
Ordinary Drink
Grasshopper
Le Grasshopper est un cocktail classique et rafraîchissant, mélangeant des liqueurs de menthe verte et de crème de cacao avec de la crème fraîche. Sa couleur verte vibrante et son goût doux en font une boisson idéale pour les amateurs de cocktails sucrés. Souvent servi dans un verre à cocktail, il évoque une ambiance festive et estivale.
- mentholé
- crémeux
- chocolaté
- sucré
- Prep Time
- 5 min
- Glass
- Cocktail glass
- Difficulty
- Easy
- ABV
- 17%
- Yields
- 1 serving
Le Grasshopper est un ordinary drink classique, à préparer en 5 minutes. Le résultat : des saveurs mentholé and crémeux qui valent chaque instant de préparation. Régulièrement en tête des recherches pour "dîner".
Key Takeaways
What you’ll learn
- The Grasshopper was created at Tujague's bar in New Orleans around 1918 by owner Philip Guichet, who won second place with it in a New York cocktail competition.
- The classic recipe uses equal parts crème de menthe, white crème de cacao, and heavy cream for a perfectly balanced mint-chocolate profile.
- Green crème de menthe gives the iconic bright colour; white crème de menthe offers identical flavour with a cleaner, paler presentation.
- Vigorous shaking for 15–20 seconds is essential for cream-based cocktails to emulsify properly and achieve the correct texture.
- The frozen Grasshopper variation became wildly popular in the 1950s–60s and remains a beloved dessert drink.
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Ingredients
- Serves
- 1 serving
- Glass
- Cocktail glass
- Prep
- 5 min
- 3/4 ozGreen Creme de Menthe
- 3/4 oz whiteCreme de Cacao
- 3/4 ozLight cream
Method
Preparation
- 01
Versez les ingrédients dans un shaker à cocktail avec de la glace. Secouez vigoureusement, puis filtrez dans un verre à cocktail refroidi.
Origin
History & Origins
The Grasshopper cocktail was born in the French Quarter of New Orleans around 1918 at Tujague's, one of the city's oldest restaurants and bars, which first opened in 1856. Philip Guichet, the establishment's second owner, created the minty-sweet concoction for a cocktail competition in New York City, where it won second place. In the hearts of dessert-cocktail lovers, however, it became a champion. Tujague's still stands today at 823 Decatur Street and still serves the original Grasshopper.
The drink became particularly fashionable in the 1950s and 1960s, when creamy dessert-style cocktails dominated American cocktail culture. The equal-parts formula — crème de menthe, white crème de cacao, and heavy cream — created something that tasted uncannily like liquid mint-chocolate ice cream, earning the cocktail a devoted following among diners who wanted a sweet finish without committing to a full dessert. Restaurants across the American South adopted it as a signature after-dinner offering.
The equal-parts formula — crème de menthe, white crème de cacao, and heavy cream — created something that tasted uncannily like liquid mint-chocolate ice cream, earning the cocktail a devoted following among diners who wanted a sweet finish without committing to a full dessert.
Though cream-based cocktails fell somewhat out of fashion during the craft cocktail revolution's emphasis on spirit-forward drinks, the Grasshopper has experienced a nostalgic revival. Modern bartenders are rediscovering these indulgent classics and introducing them to new audiences, sometimes elevating the recipe with artisanal crème de menthe or house-made chocolate syrups. Its vivid green colour, iconic flavour, and straightforward preparation make it a perennial crowd-pleaser.
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Bartender’s Insight
Pro Tips
Utilisez des parts égales de crème de menthe verte, de crème de cacao blanche et de crème épaisse pour un équilibre optimal et une texture soyeuse
From Willow
secouez vigoureusement avec de la glace pilée pour créer l'émulsification et le refroidissement approprié
versez dans un verre de cocktail refroidi pour une présentation impeccable
garnissez d'une petite branche de menthe fraîche pour améliorer l'arôme.
At the Table
Perfect Pairings
Beyond the Classic
Variations
Grasshopper au Brandy
Substitue le cognac à la crème, créant une variation plus raide et orientée vers l'alcool
Grasshopper Fizz
Garni de champagne pour plus d'effervescence et de légèreté
Grasshopper Menthe Chocolat
Utilise des parts égales de crème de cacao foncée avec menthe pour une intensité de chocolat plus profonde
Questions
Frequently Asked
- The Grasshopper has a flavor profile that is mentholé, crémeux, chocolaté, sucré. It is crafted to balance these characteristics into a harmonious, satisfying drink that appeals to a wide range of palates.
- The Grasshopper is ideal for anniversaires, soirées d'été, fêtes de fin d'année. Its flavor profile and presentation make it a versatile choice that works equally well as a social cocktail or a relaxed evening drink.
- Yes, there are several ways to adapt a Grasshopper. If you cannot source Green Creme de Menthe, look for a similar alternative that matches its flavor profile. Keep in mind that substitutions may alter the balance of the cocktail, so start with a smaller quantity and adjust to taste. The variations section above lists popular alternatives bartenders use.
- Some of the most popular Grasshopper variations include Grasshopper au Brandy, Grasshopper Fizz, Grasshopper Menthe Chocolat. Each variation puts a unique twist on the original recipe while retaining the essential character of the classic cocktail.
- The Grasshopper is traditionally served in a Cocktail glass. Using the right glassware is important because it affects the aroma, temperature retention, and overall drinking experience. If you do not have a Cocktail glass on hand, a similar shaped glass will work.
- Yes, a mocktail version of the Grasshopper is possible. Replace the base spirit with a non-alcoholic spirit alternative (there are many quality options available) and keep all other components the same. The result will capture much of the original's flavor profile while being suitable for guests who prefer alcohol-free options.
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