I’m starting a new series, Spring Cleaning, where I’m trying to use all of my lost, forgotten or unwanted bottles to make tasty new cocktails. Most bottles are not meant to be open for longer than 6-8 months for peak flavor, if something has been sitting open on your bar for over a year its time to use it or lose it.This one was a twofer! Some how I managed to end up with not one but two bottles of Midori, which is maybe two too many in my opinion. Forgive me if you love Midori, but its not my cup of tea, or melon liquor… whatever. The green Chile vodka on the other hand is very tasty but I find it hard to use, and I’ve had a bottle lingering in the back of my cabinet for way too long. These two together is pure gold, or green… you get it. I was determined to not like this, I have preconceived notions about sweet, creamy cocktails. A flip is a great example of this, it should be rich, but balanced and not overly sweet, they are entirely enjoyable and I am surprised every time. In this version of a flip the Midori takes the place of the sherry, because they have a similar viscosity. I then paired it with the slightly spicy, very vegetal Green Chile vodka to help mellow the sweetness of the Melon. A whole egg gives this cocktail a richness and froth that will stand up for a long time. And, finally a few drops of fire water, watch out this stuff is no joke, to help up that kick and take the place of the spice garnish that would traditionally go on top. Midori Makes Me Flip
1 1/2 oz. Midori Melon Liquor 1 1/2 oz. St. George Green Chile Vodka 1/4 oz. simple syrup 1 whole egg 2-3 drops of Scrappy Bitters Fire water Place all ingredients in a shaker and dry shake until frothy, add ice and wet shake until very cold and very frothy. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a shamrock. Cheers!
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