The rapid popularization of nightclubs in Japan pushed the country’s main allegiant to create a new drink. And in the late 70s, Suntory launched a bright green liqueur in a small, textured bottle.
The drink quickly became a hit: Midori received the status of the king of cocktails and a symbol of Japanese nightlife. Asian liquor, in a few years, became a hit for the European market, hitting the bar counters of the best establishments.
The Japanese were the first to use melon to prepare alcoholic beverages widely. The reason for this popularity lies in the fruit base of the liquor. But it is a mistake to believe that the pulp of the fruit serves as the raw material: only the peel of the fruit is used for its manufacture. At the same time, it tastes more like a banana.
The drink has a sweet taste and low strength (20%). Initially produced only in the Land of the Rising Sun. However, the company’s production facilities were later moved to Mexico and France.
In its pure form, it is practically not used. It is combined in cocktails with rum, fruit juices, and orange.