Grasshopper cocktail

 

Method 1

Ingredients

ice

25ml crème de menthe

25ml white crème de cacao

25ml single cream

To garnish

mint sprig

25g melted chocolate (optional)

STEP 1

Start by making the garnish. Take a sprig of mint, strip off the leaves at the base and dip the stalk in the melted chocolate, holding the upper leaves gently. Leave to set on a plate or tray.

STEP 2

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice then pour in the liqueurs and cream. Shake hard until the outside of the cocktail shaker is cold, then strain in to a cocktail glass or small coupe. Garnish with the chocolate-dipped sprig of mint.

Method 2

The Grasshopper cocktail is a classic drink that dates back to the 1910s. It's a sweet and creamy cocktail that tastes like mint chocolate. Here's a simple recipe for you:

Ingredients:

- 1 oz green crème de menthe

- 1 oz white crème de cacao

- 1 oz cream

- Ice

- Mint sprig (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Fill a shaker with ice.

2. Add the green crème de menthe, white crème de cacao, and cream to the shaker.

3. Shake well until chilled.

4. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

5. Garnish with a mint sprig.

6. Enjoy your delicious Grasshopper cocktail!