Grasshopper
A creamy mint-and-chocolate dessert classic in equal parts; shaken with cream for a velvety texture, batching keeps its 1:1:1 ratio exact while the cream keeps the final strength gentle.
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How to make it
Shaken · Easy · about 3 minutes
- 1
Add the crème de menthe, crème de cacao and heavy cream to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- 2
Shake hard for 10–15 seconds until the outside of the shaker frosts over.
- 3
Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- 4
Garnish with mint sprig.
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This example makes 12 servings with added water at 27% of the full recipe volume before dilution. This is a planning assumption; water from ice at service is not predicted. Edit this recipe and create a purchase sheet →
| Ingredient | × 12 | mL |
|---|---|---|
| Crème de menthe (green) | 12.0 oz | 355 |
| Crème de cacao (white) | 12.0 oz | 355 |
| Heavy cream | 12.0 oz | 355 |
BatchPour tools produce estimates for planning purposes only. Actual dilution, ABV, and ingredient yields vary by technique, ice temperature, and produce. Always taste and adjust. Drink responsibly.
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Grasshopper FAQ
What's in a Grasshopper?
A classic Grasshopper is made with crème de menthe (green), crème de cacao (white), heavy cream. It's shaken and served in a coupe glass.
What is the ABV of a Grasshopper?
The listed ingredients calculate to approximately 16.0% ABV before added water or ice melt, with approximately 0.80 US standard drinks per serving. Water lowers the concentration but does not change the alcohol quantity.
Should I shake or stir a Grasshopper?
Shake it. Citrus and other non-spirit ingredients need the aeration and hard chill that shaking gives.
How do I batch Grasshoppers for a party?
Scale each ingredient by your number of servings. Open this recipe in the batch planner to choose added water, package sizes and ingredients to hold for service. Preset water percentages are planning assumptions applied to all recipe liquid before dilution, not predictions of ice melt.