Liqueur-based · Classic · IBA official recipe
Grasshopper
A smooth, minty chocolate cream cocktail.
- Glass
- Cocktail glass
- Technique
- Shaken
- Strength
- 13.1% ABV (estimated)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- 5 min
The Grasshopper is a classic, creamy libation that balances the rich sweetness of crème de cacao with the cool, herbal bite of green crème de menthe. Topped with fresh cream, it delivers a velvety texture and a distinct chocolate-mint profile. It is a straightforward two-ingredient plus cream recipe that requires no citrus or spirits, making it an ideal choice for those who prefer milder, dessert-like drinks. Serve it well chilled in a stemmed glass for a refined presentation.
Ingredients
Method
Add the crème de cacao, green crème de menthe, and cream to a shaker filled with ice.
Crème de Cacao 20 ml0.7 oz2 cl Crème de Menthe (green) 20 ml0.7 oz2 cl Cream 20 ml0.7 oz2 clShake briskly for a few seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini or cocktail glass.
Garnish with a mint leaf if desired.
Garnish: N/A, optional mint leave
