How to Mix a Grasshopper

Crème de menthe provides the grasshopper-green hue of the Grasshopper, which is often served as an after-dinner drink. Serves one. Does this Spark an idea?

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cracked ice
liquor
cocktail shaker
1-1/2 oz. cream
cocktail strainer
1/2 oz. green crème de menthe
cocktail glasses
3/4 oz. crème de cacao
Cracked Ice
Liquor
Cocktail Glasses
Cocktail Shaker
Cocktail Strainer

Instructions

- 1
  
  Fill cocktail shaker with cracked ice.
- 2
  
  Add cream, white crème de cacao and green crème de menthe.
- 3
  
  Shake 4 times.
- 4
  
  Strain into chilled cocktail glass.

Tips & Warnings

Add an ounce or two of coffee for a Brown Grasshopper.
Mixed drinks contain alcohol, so use moderation.
Never drink and drive.

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