Made in Scotland by William Grant & Sons, Monkey Shoulder is a blended malt - meaning it's made entirely from single malts (no grain whisky), usually from Speyside distilleries. The idea behind it is simple: keep things smooth, approachable, and easy to enjoy. It's blended in small batches to get a consistent, rounded flavour, with more sweetness and softness than you'd expect from some traditional Scotch. It's especially popular for mixing (think whisky & cola or cocktails), but it still holds up nicely on its own or over ice. Monkey Shoulder miniature is perfect if you just want to try it out or have a quick, no-fuss dram.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Vanilla, honey, and soft malt
Palate:
Smooth and slightly sweet with notes of toffee, orange, and gentle spice
Finish:
Creamy and easy with a mellow, malty fade
Why the name Monkey Shoulder? The malt men at William Grant & Sons are among the few to still turn the malting barley by hand using a shiel - a special wooden shovel. And Monkey Shoulder was the nickname given to a temporary injury their predecessors suffered many years ago. Luckily for the new fellows, working practices have now changed so the condition no longer exists. The name is inspired by and, in honour of, their passion. Crafted in small batches of just 27 casks, Monkey Shoulder is guaranteed to have a consistent smooth and rounded taste.
