After Eight Mint Chocolate Cocktail
The After Eight Mint Chocolate Cocktail is a creamy, dessert-style drink inspired by the classic After Eight mint chocolates. It typically blends vodka, crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and cream or Irish cream, creating a smooth, minty sipper. Originating in modern cocktail culture, it's a popular after-dinner treat or holiday beverage.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This cocktail is high in fat and carbs due to the cream and liqueurs, with minimal protein. A standard serving contains roughly 250-350 calories, primarily from sugars and dairy.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 35 mg |
| Calcium | 40 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Potassium | 60 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg |
| Vitamin A | 15 µg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.02 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.01 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a playful twist on a beloved confection, often served at festive gatherings. Nutritionally, its rich ingredients make it more of an indulgent treat than a health-conscious choice.
