Creamy Emerald Grasshopper Cocktail Delight
A smooth, dreamy swirl of mint and chocolate that feels like a cozy hug in a glass. This easy homemade cocktail balances mint liqueur with cream and chocolate for a refreshing and indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 oz green creme de menthe
- 1 oz white creme de cacao
- 1 oz heavy cream or half-and-half
- 0.5 oz milk
- Ice cubes
- Optional garnishes: fresh mint sprigs, shaved chocolate, or cocoa powder
Instructions
- Chill your glass in the freezer for about 10 minutes.
- Pour 1 oz green creme de menthe into your shaker.
- Add 1 oz white creme de cacao to the shaker.
- Add 1 oz heavy cream or half-and-half.
- Add 0.5 oz milk.
- Fill the shaker about halfway with ice cubes.
- Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the outside feels cold and frosty.
- Strain the cocktail into the chilled glass, avoiding ice shards.
- Garnish with a fresh mint sprig or shaved chocolate.
Notes
Use fresh ice to avoid watering down the drink. Adjust cream and milk to achieve desired creaminess. Chill the glass before serving for best experience. For dairy-free version, substitute cream and milk with coconut cream or almond milk. For a frozen version, blend ingredients with ice instead of shaking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 3.
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 30
- Fat: 13.5
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 22.5
- Protein: 2.5
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