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What a template for variations the Last Word provides! The Lumiere follows Difford's 3:2:2:2 proportions for the Last word, which veer more in the sweet direction than Venegas' Gypsy #1. I like basic 2:1:1 proportions for Daisy-class drinks like Margaritas, and after some experimentation find that 2:1:1:1 proportions (just increase the gin in Difford's Lumiere recipe to 1.33 oz) yields excellent results. Elderflower makes the Last Word more herbal and complex than it is with maraschino liqueur, and this is a very minor tweak of the Last Word proportions (and still plenty sweet enough). My new favorite Last Word variation; I dub it the Gypsy Light.

Excellent alternative to a Last Word. The orange bitters are a nice touch. ♡