Monkey Shoulder is a smooth, approachable blended malt Scotch whisky produced in the Speyside region of Scotland by William Grant & Sons. Overview & Specifications • Type: Blended malt Scotch whisky (made entirely from single malts with no grain whisky). • Origin: Speyside, Scotland (traditionally combining single malts from Glenfiddich, The Balvenie, and Kininvie). • Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 40%. • Age Statement: Non-age-statement (NAS). • Standard Bottle Size: 70cl / 750ml. • Name Origin: Inspired by a repetitive strain injury once suffered by maltmen who manually turned barley with a shovel. Flavor Profile • Nose: Soft and inviting, featuring notes of vanilla sponge cake, honey, sweet orange marmalade, brown sugar, and gentle baking spices. • Palate: Creamy and smooth with flavors of vanilla fudge, caramel, sweet malt, toasted barley, and orchard fruits like pear and apple. • Finish: Clean, short-to-medium length, with lingering vanilla, soft oak, and a mild touch of spice. Key Expressions • Original (Batch 27): The classic, versatile flagship expression. • Smokey Monkey: A variation infused with Islay single malts for a subtle campfire smoke finish. • Fresh Monkey: A lighter, unaged expression geared toward cocktails and highballs. Serving Suggestions • Neat or on the rocks: Easy to sip straight due to its low alcoholic burn and creamy texture. • Cocktails: Widely used as a bartender staple for classic mixed drinks like an Old Fashioned, Whisky Sour, Ginger Monkey, or Espresso Martini.