a Grasshopper

Friday, April 8, 2011

I have been desperate for real mint ice cream lately, and the obsession is threatening to make even my cocktails mint ice cream-inspired. While there's next to nothing particularly sophisticated about the combination of crème de cacao, crème de menthe and heavy cream (or mint chip ice cream, if your Friday night is wanting for poodle skirts and jukeboxes), there is something irresistibly kitschy about a Grasshopper.


Grasshopper

3/4 oz of green crème de menthe
1 oz of white crème de cacao
1 oz of heavy cream

Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice; shake for 5-10 seconds. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.


Notes: While many recipes call for equal parts, a little crème de menthe goes a long way.

There's really no such thing as "top shelf" crème de cacao or menthe, so don't be embarrassed to pick up a $10 bottle at your local liquor store. This stuff will probably hide at the back of your liquor cabinet anyway, so ignore the horrifying ugly bottle and enjoy a bit of mint!


Photo by l'Exposition Universelle des Vins et Spiritueux.
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33 comments:

  1. Laura *You Stir Me*April 8, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    holy. cow. Lena. You read my mind! It's The Masters this weekend and I was looking for yummy and fun drink to make - guess which one is now on my list?!! And it's green so it's pretty perfect:)

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  2. Ren- Lady Of The ArtsApril 8, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    I have never made one of these at home although I have had it while out on the town! Have a great weekend!

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  3. JohannaApril 8, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    That looks so delicious! Now you got me craving one!

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  4. ashley nicole catherineApril 8, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    not a fan of mint (i know, crazy!), but i lovelove the color. happy friday, dear!

    xo.ashley

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  5. Rhiannon BosseApril 8, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Look at that photo! Now I am craving something frothy and minty myself. It looks and sounds like an absolute delight. Have a warm and relaxing weekend Miss Lena :) xo

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  6. a little black cloud in a dressApril 8, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    that's such a pretty drink! I admire your expertise in the alcohol department! :]

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  7. Veronika Novotny April 8, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    I love that you featured this drink, funnily enough I just discovered it the other night. It's absolutely delicious and I love that it's a little bit kitsch. xx veronika

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  8. Krysten @ Why Girls Are WeirdApril 8, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    YUM I want one of these NOW.

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  9. Cart RidgesApril 8, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    What a neat post! Looking forward for more post from you. Thank you for sharing!

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  10. postcards and prettiesApril 8, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    oooh I never had a grasshopper before...Its on my list now!!Happy friday Lena!

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  11. Aleah + Nick ValleyApril 8, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Ooh, this sounds quite interesting! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  12. NikkiApril 8, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    My Sister would love this. I'd make it for her if she weren't pregnant! Maybe after May ;)

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  13. AnonymousApril 8, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    My grandmother used to talk about grasshoppers - and Ive never even had one! I think that needs to change.

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  14. UnknownApril 8, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    I've always been curious as to how these taste. They sound so good. I wish I could have you make me one and then we could talk for hours!

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  15. Proper PaigeApril 8, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Ha! How kind of you to clarify that creme de minthe has no "top shelf." Enjoy your cocktail and have a lovely weekend!

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  16. stephanie [the merry way]April 8, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    mmm.. This seems like the perfect April drink..

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  17. Anna WalkerApril 8, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Nice it sounds perfect! Cooling and rich all at the same time. Gorgeous in the picture too!

    http://annawalker1992.blogspot.com/

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  18. rebeccaApril 8, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    i have some girl scout thin mints that are currently doing the trick, if the hubs doesn't eat them first.

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  19. Joie de VivApril 8, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    interesting! i've never had anything with this creme de menthe! my absolute fave ice cream is thrifty's mint n chip. in fact, i might have to stop at rite aid jsut to pick some up now. :)

    xx Vivian @ http://diamondsandtulle.blogspot.com

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  20. GloriaApril 8, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    yum! so minty and refreshing, and it doesn't hurt that it's such a pretty color :-)

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  21. AmberApril 8, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Seeing as how mint ice cream is one of my faves, I think this drink would be equally tasty and satisfy my mint urge :)

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  22. Gorgeous GlamApril 8, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    oh my goodness I am printing this out the director will love this! xo

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  23. Tiffany KadaniApril 8, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    I don't drink but I love grasshopper pie. It's my favorite!

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  24. UnknownApril 9, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Hi lovely Lena!! I'm so in love with all that's green!! It smells like spring!
    Got to try grasshopper! I guess my hubby's gonna adore it!!
    Love to you!
    Laura@RicevereconStile

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  25. SigneApril 9, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Gah, I need to learn to like boose!
    All these drinks you post look so yummy but I am sure I would just wrinkle my nose if I tasted it - I am such a kid!

    Hugs and enjoy your weekend :)

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  26. Oh, My DarlingApril 9, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Ooh, garnish with something chocolatey and this might be my ideal drink!

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  27. Kate/MagnoliaRougeApril 10, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    Sophisticated or not creme de menthe is AOK is my books. I adore anything peppermint... especially choc mint icecream.. and any drink that tastes like it!

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  28. UnknownApril 11, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    I guess this Grasshopper deserves a try at soonest! Love your shoes and coctails sections!! Unique and so beautifuly presented always!!!

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  29. NaomiApril 11, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Best of luck and lots of positive vibes for your John!

    On another note what a beautiful bouquet! It is just splendid!

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  30. KathleenApril 12, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    YUM. I love all things minty. Grasshoppers are so delicious!

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  31. AshleighApril 14, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Yes please, I want this like right now!!

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  32. TatiMarch 19, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    Can this be made with out dairy? (Lactose intolerant!!) drank this one and loved it but had terrible stomach pains than I realized it had milk and was so sad.. Anyone know of a dairy free grasshopper drink?

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  33. TatiMarch 19, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    Can this be made with out dairy? (Lactose intolerant!!) drank this one and loved it but had terrible stomach pains than I realized it had milk and was so sad.. Anyone know of a dairy free grasshopper drink?

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