Piggelin

The Piggelin is a simple two-ingredient pairing of Midori melon liqueur and vodka, mixed over a small amount of ice. Midori carries the whole drink, sweet, bright green, and distinctly melon-flavored, while vodka keeps it from becoming cloying and adds a bit of strength underneath the fruit. There’s nothing complicated here, just a clean, straightforward way to enjoy Midori without a long ingredient list.

Its pale green color and light sweetness make it an easy entry point if you’ve got a bottle of Midori and aren’t sure what to do with it.

Glass: Champagne saucer  |  Strength: Medium  |  Serves: 1  |  Prep Time: 2 minutes

Bartender’s tip: Use fresh ice and mix briefly rather than letting it sit, Midori is sweet enough that too much dilution will wash out its flavor quickly.