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Monkey Shoulder is a blended malt Scotch whisky from William Grant & Sons, crafted using single malts from Glenfiddich, Balvenie, and Kininvie—no grain whisky in sight. First launched in 2003 as a bartender-friendly alternative to traditional blends, it was aged in first-fill bourbon barrels and blended in small batches to create a smooth, versatile profile ideal for cocktails.
With bold branding that broke away from Scotch’s stuffy image, it became a trailblazer in the early 2000s whisky renaissance. Since then, it’s expanded with variants like Smokey Monkey and Fresh Monkey, keeping the brand fresh and relevant.
Designed for mixing, Monkey Shoulder enhances classic whisky cocktails (where it really excels) like an Old Fashioned or a Whisky Sour. If you're after a whisky that's fun, full of flavour, and has a bit of history behind it, then pick up a bottle of Monkey Shoulder. You won't be disappointed!
Its quirky name nods to a repetitive strain injury once suffered by maltmen turning barley by hand.
An elegant, stylish nose of marmalade, Crema Catalana (apologies, but it really is there), cocoa and malt. Plenty of vanilla and a sprinkling of winter spice (nutmeg, cloves and cinnamon) alongside a mouth-watering hint of aniseed.
Very malty, creamy delivery with a suggestion of berry fruit. Juicy toasted barley, cloves and butterscotch. Manuka honey, hot-buttered-toast and dried apricot develop.
Medium length, spicy oak and a hint of peppermint on the tail.
This is whisky to be enjoyed. According to the Monkey Shoulder website: "Some say it tastes just like riding bareback on the wild moors of Scotland with a flame-haired maiden on Christmas morning. Others agree it tastes like 007 wearing a tuxedo wetsuit."
£4.30 - £31.50
At this price point ,there are better choices. Young and thin. A few years in the barrel is needed.
Though other blends offer vast experiences of spices, fruits and oaks. Monkey Shoulder is always consistent and delicious with a nose, taste and finish that doesnt ask too much but will invoke a honey-through-toffee flavored journey that will delight the palate. Disney land it is not, more like a reliable friend always there for you.
Excellent blend of malts. Drop in 1-2 ice cubes and let sit for 5 min. Reward for patience is a superb drink at a great price point. Far more satisfying than Similarly priced Chivas.
Truly godawful blend of Speyside.Half a star because it isn't gin
One of the best "go to" Scotchies on the market where you won't dissapoint a guest who knows scotch. It may be a bit ketchy but that's dependable.