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Shaken · 1 serving

Flying Grasshopper

A vodka-strengthened Grasshopper with cool peppermint, white cacao, and rich cream.

Short answer

Flying Grasshopper is a shaken cocktail made with vodka, white creme de cacao, crème de menthe, and whipping cream. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 7 minutes.
Time7 min
MethodShaken
GlassCoupe
LevelMedium
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1 serving

Flying Grasshopper ingredients

These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

How ml, US oz and parts work
Flying Grasshopper ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
VodkaSource suggests this bottle (not required): Ketel One Vodka22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1 part
White Creme de CacaoSource suggests this bottle (not required): Giffard White Crème de Cacao22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1 part
Crème de mentheSource suggests this bottle (not required): Giffard Peppermint Pastille22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1 part
Whipping Cream30 ml3 cl1 oz1.3 parts
Cocoa Powder (optional)0.5 teaspoon——Optional
Powdered Sugar (optional)0.5 teaspoon——Optional
Simple Syrup (optional)2.5 ml0.3 cl0.1 oz0.1 parts
Mint (optional)1 piece——Optional

Garnish: Narrow cocoa-sugar rim and exactly one mint sprig tip

Method

How to make Flying Grasshopper

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Pre-chill one coupe and mix equal small amounts of cocoa powder and powdered sugar on a plate.

  2. 02

    Moisten only the outside edge with simple syrup and apply a narrow cocoa-sugar rim.

  3. 03

    Add vodka, white crème de cacao, crème de menthe, and cream to an ice-filled shaker.

  4. 04

    Shake hard until cold and lightly aerated.

  5. 05

    Fine-strain into the prepared coupe without wetting the rim.

  6. 06

    Float exactly one mint sprig tip at the center and serve.

Tasting profile

What does Flying Grasshopper taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sweetness (5/5) and strength (3/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness5 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness1 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness3 / 5

Quick answers

Flying Grasshopper questions

What is in a Flying Grasshopper?

Kokto’s build uses vodka, white creme de cacao, crème de menthe, and whipping cream, with optional items shown separately in the table.

How long does a Flying Grasshopper take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 7 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Flying Grasshopper prepared?

It uses a shaken method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Flying Grasshopper alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

  • Cocktail App English editorial catalog B232https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/775/flying-grasshopper · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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