Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ounce green crème de menthe
- 1 ounce white crème de cacao
- 1 ounce heavy cream
- Ice cubes (for shaking)
- Fresh mint sprig, for garnish (optional)
- Dark chocolate shavings, for garnish (optional)
- Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Chill your glass: Place your coupe or martini glass in the freezer for at least 5 minutes before making the cocktail. A chilled glass keeps your drink colder longer and enhances the overall experience.
- Fill the shaker with ice: Add a generous amount of ice cubes to your cocktail shaker, filling it about two-thirds full. Fresh, cold ice is important for proper dilution and temperature.
- Add the liqueurs: Measure and pour 1 ounce of green crème de menthe into the shaker, followed by 1 ounce of white crème de cacao. Using a jigger ensures the proper balance of flavors.
- Add the cream: Pour 1 ounce of heavy cream into the shaker. The cream should be cold from the refrigerator for best results.
- Shake vigorously: Seal the cocktail shaker tightly and shake hard for 15-20 seconds. You should hear the ice clinking loudly and feel the shaker getting very cold in your hands. This vigorous shaking is essential for creating the smooth, frothy texture.
- Strain into glass: Remove your glass from the freezer. Using the built-in strainer or a Hawthorne strainer, pour the cocktail into your chilled glass. For an extra-smooth texture, double-strain through a fine mesh strainer to catch any ice chips.
- Garnish and serve: Add your chosen garnishes. A fresh mint sprig adds aromatic appeal, while chocolate shavings provide extra decadence. If desired, top with a small dollop of whipped cream. Serve immediately while ice-cold.
Notes
- For a frozen grasshopper, blend all ingredients with 1 cup of ice until smooth
- Equal parts (1:1:1 ratio) is traditional, but you can adjust to taste
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream
- Make it dairy-free by using coconut cream or oat cream
- The cocktail should be pale green; if it’s too dark, add a splash more cream
- For extra mint flavor, add 1-2 drops of peppermint extract
- Can be made in batches for parties; multiply recipe and shake in batches
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail, Dessert Drink
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (3 oz)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 41mg