Name: Grasshopper
Ingredients: 1 oz. Green Crème de Menthe; 1 oz. Crème de Cacao (White); 1 oz. Heavy Cream

The Grasshopper Mint Chocolate Dessert Cocktail is a creamy, pastel-green favorite that combines mint, chocolate, and cream in one decadent sip. This smooth classic is quick to make yet impressive enough to serve as a signature after-dinner drink.

Background

Created in the early 20th century at Tujague’s bar in New Orleans, the Grasshopper quickly became a nationwide sensation. Its playful green color, dessert-like profile, and simple build turned it into an enduring classic that still appears on cocktail menus today.

What You’ll Need

Ingredients

Green Crème de Menthe – delivers cooling mint flavor and signature green hue.
Crème de Cacao (White) – adds soft chocolate sweetness for balance.
Heavy Cream – provides a rich, velvety body.

Equipment

Cocktail shaker
Hawthorne strainer
Chilled cocktail glass

Mint-Chocolate Magic

The Grasshopper tastes like an adult mint-chocolate treat. It’s approachable, creamy, and perfect for beginners who want a showy yet simple recipe. Its balance of sweetness and freshness makes it a crowd-pleaser.

Substitutions & Variations

Dark Crème de Cacao: Swap for a richer chocolate base.
Mocktail Version: Use mint syrup, cream, and chocolate milk.
Frozen Grasshopper: Blend with ice for a boozy milkshake twist.

Helpful Tips

Garnish: Add grated chocolate or a mint sprig.
Serving: Always pour into a chilled cocktail glass.
Pairing: Excellent with chocolate desserts or as a sweet closer after a hearty meal.

Grasshopper Recipe

Type of Glass

Cocktail Glass

Ingredients

1 oz.
1 oz. Crème de Cacao (White)
1 oz. Heavy Cream

Directions

Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice.
Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds, until the mixture is well chilled and frothy.
Strain into a pre-chilled cocktail glass.
Optional garnish: freshly grated chocolate or a mint sprig.

The Grasshopper proves that simple ingredients can deliver pure delight. With its mint-chocolate creaminess and signature green glow, this classic dessert cocktail remains a timeless treat for home bartenders.

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