Thompson's holy trinity for inspiration was marijuana, cocaine, and Chartreuse. In his song "'Til the Money Runs Out," Tom Waits sings about buying "a pint of green Chartreuse" when "ain't nothin ...

The monks have had enough. Since 1737, the Carthusians have produced Chartreuse, the herbaceous, bright-green liqueur that’s delighted sippers and cocktail enthusiasts for generations.