Taste profile
Balanced, balanced, balanced, and smooth.
LiqueurMediumCocktail glass
Cocktail guide
The Last Word
The Last Word combines Green Chartreuse, Maraschino Liqueur, Lime Juice, Gin in a cocktail served in a cocktail glass. It is a strong fit for summer patio, date night and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.
Best for
Best for summer patio, date night.
Quick fact
The Last Word is a gin-based cocktail originating at the Detroit Athletic Club in the 1910s, shortly before the start of Prohibition. After a long period of obscurity, it enjoyed a renewed popularity in the cocktail renaissance of the 2000s after being discovered by bartender Murray Stenson of the Zig Zag Café in Seattle.
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Ingredients
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How to make it
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Shake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass.
Method
Shaken
Finish
Usually finished with Lime Juice.
Taste map
Strength
Balanced
Sweetness
Balanced
Sourness
Balanced
Bitterness
Smooth
Read: The Last Word is a medium alcoholic cocktail for summer patio with Green Chartreuse, Maraschino Liqueur, Lime Juice.
Texture and serve cues
✓Has citrus
-Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style
Glassware
Cocktail glass
Method
Shaken
More to know before you make it
A fuller read on the drink.
Flavor & pairing
Expect a balanced profile with support from Green Chartreuse, Maraschino Liqueur, Lime Juice. Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.
Serving & context
Serve in a cocktail glass and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass. The Last Word sits comfortably in the liqueur cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.
Background
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The Last Word is a gin-based cocktail originating at the Detroit Athletic Club in the 1910s, shortly before the start of Prohibition. After a long period of obscurity, it enjoyed a renewed popularity in the cocktail renaissance of the 2000s after being discovered by bartender Murray Stenson of the Zig Zag Café in Seattle.
Reference cards
Base spirit
Liqueur
Category
Cocktail
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Cocktail glass
Method
Shaken
Garnish
Usually finished with Lime Juice.
Sources and extras
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Reference note: Last Word (cocktail)
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