The Lawnmower cocktail is an interesting combination. It’s one of those drinks that often has to grow on a person, though some people love it right off the bat. The main flavors are melon, peach and lemon-lime, and the marrying ingredient is dry vermouth. That is, the dry vermouth’s herbal notes are what unexpectedly make the whole thing work.
Try a Lawnmower after, er… mowing the lawn? It’s a good summertime drink for cooling off in the shade.
Recipe
- 1 1/2 ounces Midori
- 1 ounce Southern Comfort
- 2 teaspoons dry vermouth
- 4 ounces 7-up or Sprite
Pour all the alcohol ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake well and pour the mixture (with ice) into a highball glass. Add the soda and give it a good stir. Garnish with a lime wedge.