Long Drink
Melon Ball
How to make a Melon Ball - a fruity longdrink of Midori melon liqueur, vodka and pineapple juice. Bright green, sweet and perfect for parties.
3 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Melon Ball is a bright green party drink from the 1980s that scores with Midori, vodka and pineapple juice. Sweet, fruity and uncomplicated to prepare. A real crowd-pleaser for sociable rounds.
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour Midori and vodka over the ice.
- Top up with cold pineapple juice.
- Stir briefly with a bar spoon.
- Garnish with a melon ball and serve.
Garnish: Melon ball
Pro tip: Freshly squeezed pineapple juice creates a fine foam crown if you shake the drink briefly instead of just stirring.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the Melon Ball so green?
The intense green color comes from the Midori, a Japanese melon liqueur that lends its color to the drink.
Can I use orange juice instead of pineapple juice?
Yes, orange juice also works and makes the drink a little fresher and less sweet.
How strong is a Melon Ball?
Thanks to the high juice content, it is a light, easy-drinking longdrink with a moderate alcohol content.
Ingredients
- Midori melon liqueur3 cl
- Vodka3 cl
- Pineapple juice12 cl
- Melon ball1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
