
In Search of the Ultimate Grasshopper
We asked 10 of America's best bartenders to submit their finest recipe for the Grasshopper—then blind-tasted them all to find the best of the best.
- story: Robert Simonson
- photo: Lizzie Munro
We asked 10 of America's best bartenders to submit their finest recipe for the Grasshopper—then blind-tasted them all to find the best of the best.
While most Grasshoppers showcase brandy, this stirred, boozy variation showcases tequila instead.
Often derided as sugar-laden and artificially-flavored, blended drinks have gotten a bad rap with the cocktail crowd over the years. Bartender Jeffrey Morgenthaler argues for their place among the classics…
This Midwestern interpretation swaps cream for ice cream, fortified with Cognac.
Herbaceous Branca Menta takes a starring role in this digestivo-ready play on the Grasshopper.
Garret Richard's inspiration to turn the Grasshopper into a swizzle came from many visits to LA’s famed Tiki-Ti lounge.