RECIPE

After Eight® Mint Cocktail Recipe

Bring a touch of elegance to your dinner party with this creamy mint digestif, inspired by After Eight®

29 October, 2025

The after-dinner mint has been a sweet tradition since After Eight® first launched in 1962. With its classic blend of rich chocolate and refreshing mint, it brings elegance to dinner parties and special occasions – and this cocktail, inspired by After Eight, is here to carry on the tradition. It’s a creamy blend of Irish cream and mint liqueur topped with fresh mint and served in a chocolate-rimmed glass. They are simple to make, quick to shake and offer a twist on tradition mixed with a touch of bartending flair!

Our After-Eight cocktail is a grown-up dessert all by itself, but if you’re looking for something to serve with coffees, try our fudgy and fresh After Eight® brownie – or try turning a chocolate brownie sundae on its head by using mint choc chip ice cream instead of vanilla. For even more chocolate and mint treats with a bubbly twist, explore our Mint Aero® Brownie recipe.

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Why It’s The Perfect After Dinner Cocktail

The secret to our After Eight® cocktail lies in the refreshing combination of Irish cream and mint – both of which are great digestifs. The creamy, chocolatey richness satisfies the sweet tooth while the mint refreshes your palate. Serve it at your birthday celebration, a romantic dinner, or after the dessert course at a wedding. It’s creamy, comforting and classy all in one chocolate-rimmed glass.

After Eight® After Dinner Cocktail Recipe

A few shakes are all it takes to impress your guests with our minty After Eight® cocktail – but take your time for the best result.

Serving suggestions

For the perfect serve, a Martini glass is ideal, but if you present this in a whisky tumbler or coupe glass, it will look just as impressive.

For a decadent complementary pairing, serve your cocktails with an After Eight® Brownie for extra choc-mint kick! Or for a bold contrast, serve it with creamy blue cheese and charcoal or rye crackers.

You will need

A cocktail shaker
Chilled Martini glasses

Ingredients

10g dark chocolate
Ice
35ml Irish Cream Liqueur
10ml Crème de Menthe
75ml cold milk
Mint leaves for garnish

Each cocktail typically contains:

Energy 1024kJ 245kcal 12%
Fat 14.2g 20%
Saturates 8.7g 44%
Sugars 19.3g 21%
Salt 0.16g 3%

of an adult’s Reference Intake (RI)*
Energy per 100g: 724kJ/173kcal

Method

Place your Martini glass into the freezer to chill for 20 minutes.
Place the dark chocolate in a shallow microwave-safe bowl or side plate and melt in short bursts. Dip the glass once in the melted chocolate, let the excess drip off and then turn it upright. Return the glass to the fridge until you’re ready to serve.
Add your ice into your cocktail shaker.
Add the Irish Cream liqueur, Crème de Menthe and milk and shake slowly for 10 seconds.
Strain immediately into your chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish with the tip from a fresh mint sprig.

Contains alcohol. Consume responsibly.

Top Tip

Since this cocktail is served without ice, ensure the ingredients are well chilled and shake the cocktail shaker for a slow 10-second count for the best results. It’s always best to use ice cubes straight from the freezer to maximize chill without too much dilution.

Questions

What is Irish Cream Liqueur?

Irish Cream Liqueur is a low-alcohol cream liqueur made from Irish whiskey and cream with additional flavourings like chocolate or vanilla.

What is Crème de Menthe?

Crème de Menthe is a low-alcohol mint-flavoured liqueur from France. It comes in clear or green, and both can be used interchangeably in cocktails. The green variety is usually preferred if the cocktail or shooter is layered to show the different colours.

What can I use if I don’t have a cocktail shaker?

Never fear! A glass jug and a spoon can work in a pinch. Simply add ice and your ingredients and stir for 20-30 seconds to chill before straining into your chilled glass.