Tasting Note:
- Appearance: Golden amber
- Nose: Sweet peat smoke, vanilla, honey, and citrus
- Palate: Creamy and smoky, with flavors of sweet peat smoke, vanilla, honey, and citrus. The smoke is well-integrated and not overpowering.
- Finish: Medium length, with lingering peat smoke and a hint of vanilla
Overall, Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey Batch 9 Blended Malt is a well-balanced and enjoyable blended malt whisky with a subtle smoky flavor. It is perfect for sipping on its own or neat, or for using in cocktails.
Food Pairing:
Monkey Shoulder Smokey Monkey Batch 9 Blended Malt is a versatile blended malt whisky that can be paired with a variety of foods. Here are a few suggestions:
The smoky flavor of the whisky pairs perfectly with the smoky flavor of the salmon.
The briny flavor of the oysters cuts through the richness of the whisky, while the smoky flavor of the whisky complements the briny flavor of the oysters.
The smoky flavor of the whisky pairs well with the smoky flavor of grilled meats.
The creamy and smoky flavors of the whisky pair well with the creamy and sharp flavors of blue cheese.
The bitterness of the dark chocolate complements the sweetness of the whisky, while the richness of the dark chocolate balances out the whisky’s alcohol content.
- Avg Price (ex-tax)
- $41 / 750 ml / 40% abv
Meet Monkey Shoulder, The Original. A blend of the finest single malt whiskies. Selected in small batches then married together to consistently achieve Monkey Shoulder’s signature flavour, in every bottle.
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