Monkey Shoulder the original Vol.40% Cl.70

A superb malt whisky created by William Grant and made with a mix of single malts from the Dufftown distilleries: Glenfiddich, Balvenie and Kininvie.

The term ‘Monkey Shoulder’ – literally ‘monkey shoulder’ – tells us many things about the first whisky productions, and certainly makes up their historical legacy.

It is a reference to the physical condition that ‘maltmen’ very often encountered after years of intense work, spent turning by hand the heaps of germinating barley.

This continuous practice caused the workers to deform the limb that held the spade, making it hang downwards like in the posture of a monkey... hence the nickname ‘monkey shoulder’.

Fortunately, working conditions have improved today, and the nickname Monkey Shoulder survives as an affectionate tribute to the maltmen of the past, who have built a solid tradition for those of today.

Monkey Shoulder is the only whisky made with 100% malt that combines a triple blend of Speyside single malts, all from a small batch production, assembling relatively small batches of barrels.

The three whiskies that make up the blend are all matured in ex-bourbon barrels.

Monkey Shoulder rightfully enters the list of whiskies that should never be missing from your home.

You will understand why by tasting it, and if you have already tried it, you already know the reason.

It is a whisky from the William Grant & Sons family, born with the desire to create a modern and revolutionary whisky in the world of mixology.

Tasting Notes:

Colour: Amber.

Aromas: it impresses the nose with notes of orange, fused with sweet vanilla, Catalan cream, honey and spicy oak.

Taste: It flows smoothly in the mouth, leaving the palate imbued with deep sensations and a pleasant spicy aftertaste.