oz / 60–90 ml).
- Garnish with a lime wheel and a cherry or melon ball.
(Updated: 7/2/25)
Author: Howard
Meet Howard, a dedicated blogger and mixologist from Patchogue, New York. With more than 11 years of expertise in the field, he has developed his abilities to craft distinctive and avant-garde cocktails with the best ingredients and methods. He has experience in the art of mixology thanks to his employment as a qualified bartender at some of the best bars and eateries. He likes to experiment with novel flavor combinations in their own time and post their results on the well-known blog Drinks.Wiki. In addition to their bartender abilities, they are also informed about the background and traditions of mixing drinks, frequently include this information in their blog entries. Follow him for advice from the pros, recipes, and behind-the-scenes looks at the mixology industry.
