First developed back in the 1920s, the Last Word is a sassy drink concocted by rebels looking to let loose following the end of The Prohibition Era. As such, you can imagine that this gin-based cocktail created quite a stir. Here’s how you can create the perfect Last Word to truly light up your next party.
Ingredients:
- 1 ounce gin
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce maraschino liqueur
- Luxardo cherries
- Lime wheel
- Ice
Instructions:
- Refrigerate the glasses you intend to use for the cocktail.
- Pour the gin, lime juice, and maraschino liqueur into a cocktail shaker and fill with ice. Shake for about 30 seconds, until the outside of the shaker appears frosty.
- Strain the cocktail into the chilled glasses and garnish with cherries and lime wheels.
