Rating 89
Style
Whiskey
Classification Blend
Produced In Scotland
ABV 43%
Availability Year Round
Price $33.00 
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Reviewed 2024-08-01

Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky Review

While the number of classic cocktails calling for Scotch is dwarfed by the laundry list of drinks that utilize bourbon and rye, sometimes nothing tops a well-made Bobby Burns or Penicillin. For such occasions, the affordable price and approachable flavor of Monkey Shoulder makes it a stellar mixing spirit. The nose dishes up a bouquet of orchard fruit laced with toffee sweetness, which segues into a round, rich palate.

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Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
While the number of classic cocktails calling for Scotch is dwarfed by the laundry list of drinks that utilize bourbon and rye, sometimes nothing tops a well-made Bobby Burns or Penicillin. For such occasions, the affordable price and approachable flavor of Monkey Shoulder makes it a stellar mixing spirit. The nose dishes up a bouquet of orchard fruit laced with toffee sweetness, which segues into a round, rich palate.

Reviewed On: 08-01-2024
89
POINTS
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
While the number of classic cocktails calling for Scotch is dwarfed by the laundry list of drinks that utilize bourbon and rye, sometimes nothing tops a well-made Bobby Burns or Penicillin. For such occasions, the affordable price and approachable flavor of Monkey Shoulder makes it a stellar mixing spirit. The nose dishes up a bouquet of orchard fruit laced with toffee sweetness, which segues into a round, rich palate.

Reviewed On: 08-01-2024