Lena Abraham is a freelance contributor with Delish, and was formerly Senior Food Editor, where she developed and styled recipes for video and photo, and also stayed on top of current food trends. She’s been working in the food industry for over 10 years, and will argue that the best fish tacos in the world are made in New York. Don’t @ her.
![Video player poster image preview for We Can't Get Enough Of These Drunken Grasshoppers](https://hips.hearstapps.com/del.h-cdn.co/assets/18/08/1600x900/hd-aspect-1519317094-delish-drunk-grasshoppers-stills-2.jpg?resize=1200:*)
Sweet, rich, and perfectly minty, the grasshopper cocktail was made for mint chocolate lovers. If mint chocolate chip is your go-to scoop, this may just become your new go-to cocktail. Created in New Orleans, this bright green drink is an ideal dessert cocktail to sip on all year long, but its festive color makes it absolutely perfect for enjoying at your St. Patrick’s Day festivities! No need to make the trip down to New Orleans—with just three ingredients (and optional toppings), you can make this vodka cocktail right at home!
Why is it called the grasshopper?
Because of the bright green hue of the drink (thanks to the creme de menthe), this now classic cocktail was named the grasshopper!
What is a grasshopper cocktail?
We get it—the name isn’t the most appetizing. But this sweet cocktail is a must-have for mint lovers. Popular in New Orleans, the grasshopper has been a famous dessert cocktail for over 100 years. Our recipe combines creme de menthe, white chocolate liqueur, and vodka for the perfect mint and chocolate combo. To really make these grasshoppers dessert worthy, we topped our drinks with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Trust us—it’s a worthwhile addition.
Grasshopper everything.
Can’t get enough of the minty-chocolatey flavor? Us either! Try our frozen grasshopper pie if you’re hungry for the dessert version of this classic cocktail, or any of our favorite mint chocolate desserts to enjoy all year round.
Have you made this yet? Let us know how it went in the comments below!
- Yields:
- 2 serving(s)
- Prep Time:
- 5 mins
- Total Time:
- 5 mins
- Cal/Serv:
- 154
Ingredients
- 1/2 oz.
creme de menthe, chilled
- 2 oz.
white chocolate liqueur, chilled
- 1 oz.
vodka, chilled
Cool whip, for garnish
Chocolate shavings, for garnish
- Nutrition Information
- Per Serving (Serves 2)
- Calories154 Fat0 gSaturated fat0 gCholesterol0 mgSodium3 mgCarbohydrates16 gFiber0 gSugar14 gProtein0 gVitamin D0 mcgCalcium0 mgIron0 mgPotassium9 mg
- Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.Powered by
Directions
- Step 1Combine creme de menthe, white chocolate liqueur, and vodka in a coupe. Stir to combine. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkling of chocolate shavings. Serve.