The Grasshopper Cocktail is a silky, dessert-style drink from the Prohibition era that combines equal parts green crème de menthe, white crème de cacao, and half-and-half for a refreshing mint and chocolate flavor.
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Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.
Prepared Grasshopper Cocktails should be consumed immediately; leftover mixed ingredients do not store well.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · jigger or measuring spoon · strainer
Yes. Heavy cream, whole milk, or coconut cream work as substitutes, though they'll alter the richness and texture slightly.
Yes, serve it chilled over ice or pre-chill the glass and ingredients for the best texture and flavor.
It emerged during Prohibition (1919–1933) in the United States as a sweet, creamy after-dinner drink.
Yes, multiply all ingredients proportionally and stir in a large batch, or prepare individual drinks in sequence.
No, both crème de menthe and crème de cacao contain alcohol; there is no standard non-alcoholic version.
