Green Cosmo (Midori Cosmopolitan): The Scorpio Cocktail Recipe

Green Cosmo (Midori Cosmopolitan): The Scorpio Cocktail Recipe

Fierce and passionate, Scorpios deserve a drink as cool as they are, so our Mixtrology pick is the Green Cosmo, also known as a Midori Cosmopolitan. It takes its vivid green color from Midori, the sweet melon-flavored liqueur made by the legendary Japanese distiller Suntory (the name means "green" in Japanese). Think of it as a cosmopolitan with a bold, tropical twist. Here is how to make it.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Absolut Citron Vodka (750Ml)
  • 1 oz Midori Melon Liqueur (750Ml) (Suntory's melon liqueur, the source of the green color; currently sold out at CWS, see product note)
  • Splash of white cranberry juice

How to Prepare

  1. Add the Citron vodka, Midori, and white cranberry juice to a shaker filled with ice and shake well. Chilling hard is what gives this Green Cosmo its crisp, frosty edge.
  2. Strain into a chilled glass, preferably a martini glass.
  3. Garnish with a citrus peel or a cocktail skewer of melon.
  4. Enjoy.

Style of Glass to use

Martini (cocktail) glass

Color of Drink

Vibrant green

Cocktail Flavor Profile

Sweet melon, tart cranberry, citrus

Skill Level

Intro Level

What Is a Green Cosmo?

A Green Cosmo is a Midori Cosmopolitan: a riff on the classic cosmopolitan that swaps in melon liqueur and white cranberry juice (instead of red) so the drink keeps its signature green color rather than turning pink.

What Is Midori?

Midori is a bright green, melon-flavored liqueur from Suntory. It is sweet and fruity, and a little goes a long way, both in flavor and in that unmistakable neon hue.

Green Cosmo vs. Classic Cosmopolitan

A classic cosmopolitan uses Citron vodka, triple sec, red cranberry, and lime, coming out pink and tart. The Green Cosmo trades triple sec for Midori and red cranberry for white, landing sweeter, more melon-forward, and green.

Glassware and Garnish Tips

Serve in a well-chilled martini glass to keep it cold and show off the color. A melon ball skewer or a lime twist makes a striking finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Green Cosmo?

A Green Cosmo, or Midori Cosmopolitan, is a cosmopolitan variation made with Citron vodka, Midori melon liqueur, and white cranberry juice, giving it a green color.

Why is a Green Cosmo green?

The color comes from Midori, a bright green melon liqueur from Suntory.

What does a Green Cosmo taste like?

Sweet and melon-forward with tart cranberry and a citrus lift from the Citron vodka.

Can I use regular vodka instead of Citron?

Yes, though Citron adds a lemon brightness; add a small squeeze of fresh lime if using plain vodka.

What glass is a Green Cosmo served in?

A chilled martini (cocktail) glass.

What can I substitute for white cranberry juice?

White grape juice or a light splash of lemonade works; regular cranberry will tint the drink pink and mute the green.

Green Cosmo
(Midori Cosmopolitan): Pro Tips

Chill the martini glass in the freezer for ten minutes first so the vivid green color stays frosty and bright, and add the Midori last so you can control exactly how green it gets.

Midori Melon Liqueur (750Ml)

Made With

Midori Melon Liqueur (750Ml)

$24.99$31.24

Midori Melon Liqueur is the iconic energetic green, unique liqueur with the crisp flavor of melon. Mix it into cocktails to add an exciting green color and juicy fruit flavor or enjoy it as an ice-cold shooter.

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