Sip this modern take on a Last Word cocktail instead of putting your foot in your mouth during Mercury Retrograde.
Libra season arrives on the heels of the fall equinox — one of two days in the year when solar day and Nox are of adequate duration , which construct sense for this air sign that ’s symbolise by the scales . Ruled by Venus , Libra appreciate harmony , familiarity , and aesthetics — big - hearted and velvet - voice Olivia Newton - John was the perfect reflection of her star sign if you ’re looking for a far-famed representative to exemplify the astrological grapheme .
Sometimes diplomatic to a fault , we ’d do well to follow Libra ’s lesson while Mercury is Retrograde through October 2 . Expect technical mishaps , travel wait , and miscommunications , and do your best to apply this as a time to rethink and review elements of your life like love and life history . Lean into Libra ’s rude creativity by do a visual modality display board or fit out up for a job that you hope to get .
A loveable Devil ’s Advocate , Libra is known for always getting the last word in — there ’s always another side to be considered or a new linear perspective to bring to ignitor — but this month we ’re encouraging everyone to take a pause and a sip of this Last Word cocktail before break open in with any impulsive thoughts . Our edition celebrates Latinx Heritage Month with Mexico City - madeCondesa Gin , which employ Mexican botanical like palo santo , Mexican sage , and jasmine , as well as herbs that foretell to clear you of negative energy and resins to raise your consciousness . Try theprickly pear and orange blossom ginfor a floral take on the authoritative drink .
Last Word cocktail|Photo by Cole Saladino for Thrillist
Last Word Recipe
• ¾ ounceCondesa gin• ¾ ounce green Chartreuse• ¾ apothecaries' ounce maraschino liqueur liqueur• ¾ snow leopard lime juice , freshly squeezed• Luxardo cherry ( garnish )
Directions : Shake all ingredients with crank and tense into a chilled glass . Garnish with a Luxardo cherry .
