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Shaken · 1 serving

Closing Argument

An equal-parts smoky Last Word variation combining mezcal, green herbal liqueur, maraschino, and fresh lime.

Short answer

Closing Argument is a shaken cocktail made with mezcal, green chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodShaken
GlassCoupe
LevelMedium
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Closing Argument ingredients

These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

How ml, US oz and parts work
Closing Argument ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Mezcal22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1 part
Green Chartreuse22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1 part
Maraschino Liqueur22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1 part
Lime Juice22.5 ml2.3 cl0.8 oz1 part

Garnish: Exactly one short narrow lime twist

Method

How to make Closing Argument

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a coupe thoroughly and cut exactly one short narrow lime twist.

  2. 02

    Measure equal parts mezcal, green herbal liqueur, maraschino liqueur, and fresh lime juice into a shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid ice and seal it firmly.

  4. 04

    Shake hard for 10–12 seconds until the shaker is frosted and the drink is properly diluted.

  5. 05

    Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so the surface stays free of small ice fragments.

  6. 06

    Express the single compact lime twist over the surface, retain it neatly, and serve.

Tasting profile

What does Closing Argument taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sourness (4/5) and strength (4/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness4 / 5
Bitterness3 / 5
Strength4 / 5
Freshness3 / 5

Quick answers

Closing Argument questions

What is in a Closing Argument?

Kokto’s build uses mezcal, green chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice.

How long does a Closing Argument take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Closing Argument prepared?

It uses a shaken method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Closing Argument alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

  • Cocktail App English editorial catalog B073https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/3448/closing-argument · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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