![]() And, then I’m using white crème de menthe and white crème de cacao (which are both vegan despite the names), and some vodka. Instead of using peppermint ice cream, I’m using a blend of cashew milk, raw cashews, banana, fresh mint leaves, dates, vanilla, and ice which creates an incredible creamy texture! You will swear this drink contains a pint of the best dairy-filled peppermint ice cream.Īnd, instead of using green crème de menthe to get the signature green color (which I think looks like gross dead fake food) I’m using spinach, which brings the grasshopper back to life. So, I’m going for the “Flying Frozen Grasshopper” with this recipe! A flying grasshopper is a variation that adds vodka, and a frozen grasshopper uses scoops of peppermint ice cream in place of the cream to create a thick shake consistency. ![]() (Not sure they were drinking them on Mad Men, but anyway…)Ī regular grasshopper typically contains equal parts green crème de menthe (giving it the signature blue/green color), white crème de cacao, and cream that is shaken with ice. So, what’s in a traditional grasshopper drink?Ī grasshopper is a mint-flavored, dessert-style cocktail that originated in the French Quarter of New Orleans and was popular in the 1950’s as a sweet after-dinner drink. And, also, where’s the innovation and fun in that? But, because the different varieties and brands of coconut, almond, soy, and cashew ice creams vary so dramatically in flavor around the world and can be very assertive it would have been impossible to get a uniform flavor for you. I could have used dairy-free ice cream to make a quick vegan version. Traditional frozen grasshoppers are made with gobs of ice cream. ![]() ![]() This frozen grasshopper drink is so rich, creamy, and delicious you’d never know it was dairy-free, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly. ![]()
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