Ep. 24: The char-truth about Chartreuse - Last Word and Oaxacan Last Word
Welcome to the episode 24 of The Art of Drinking with Join Jules and Your Favorite Uncle
What are we drinking?
One of the best stories in the history of alcohol has to be the history of Chartreuse. In this episode, we deep dive into it’s history and highlight one of the most popular drinks featuring this ancient green elixir of long life, the last word. Jules gives the last word aa zhuzh with her favorite spirit, mezcal (and an egg white).
Brad’s Classic Last Word Recipe
What do I need?
Tin-on-tin Shaker
Hawthorne strainer + fine mesh
Chilled Coupe Glass
Green Chartreuse
London Style Gin
Maraschino Liqueur
Limes
Luxardo Cherry
How do I make it?
.75oz green chartreuse
.75oz london dry style gin
.75oz maraschino liqueur
.75oz fresh lime juice
Shake for 20-30 seconds
Double strain into chilled coupe glass
Garnish with Luxardo cherry (or two, you deserve it)
Jules’ Oaxacan Last Word Recipe
What do I need?
Tin-on-tin Shaker
Hawthorne strainer + fine mesh
Chilled Double Rocks Glass
Green Chartreuse
Mezcal
Maraschino Liqueur
Egg white
Soda Water
Limes
Luxardo Cherry
How do I make it?
Add to a cocktail shaker:
1 oz mezcal
1 oz lime juice
1 oz maraschino
1 oz green chartreuse
1 egg white
Dry shake for 30 seconds
Shake again with ice for another 20 seconds
Double strain into chilled double rocks glass
Top with soda water
Garnish with a cherry on top!
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