An unusual name, a bottle that is non-standard for whiskey in shape, a soft but rich taste with hints of vanilla - all this is about Monkey Shoulder whiskey, which stands out from other classic brands. This is a variety of strong Scottish drink produced by the large company William Grant and Sons. Creating this strong Scottish drink, the legendary master David Stewart decided to move away from boring traditions and for the first time in the world make three-malt whiskeys from the three best varieties.
This Monkey Shoulder uses exclusively natural malt whiskey from the three best distilleries in Speyside. According to legend, the name "Monkey Shoulder", which means "monkey shoulder", appeared as a result of a regular professional injury of a temporary nature, which suffered workers who manually mixed barley when malting grain. Due to a dislocation of the shoulder, their hand sagged a little for a while, resembling the limb of a primate. Production technology has changed a long time ago, but in recognition of the hard work of that time, it was decided to leave this production term as the name for this strong Scotch whiskey Monkey Shoulder.
Where does this taste come from?
There is not a drop of grain alcohol in this whiskey, and selected varieties of malt spirits are aged in special barrels. The fact is that Monkey Shoulder barrels for whiskey are taken after one-time preparation of bourbon in them. Bochars own staff selects material and restores a certain number of barrels. The number of containers for each batch is personally assigned by the new distillery master Brian Kinsman, who also personally monitors the entire process. So, the characteristic vanilla shades are added to the soft taste of the drink, complemented by notes of cinnamon and nutmeg.
In the next step, the Monkey Shoulder whiskey (Monkey Shoulder) is mixed in several connecting containers for three to six months. This process is called blending, which is why Monkey Shoulder whiskey is also called “blended whiskey”. When the drink is ready, it is tested by the master of the distillery and makes a conclusion about its readiness for bottling.
Universal drink
Monkey Shoulder whiskey has an amazing property - versatility. It is well suited for drinking both in cocktails and in pure form. Of course, many experts will say that in order to reveal the taste, whiskey must be drunk in its pure form, but this is what Monkey Shoulder stands out in the world of traditions. This whiskey is highly valued in many bars in the world, both for taste and versatility. In different forms, it is suitable for the whole company, because you can drink it the way you want.
World fame
About whiskey Monkey Shoulder reviews of real connoisseurs can be found around the world. He received an excellent (93 points) mark by the famous critic Jim Murray. Not so long ago, at the largest competitions of the World Spirit Awards and Ultimate Spirits Challenge, Monkey Shoulder whiskey was awarded the highest awards in two categories. Industry professionals noted the refined and sophisticated taste of the drink, as well as an incomparable aroma. Experts admitted that although the subtleties of the recipe are kept secret, bourbon barrels and high-quality malt alcohols form the basis of the taste and aroma of the drink.
You can’t forbid to be original
To be original, this should be done to the end. This opinion is shared by manufacturers Monkey Shoulder. Whiskey red and white find their fans. The composition of each type of drink is unique, but the tradition of producing malt alcohol is unshakable. In addition to the original name and exclusive content, the creators of Monkey Shoulder made an original bottle. In addition to the non-standard form for whiskey, at the very base of the neck there are three piquant figures in the form of monkeys. These copper alloy figures have become the signature emblem of Monkey Shoulder whiskey, symbolizing three different malt spirits contained in the drink. The bottle itself is emphasized in a concise form, simple and at the same time thorough.
In the world market for this type of whiskey has been known for quite some time. According to representatives of the company William Grant and Sons, when creating a new sort of whiskey, they sought, first of all, to overcome existing stereotypes and find a completely different way to taste and appreciate this drink. The way to know Scotch tape is to have fun, and it should be judged by its taste and aroma, and Monkey Shoulder has all this at the very best level. There is a bartender's opinion that even after the first sip of this chic drink, it can be recognized in the future even with closed eyes.