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Last Word
DifficultyBeginner
Master the bold and balanced Last Word cocktail, a Prohibition-era classic made with gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and fresh lime juice. With its vibrant color and crisp flavor, this equal-parts drink is a must-know for cocktail lovers.
Add gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well-chilled.
Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Garnish with a lime twist if desired — though traditionally served ungarnished.
Pairing Suggestions
2
Prosciutto and melon skewers
Oysters or smoked trout pâté
Grilled asparagus or green pea crostini
Tart fruit desserts (key lime pie, gooseberry tart)
Manchego or aged goat cheese
Its tart, herbal punch pairs beautifully with briny, salty, or citrusy foods.
Tips & Notes
3
Green Chartreuse is bold and herbal — there’s no substitute. Use the real thing!
Maraschino liqueur is dry and nutty — don’t confuse it with syrup from cherry jars.
Equal parts make this recipe easy to remember and scale.
If the Chartreuse is too bold, try ½ oz instead of ¾ oz and adjust to your liking.
Serve very cold for the best clarity and texture.
Side Info
4
The Last Word originated at the Detroit Athletic Club in the early 1920s and gained cult status during Prohibition. It faded for decades until being rediscovered in the early 2000s by cocktail historians and has since re-emerged as a modern speakeasy staple — praised for its electric green glow and perfect harmony of ingredients.
Add gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well-chilled.
Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Garnish with a lime twist if desired — though traditionally served ungarnished.
Pairing Suggestions
2
Prosciutto and melon skewers
Oysters or smoked trout pâté
Grilled asparagus or green pea crostini
Tart fruit desserts (key lime pie, gooseberry tart)
Manchego or aged goat cheese
Its tart, herbal punch pairs beautifully with briny, salty, or citrusy foods.
Tips & Notes
3
Green Chartreuse is bold and herbal — there’s no substitute. Use the real thing!
Maraschino liqueur is dry and nutty — don’t confuse it with syrup from cherry jars.
Equal parts make this recipe easy to remember and scale.
If the Chartreuse is too bold, try ½ oz instead of ¾ oz and adjust to your liking.
Serve very cold for the best clarity and texture.
Side Info
4
The Last Word originated at the Detroit Athletic Club in the early 1920s and gained cult status during Prohibition. It faded for decades until being rediscovered in the early 2000s by cocktail historians and has since re-emerged as a modern speakeasy staple — praised for its electric green glow and perfect harmony of ingredients.
