The Last Word Cocktail
The Last Word Cocktail
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The Last Word is a Prohibition-era classic cocktail renowned for its perfectly balanced, herbaceous, and refreshing flavor. Equal parts gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and fresh lime juice come together to create a vibrant, pale green sipper that’s simultaneously sweet, tart, and slightly floral. This cocktail is ideal for impressing guests or elevating your evening wind-down, especially on a balmy California night. The Last Word’s history and perfectly symmetrical proportions make it a timeless favorite among cocktail enthusiasts. Serve it cold and savor the harmony of botanicals and citrus in every sip.
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Chill a coupe or cocktail glass by filling it with ice water while you prepare the drink.
  2. Add the gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and fresh lime juice to a cocktail shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Dump the ice water from your glass and strain the cocktail into the chilled coupe or cocktail glass.
  5. Garnish with a lime wheel or cherry, if desired. Serve immediately.