Method
- Combine 20 ml of gin, 20 ml of green Chartreuse, 20 ml of maraschino liqueur, and 10 ml of lime juice in a shaker.
- Add ice cubes and shake well.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled saucer glass.
About the Last Word
This sour, herbal cocktail contains gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice. The combination creates flavors that are botanical, sweet, and tart. Preparation involves shaking with ice and straining into a saucer glass.
History
The Last Word was created at the Detroit Athletic Club during the 1910s, just before Prohibition began. The drink disappeared from popularity for many years. In the 2000s, it was rediscovered by Seattle bartender Murray Stenson and appeared in cocktail books, bringing it back into the spotlight.
