Final Ward

The Final Ward is simply one of the best modern classics. Phil Ward’s genius move of swapping gin for rye in the Last Word formula creates a perfectly balanced cocktail. That spicy rye stands up to the intense Chartreuse and funky maraschino, making it a loud, delicious banger.

Approximate ABV 27.4%
Approximate Price / Cocktail $4.46
Taste Foundation Sweet, Sour/Tart, Bitter
Taste Nuance Herbal, Fruity

Recipe Ingredients

3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) Rittenhouse Straight Rye Whisky Bottled in Bond Add to Cart
3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) Chartreuse Green Add to Cart
3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur Add to Cart
3/4 oz. (22.5 ml) fresh lemon juice

Recipe Directions

1. Grab your shaker tin.
2. Add the rye whiskey, Green Chartreuse, Luxardo Maraschino, and fresh lemon juice to the tin.
3. Fill with ice. Give it a good, hard shake until well-chilled.
4. Double strain into a chilled coupe.

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