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Grasshopper Cocktail Drink

Grasshopper Drink Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this straightforward Grasshopper Drink recipe! Combining crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and heavy cream, it's the ultimate after-dinner treat or guilty pleasure.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 300

Ingredients
 

  • 1 oz Crème de Menthe
  • 1 oz Crème de Cacao - White
  • 1 oz heavy cream
  • Ice cubes
  • Mint leaves or chocolate shavings - for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Strainer & Fine-strainer
  • Martini Glass or Coupe Glass

Instructions

  • Chill Glass: Place your coupe glass in the freezer for a few hours or ice it up before starting.
  • Add Crème de Cacao: Measure and pour 1 oz Crème de Cacao into the shaker.
  • Add Crème de Menthe: Pour 1 oz Crème de Menthe into the shaker.
  • Add Heavy Cream: Add 1 oz heavy cream to the mix.
  • Prep Shaker: Fill your cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
  • Shake Well: Seal the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
  • Strain: Fine strain the mixture into your chilled glass.
  • Garnish: Sprinkle with chocolate shavings or a mint leaf.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Crème de Menthe: If you're out of crème de menthe, peppermint schnapps can be a decent alternative. I've used it, and it offers a more alcoholic kick but still keeps that minty flavor.
  • Crème de Cacao: No crème de cacao? Try using chocolate liqueur. It’s sweeter and less intense, but it works.
  • Heavy Cream: Half-and-half or even full-fat coconut milk can work if you don't have heavy cream. The texture changes slightly but not dramatically.

Making a Pitcher of Grasshopper Drink:

  • Scale: To serve 8 people, you'll need 8 oz of crème de menthe, 8 oz of crème de cacao, and 8 oz of heavy cream.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and heavy cream. Stir well.
  • Serve: Strain the mixture into chilled Martini glasses, garnish, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Crème de Menthe Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic mint syrup.
  • Crème de Cacao Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic chocolate syrup.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes and follow the original steps to enjoy a non-alcoholic Grasshopper Drink.

Making it Vegan:

  • Heavy Cream Substitute: Use a high-fat coconut milk or a vegan cream alternative.
  • Check Labels: Ensure your crème de menthe and crème de cacao are vegan-friendly; some brands use animal-derived products.