Try this sweet and creamy Grasshopper drink! A mint-chocolate flavored cocktail made with only three ingredients.
I might be on a never-ending quest to turn cocktails into dessert. Because, once you drop a scoop of ice cream into your White Russian or dollop Whipped Cream onto your Grasshopper, there is no turning back. Boozy dessert-like cocktails are right up my alley. I even add a secret ingredient to my Aperol Spritz to make it extra smooth and sweet.
If you’re looking to drink your dessert, this is the cocktail for you! It’s sweet and creamy and it tastes like a grown up version of a mint-chocolate chip milkshake (sold!). This cocktail is made with only three ingredients. I’ll give you the classic recipe, but I highly recommend tasting as you go and adjusting to suit your taste.
Grasshopper Cocktail Ingredients:
Crème de menthe: A sweet mint-flavored liqueur. Available in both white or green, you definitely want to go with with the vibrant green version to give your Grasshopper the classic vibrant color.
Crème de cacao: A sweet chocolate-flavored liqueur. Available in both dark or white (clear). You’ll want to choose the clear version for this recipe so that the green color from the crème de menthe will show up.
Half and half or cream: The two liqueurs get cut with half and half or cream. I prefer half and half since it’s slightly less thick and rich, but choose whichever you’d like.
A traditional Grasshopper recipe uses equal parts crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and cream. Pour them into an ice-filled cocktail shaker, give it a few shakes and strain it into a glass. Feel free to adjust the proportions to suit your taste. For example, I prefer 2 parts half and half, 1 part crème de menthe and 1 part crème de cacao. Once you have the ingredients you can play around them until you get your perfect cocktail.
Make your Grasshopper extra pretty by adding some of the following garnishes: swirl chocolate sauce into the inside of your glass, top the Grasshopper with whipped cream, chopped Andes candies, chocolate sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or a sprig of fresh mint.
Frozen Grasshopper Drink (Grasshopper with Ice Cream):
Grasshopper Milkshake: Turn this cocktail into a milkshake! Add the crème de menthe, crème de cacao, milk, and a few scoops of mint-chip or vanilla ice cream into a blender. Give it a whirl and you’ll have a creamy, boozy and incredibly delicious dessert. It goes down very, very smooth (don’t say I didn’t warn ya).
Flying Grasshopper Cocktail:
Want to make your cocktail even stronger? Turn it into a Flying Grasshopper by adding 1 part vodka. Plain vodka or vanilla vodka would both work with the chocolate and mint flavors. I’ve also seen mention of adding Kahlua to a Grasshopper, which would impart a subtle vanilla-coffee flavor. I haven’t that tried yet, but as I am typing this I realize that I have everything I need to try it. I’m off to go experiment. Wish me luck!
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Grasshopper Drink
Ingredients
- 1 ounce crème de menthe
- 1 ounce crème de cacao white/clear
- 2 ounces half and half or heavy cream
- Chocolate sauce, whipped cream, chocolate sprinkles and/or chopped andes candies for garnish
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in an ice-filled cocktail shaker, and give it a few shakes.
- Drizzle chocolate sauce around the inside of a stemmed cocktail glass. Pour in grasshopper. Top with whipped cream sprinkles and candy, if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
The recipe originally appeared on Real Housemoms where I am a contributor.
Dorothy Reinhold says
When you read the list of ingredients you know this is going to be a winner! Chocolate and mint are the perfect pair.
Beth Pierce says
Yum, this looks both fun and delicious! I could have this sweet treat all day long!
Steph says
This looks so perfect for summertime! Mint chocolate is my favorite!
Sara Welch says
I haven’t had this in so long; you have inspired me to make this for myself this evening! Looks delish!
Krista says
This is so pretty! I love the look of it so much! I cannot wait to try it!
Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says
I’m drooling this is everything I love!
Cathy says
Oooh I could go for one right now!