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One of my favorite after-dinner drinks is this creamy, minty Grasshopper cocktail. It’s like a grown-up milkshake with a splash of chocolate liqueur. That vibrant green color always gets me! I love serving it at retro-themed parties or anytime I want a fun, dessert-style drink.
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This is the best Grasshopper cocktail recipe to make at home using just three ingredients. It’s perfect for sipping after dinner or serving at celebrations like St. Patrick’s Day, Christmas, or even Easter. It’s rich, fun, and totally drinkable year-round.
Ingredient Notes
Here is a list of the three ingredients we use in this minty cocktail:
Crème de Menthe: A green, mint-flavored liqueur that gives the Grasshopper its signature vibrant color and refreshing minty flavor. (You can find it in clear too, but green is the classic for this cocktail.)
Crème de Cacao: A chocolate-flavored liqueur that comes in clear (white) or dark versions. Use the clear version if you want a brighter green drink, but the dark version still gives a beautiful deep green color.
Heavy Cream: This makes the drink extra rich, creamy, and dessert-like — the perfect after-dinner treat!
Find Creme de Cacao and Creme de Menthe online or at your local liquor stores.
How to Make a Grasshopper Cocktail
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then add the crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and cream.
Shake for about 20 seconds until it’s chilled and frothy.
Strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass, and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
Chill the glass: Place your glass in the freezer for 30 minutes before serving. It keeps the cocktail cold and makes the sipping experience extra smooth.
Add ice cream: Turn your Grasshopper into a dessert by pouring it over a scoop of vanilla ice cream — like a minty affogato!
Make it stronger: Want a boozier twist? Swap the cream for vodka for a version known as the “Flying Grasshopper.”
Blend it up: For a milkshake-style treat, blend the cocktail with a scoop of mint chocolate or vanilla ice cream.
Frequently Asked Questions
A mint-flavored liqueur made by steeping mint leaves in neutral alcohol. It comes in green or clear versions—both work in cocktails, but green is the classic for a Grasshopper.
Yes, but it’s very sweet and minty. It’s traditionally sipped after dinner but is best used in cocktails.
Yes. Most bottles are 18–25% ABV.
No. Mint syrup is non-alcoholic and much sweeter. It’s great for mocktails but not a direct swap in most cocktails.
A chocolate-flavored liqueur made by soaking cocoa beans in alcohol, often with a hint of vanilla. It’s sweet, smooth, and contains no dairy despite the name.
More Dessert Cocktail Recipes
If you love this delicious cocktail, try these recipes!
- Sicilian Kiss Cocktail
- Whipped White Russian
- Candy Cane Punch
- Sergeant Pepper Cocktail
- Frozen Gin and Tonic
And if you love peppermint cocktails, try my peppermint martini!
This minty Grasshopper is a fun party drink, no matter how you serve it. Try it and let me know what you think in the comments!
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Grasshopper Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Creme de Cacao
- 1 ounce Creme de Menthe
- 2 ounces heavy cream
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the ingredients.
- Shake for 20 seconds.
- Strain into a coupe glass and garnish with fresh mint.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This was my first time trying a grasshopper and it was so delicious! Easy to make and love the chocolate and mint combo. Will definitely make again!
We made these for our girls night in and they were such a huge hit. SO pretty and easy to make!
This is very helpful and really easy to make! Thanks a bunch for sharing this grasshopper drink! So unique and highly recommended!