The Monte Cassino Cocktail is a Spicy Retort To The Last Word

April 17, 2026 | By Benjamin Smith
Monte Cassino

Everything You Need to Know About The Monte Cassino

Created by New York bartender Damiano Mazzariol in 2010, the Monte Cassino is a modern cocktail that has quickly earned its place among the greats. Named after the historic Italian abbey, it is a sophisticated, herbal riff on The Last Word. By pairing the spice of rye whiskey with the complexity of Yellow Chartreuse and the botanical depth of Bénédictine liqueur, it delivers a rich, meditative sip perfect for a watching the sun set or ruminating after-dinner with friends.

Monte Cassino

Prep Time4 min
Yield1 Cocktail
Base SpiritRye, Chartreuse, Bénédictine

Ingredients

  • 0.75 oz Rye Whiskey
  • 0.75 oz Yellow Chartreuse
  • 0.75 oz Bénédictine
  • 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Lemon Twist, for garnish
The Monte Cassino Cocktail is a Spicy Retort To The Last Word

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
  3. Double strain into a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass.
  4. Express a lemon twist over the surface and drop it in.
Pro Tip
The balance of the different elements is key to making this cocktail work. Make sure to keep your measurements exact and not to dilute your drink by spending too long in the mixing glass. 

Monte Cassino Riff

For a Cassino Royale, swap the lemon juice for a bar spoon of maraschino liqueur and stir the ingredients rather than shaking for a clearer, more spirit-forward presentation.

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