Grasshopper Cocktail Recipe
This grasshopper cocktail is a smooth, creamy classic with refreshing mint and subtle chocolate flavor. Its signature green color and dessert-like taste make it perfect as an after-dinner drink or a festive cocktail any time of year.
Servings 2 cocktails
Calories 295kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ounces creme de menthe
- 2 ounces white creme de cacao
- 2 ounces heavy cream
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker 1/2 full with ice.
- Add creme de menthe, creme de cacao and light cream.2 ounces creme de menthe, 2 ounces white creme de cacao, 2 ounces heavy cream
- Cap shaker and shake for 10 seconds. Strain and divide the liquid between the two glasses.
- Sip, smile, and enjoy.
Notes
Helpful tips
- I use light cream, but heavy cream, half-and-half, or even milk will work. Choose based on how rich you want the cocktail to be.
- Crème de menthe comes in both green and clear. Use the green version for the classic grasshopper color.
- Crème de cacao is available in clear or dark varieties. Stick with clear so the drink stays bright green.
- I like using contrasting glassware to show off cocktails. For this drink, a coupe or martini glass works beautifully.
- This cocktail doesn’t need a garnish, but feel free to add one if you’d like.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 12mg | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 415IU | Calcium: 18mg