Monkey Shoulder
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Monkey Shoulder
Monkey Shoulder is a premium Scotch whisky brand that is known for its smooth and mellow taste. The brand is produced by William Grant & Sons, one of the leading independent family-owned distilleries in Scotland. Monkey Shoulder is a blended malt whisky, meaning it is made from a combination of single malt whiskies from different distilleries. This unique blend gives it a distinct flavor that is loved by whisky enthusiasts around the world.
The name "Monkey Shoulder" comes from a condition that maltmen used to develop while working long hours turning barley by hand. This repetitive motion would cause their arm to hang down like a monkey's, hence the name "monkey shoulder." This quirky name reflects the brand's playful and lighthearted approach to whisky-making.
Monkey Shoulder is crafted in Dufftown, Scotland, in the Speyside region. Speyside is known as the heart of Scottish whisky-making, with over half of all Scottish distilleries located in this region. The area is renowned for its pure and clean water, which is essential for producing high-quality whisky. The distillery where Monkey Shoulder is produced has been in operation since the late 19th century, and the expertise and traditions of the region are evident in every bottle.
Monkey Shoulder's signature blend is made from three different single malt whiskies, Glenfiddich, Balvenie, and Kininvie. These whiskies are matured in first-fill ex-bourbon casks, giving them a rich and creamy character. The blend is then married together in small batches to ensure consistency and balance in every bottle.
The result is a smooth and versatile whisky that can be enjoyed on its own, over ice, or in a cocktail. Monkey Shoulder's flavor profile includes notes of vanilla, honey, and oak, with a hint of spice and a touch of smoke. Its unique taste has earned it numerous awards, including the World's Best Blended Malt Whisky at the World Whiskies Awards
Monkey Shoulder
Monkey Shoulder is a blended malt Scotch whisky brand created by William Grant & Sons, the independent distilling company behind Glenfiddich and Balvenie. The name references an occupational injury historically associated with maltmen who turned barley by hand during the floor malting process, causing a repetitive strain to the shoulder. The whisky is produced in Scotland and is built around a vatting of single malts, primarily drawn from William Grant's own Speyside distilleries.
The liquid is designed to be approachable and mixable, with a flavor profile that leans toward honey, vanilla, spiced orange, and gentle malt, characteristics that reflect the Speyside house style without the more austere or heavily peated notes found elsewhere in Scotland. It is bottled at 40% ABV and has become a widely used bartender's whisky, particularly suited to cocktails such as the Old Fashioned or whisky sour, though it drinks equally well neat or over ice.