Grasshopper (cocktail)

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Grasshopper cocktail

Grasshopper

Cocktail
Type	Cocktail
Served	Straight up: chilled, without ice
Standard garnish	Mint leaves or chocolate shavings
Standard drinkware	Cocktail glass
Commonly used ingredients	1 part Crème de menthe 1 part Crème de cacao 1 part Cream
Preparation	Shake ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

The Grasshopper is a sweet, mint-flavored cocktail that is typically served as an after-dinner drink. It is known for its distinctive green color, which comes from the Crème de menthe used in its preparation.

History

The Grasshopper cocktail is believed to have originated in the early 20th century. It gained popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s. The drink is said to have been created by Philibert Guichet, the owner of Tujague's, a bar in the French Quarter of New Orleans. The cocktail became widely known after it won a cocktail contest in New York City.

Ingredients

The Grasshopper cocktail is made with equal parts of the following ingredients:

• Crème de menthe: A sweet, mint-flavored liqueur that gives the drink its green color.
• Crème de cacao: A chocolate-flavored liqueur that adds a rich, sweet taste.
• Cream: Adds a smooth, creamy texture to the cocktail.

Preparation

To prepare a Grasshopper cocktail:

1. Combine equal parts of Crème de menthe, Crème de cacao, and Cream in a cocktail shaker.
2. Add ice and shake well until the mixture is chilled.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
4. Garnish with mint leaves or chocolate shavings, if desired.

Variations

There are several variations of the Grasshopper cocktail, including:

• Frozen Grasshopper: Blending the ingredients with ice to create a frozen version of the drink.
• Grasshopper Pie: A dessert inspired by the cocktail, made with a chocolate crust and a mint-flavored filling.

Related Pages

• Cocktail
• Crème de menthe
• Crème de cacao
• Cream
• New Orleans
• French Quarter