I love trying new martini recipes for holiday celebrations and this Grasshopper Martini is perfect for St. Patrick's Day. The Creme de Menthe gives it the vibrant green color and also a wonderful mint flavor. This is an an old fashioned cocktail and in fact brings back memories of my mother enjoying this drink with her friends. It definitely is from a different era and you will feel like you have returned to the 1960's where this drink first gained popularity.
The flavors in this creamy martini will remind you of a a grown up shamrock shake and the color makes it fun to drink. Some flavor combinations just go together and chocolate and mint are ones that always work. I made this sample to try last night, but will be enjoying another on St. Patrick's Day.
Grasshopper Martini
In a martini shaker filled with ice, mix equal parts (1 1/2 ounce) Creme de Menthe, Creme de Cacao and 1/2 and 1/2. Shake until foamy and pour into a pretty martini glass. Enjoy!
{Linking with these friends}
Have A Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson
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You had me at martini! Loved the history behind it! So vintage!
ReplyDeleteLooks so yummy and festive!!
ReplyDeleteDelicious, I'm sure!!
ReplyDeleteOh, how delicious this sounds! Someday I want to look up your various martini and cocktail recipes as you have posted some really good ones over the years. I have made the Watermelon Martini several times - it's delish! Happy St. Patrick's Day, Vicki. :)
ReplyDeleteLooks yummy and festive:) Have a blessed day dear friend, HUGS!
ReplyDeleteAnd you had me at grown up shamrock shake!
ReplyDeleteYum that looks really good, I might have to try it ;)
ReplyDeleteThat ought to get you jumpin! lol! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
Yay! I love a green cocktail!
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