Introduction

The Elf’s Top Shelf is a vibrant tropical cocktail bursting with fruity flavors and a creamy coconut finish. Perfect for warm evenings or bringing a bit of island escape to your home bar.

Two tall clear glasses filled with a bright yellow-green drink, showing crushed ice inside. Each glass is topped with a thin, wide slice of yellow pineapple resting horizontally across the rim. Two long dark green pineapple leaves stick up vertically from the middle of each pineapple slice. The background is a dark green textured wall. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 1/2 oz. Midori
1 oz. passion fruit juice
3/4 oz. pineapple juice
1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
1/4 oz. cream of coconut
Ice
Half-moon pineapple slice and leaves, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, combine the Midori, passion fruit juice, pineapple juice, fresh lemon juice, and cream of coconut. Fill the shaker with ice.
Step 2: Cover and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
Step 3: Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with pebble ice.
Step 4: Garnish with a half-moon pineapple slice and two pineapple leaves for a tropical finish.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh passion fruit juice if available for a more intense tropical flavor.
Substitute cream of coconut with coconut milk for a lighter, less sweet version.
Add a splash of soda water for a fizzier cocktail.
For a stronger drink, increase Midori by 1/2 oz.

Storage

This cocktail is best enjoyed fresh. Avoid storing as the cream of coconut and fresh juices may separate. If needed, prepare the mix without ice and keep refrigerated for up to 4 hours, then shake well before serving with fresh ice.

How to Serve

Five tall, clear glasses filled with a bright green frothy liquid, each topped with a thick, triangular slice of yellow pineapple with a section of dark green pineapple leaves sticking out from the top center. The glasses are evenly spaced on a white marbled surface, with a dark green background behind them. A woman's hand with painted nails gently holds the glass on the far right. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

What is Midori?

Midori is a bright green, honeydew melon-flavored liqueur that adds sweetness and color to cocktails.

Can I make this cocktail without alcohol?

Yes, you can omit the Midori and compensate with melon-flavored syrup or melon juice for a refreshing mocktail version.

Elf’s Top Shelf Recipe

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The Elf’s Top Shelf is a vibrant and tropical cocktail that combines the bright sweetness of Midori melon liqueur with the exotic flavors of passion fruit and pineapple juices, balanced by fresh lemon juice and a touch of creamy coconut. Perfectly chilled and garnished with pineapple, it’s a refreshing and visually appealing drink ideal for festive occasions or a relaxing evening.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
Category: Cocktail
Method: Shaking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Liquids

1 1/2 oz. Midori
1 oz. passion fruit juice
3/4 oz. pineapple juice
1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
1/4 oz. cream of coconut

Others

Ice
Half-moon pineapple slice and leaves, for garnish

Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, add Midori, passion fruit juice, pineapple juice, fresh lemon juice, and cream of coconut. This combination provides a balanced tropical flavor profile.
Shake: Fill the shaker with ice, cover it well, and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds until the outside of the shaker becomes very frosty. This ensures the drink is thoroughly chilled and well mixed.
Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with pebble ice. Pebble ice helps keep the drink cold without diluting it too quickly.
Garnish: Decorate the drink with a half-moon pineapple slice and two leaves to enhance its tropical presentation.