Midori 43 is a modern creamy cocktail built from Licor 43, Midori, and Milk. Licor 43 supplies vanilla, citrus, and spice, Midori adds melon sweetness, and milk gives the drink a soft dessert-like texture.
Background
There is no broadly recognized canonical history for Midori 43. It belongs to the modern family of liqueur-driven creamy dessert cocktails.
What You'll Need
Ingredients
- Licor 43 - vanilla, citrus, and spice.
- Midori - melon flavor and sweetness.
- Milk - body and a softer finish.
Equipment
- Rocks Glass
- Jigger
- Bar spoon
Two Sweet Liqueurs Need a Soft Base
Milk spreads the concentrated sweetness over a larger volume and keeps the two liqueurs from drinking like a shot.
Substitutions & Variations
- Use half-and-half for a richer version.
- Use oat milk for a dairy-free variation if it mixes cleanly with your liqueurs.
- Add a small pinch of salt to sharpen the vanilla and melon.
Helpful Tips
- Chill all ingredients first.
- Build over fresh ice.
- Stir only until fully combined.
- Serve immediately.