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Last Word

Gin · Strong

Last Word

A pre-Prohibition equal-parts cocktail — gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino, and lime — bright emerald and herbaceous.

Time
4 min
Servings
1
Glass
Coupe

Ingredients

  • GinGinGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic.22 ml
  • Green ChartreuseGreen ChartreuseGreen Chartreuse is a herbal liqueur made by Carthusian monks in France, known for its complex blend of 130 herbs and a distinctive green color. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Last Word and Chartreuse Swizzle.22 ml
  • Maraschino liqueurMaraschino liqueurMaraschino liqueur is a clear, cherry-flavored Italian liqueur made from Marasca cherries and their pits. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Aviation and the Last Word.22 ml
  • Fresh lime juiceFresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe limes, commonly used in cocktails for its tart and citrusy flavor. It is a key ingredient in drinks like Margaritas and Daiquiris.22 ml
  • Brandied cherry (garnish)Brandied cherry (garnish)A brandied cherry is a cherry preserved in a sweet brandy syrup, often flavored with spices. It is commonly used as a garnish in cocktails like the Manhattan and Old Fashioned.1

Gear

JiggerShakerStrainer

Method

  1. 1

    Add ginginGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic., green Chartreusegreen ChartreuseGreen Chartreuse is a herbal liqueur made by Carthusian monks in France, known for its complex blend of 130 herbs and a distinctive green color. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Last Word and Chartreuse Swizzle., maraschino liqueurmaraschino liqueurMaraschino liqueur is a clear, cherry-flavored Italian liqueur made from Marasca cherries and their pits. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Aviation and the Last Word., and fresh lime juicefresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe limes, commonly used in cocktails for its tart and citrusy flavor. It is a key ingredient in drinks like Margaritas and Daiquiris. to a shaker filled with ice.

  2. 2

    Shake hard for 10 seconds until well chilled.

  3. 3

    Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass.

  4. 4

    Drop a single brandied cherry into the bottom of the glass.

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