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Last Word

The Last Word moves between sharp acidity, herbal intensity and measured sweetness rather than settling into one dominant flavour. Its light body can make the strength less obvious than expected.

HerbalSourComplex

APPROX. ABV: 23%
STRENGTH: 4/5
DRINKABILITY: 3/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness3

Bitterness2

Sourness4

Strength4

Body2

Drinkability3

Fruity2

Herbal5

Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Gin

20 ml Modifier

20 ml Citrus or vermouth

Method: Shake with ice and strain.
Glass: Coupe or Old Fashioned
Garnish: House garnish

Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Goat cheese

02Herb dishes

03Fried food

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

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