Last Word (cocktail)

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Last Word
Cocktail
TypeCocktail
Base spirit
ServedStraight up: chilled, without ice
Standard drinkware
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Cocktail glass
Commonly used ingredients
PreparationShake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass.



The Last Word is a gin-based cocktail that originated during the Prohibition era in the United States. It is known for its unique combination of flavors, balancing the herbal notes of green Chartreuse, the sweetness of maraschino liqueur, and the tartness of lime juice.

History[edit | edit source]

The Last Word was first developed at the Detroit Athletic Club in the early 1920s. It gained popularity during the Prohibition era, a time when the production, importation, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages were banned in the United States. The cocktail was later featured in Ted Saucier's 1951 cocktail book, Bottoms Up!

Ingredients[edit | edit source]

The Last Word is made with equal parts of the following ingredients:

Preparation[edit | edit source]

To prepare the Last Word, combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. The drink is typically served without a garnish, allowing the vibrant green color and complex flavors to stand out.

Variations[edit | edit source]

Several variations of the Last Word have emerged over the years, including:

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD