Its a reference to a condition that maltmen sometimes picked up while working long shifts, turning the barley by hand. Refreshingly approachable, try it in easy-to-make cocktails like whisky and soda (“Monkey Splash”), whisky and ginger ale (“Ginger Monkey”), and the “Lazy Old Fashioned.” Check out for the recipes!ĭon't be a drunken monkey. The term monkey shoulder harks back to our whisky making heritage. 209.99 Suntory Yamazaki Very Rare Old Whisky - 76cl 43. Monkey Shoulder is made for mixing and stands out most in mixed drinks, given its orange and vanilla flavors with a bit of spice. Coupon Eligible Products Cameronbridge 1984 35 Year Old Signatory Vintage - 70cl 54. At the end of the day, their shoulders would droop on one side, an ailment that became known as "Monkey Shoulder." Thankfully, the condition no longer exists, but the name lives on in our whisky. The maltmen who used to turn the barley would take long shifts, using their dominant arm significantly while working.
The name Monkey Shoulder might sound funny, but it has a history in whisky making. It also has no grain whisky whatsoever anywhere in or even near the drink. Monkey Shoulder is a blend of Speyside single malt Scotch whiskies which are married together for flavor and consistency. Monkey Shoulder casks are former bourbon casks, which add smooth vanilla flavors to this Scotch. The richness and vibrancy combine with fruity aromas and mellow vanilla, making it perfect for mixed drinks and cocktails. Monkey Shoulder is a blend of Speyside single malt Scotch whiskies married together for flavor and consistency.
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