Mezcal Last Word

Gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and fresh lime juice are all well-balanced ingredients in the **Last Word**, a traditional pre-Prohibition cocktail. Following World War II, it lost popularity, but thanks in large part to Seattle bartender Murray Stenson, it saw a comeback during the craft cocktail renaissance. After finding the recipe in Ted Saucier's 1951 book *Bottoms Up*, he served it at his bar, **Zig Zag Café**, where it became well-known very fast. This cocktail is a favorite among connoisseurs due to its complex profile and bright, herbal flavors. Its comeback demonstrates how timeless classic cocktails are in modern mixology.

Combining the earthy, smoky notes of mezcal with the herbal complexity of Green Chartreuse, the sweetness of maraschino liqueur, and the tartness of lime juice, The Mezcal Last Word is a delightful take on the traditional cocktail. Here’s how to make it:

Mezcal Last Word Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3/4 ounce mezcal
• 3/4 ounce Green Chartreuse
• 3/4 ounce maraschino liqueur
• 3/4 ounce lime juice

Instructions:

1. Pour all the ingredients into an ice-filled shaker.
2. Shake until chilled.
3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

Optional Twist

For an extra layer of flavor, try infusing your mezcal with fresh pineapple. Here’s a quick recipe:

Pineapple-Infused Mezcal:

1. In a sealed jar, combine 1 cup of mezcal and 1 cup of fresh pineapple chunks.
2. Shake it occasionally while it is refrigerated for two to three days.
3. Use the infusion of mezcal in your Mezcal Last Word after straining out the solids.

The fruity sweetness that this infusion adds beautifully balances the other ingredients! Have fun experimenting with this adaptable drink!