Creamy, minty, and cool as a 1950s Cadillac—the Grasshopper Cocktail is a retro dessert drink that delivers serious throwback charm. With crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and cream, it's like a boozy Andes mint in a glass. In Los Angeles, where nostalgia meets next-level mixology, the Grasshopper is showing up again at dessert bars, themed lounges, and even cannabis-adjacent luxury events.
It's smooth, sweet, and unapologetically fun—just like LA on a good night.
Ingredients For The Grasshopper Cocktail (One Serving)
- 1 oz Green Crème de Menthe
- 1 oz White Crème de Cacao
- 1 oz Heavy Cream
- Ice (for shaking)
- Glass: Coupe or Nick & Nora
- Garnish: Shaved dark chocolate, mint sprig, or cocoa powder
LA Local Tip: For a local spin, Party Shakers offers mint liqueurs from California distillers or infuses crème de cacao with espresso. Want to go wild? Add CBD tincture or THC-infused whipped cream at private events (where legal, of course).
How to Make the Grasshopper Cocktail, LA Style
1. Chill your glass.
This cocktail should hit the table icy-cold with velvet texture. Pop that coupe in the freezer.
- Shake all ingredients with ice.
Add crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and heavy cream to a shaker. Shake hard for about 15 seconds until chilled and frothy. - Double strain into your chilled glass.
You're going for smooth and creamy—no chunks, no ice chips. - Garnish to match the vibe.
Old-school: a mint leaf or chocolate shavings. New-school LA: edible glitter, cocoa stencil art, or even dry ice fog.
Why LA Is Falling Back in Love with the Grasshopper
It's nostalgic and Instagrammable—a rare combo. And because it's a dessert drink, it's perfect for:
- Speakeasy dessert lounges in Koreatown
- Throwback weddings in Glendale
- Cannabis events in DTLA
- Retro-chic house parties in Silver Lake
It's also a hit for anyone skipping actual dessert but still craving something rich and sweet.
FAQs
Is the Grasshopper overly sweet?
It's definitely a dessert drink, but Party Shakers balances it with fresh cream and can add espresso bitters or dark chocolate notes to bring complexity. This is why The Grasshopper Cocktail is such a great drink.
Can it be made dairy-free?
Yes. We offer almond milk, coconut cream, or oat milk versions—still rich, still smooth, still fun.
Can I serve it in bulk?
We don't recommend batching due to cream separation. But we can build a high-speed dessert cocktail station and shake per order for large parties.
Book the Cocktail That Brings Retro Back – The Grasshopper in LA
Whipped, chilled, and minty fresh—The Grasshopper Cocktail is for the cool crowd that wants to finish strong. Party Shakers revives this vintage charmer with modern execution and LA flair. Same for other great drinks.
✅ Available throughout LA County: Hollywood, Santa Monica, Burbank, Sherman Oaks
✅ Optional dessert pairing or late-night "cocktail float" version
✅ Vegan and CBD-enhanced options available
✅ Served by Party Shakers mixologists who know how to make creamy cool again
Book Party Shakers – Serve the Grasshopper and End Your LA Event with a Wink and a Whirl