GingerMonkey™
The Ginger Monkey™ is proof that a great serve doesn't need much to make an impression. Just three ingredients: Monkey Shoulder Original, dry ginger ale and a fresh orange wedge. Smooth, citrusy and effortlessly drinkable, it brings bold blended malt together with ginger spice, bright fizz and a fresh burst of orange.
Built around simplicity, the Ginger Monkey™ has earned its place behind bars and at home for the same reason: it works. No complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients. Just a well-balanced serve that delivers flavour, refreshment and character every time.
Easy-going enough for daytime drinks and confident enough to carry an evening, it's a serve that fits naturally into any occasion. Prefer a little extra heat? Swap ginger ale for ginger beer. Looking to put your own stamp on it? Experiment from there. The foundation is already solid.
This is blended malt Scotch enjoyed without ceremony. Bright, refreshing and full of flavour, the Ginger Monkey™ keeps things simple so the whisky can do what it does best.
Easy
8 min
Highball
Barspoon
Shaker
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Ingredients
Method
1
Fill a tall glass with ice.
2
Pour in Monkey Shoulder.
3
Top with dry ginger ale and give it a gentle lift.
4
Finish with a fresh orange wedge.
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Bartender Tips & Tricks
Respect the fizz. The Ginger Monkey™ is at its best when the bubbles stay lively. Once you've added the ginger ale, give the drink a gentle stir to bring everything together while keeping its refreshing lift intact.
Keep it cool. A chilled glass helps every ingredient perform at its best. Pop your glass in the fridge before serving for a crisper, more refreshing drink from the first sip to the last.
Prepare the finishing touch. Cut your orange wedge before you begin. Fresh citrus brings colour, aroma and brightness, adding the final layer to a simple serve done well.
Use plenty of ice. Large ice cubes keep the drink colder for longer and melt more slowly, helping maintain balance and flavour while you enjoy it.
Make it your own. The Ginger Monkey™ is built on simplicity, but there's always room to experiment. Try ginger beer for extra spice or add a dash of bitters for a more aromatic serve. Small changes can take the drink in a new direction.
Serve with confidence. A tall glass, plenty of ice and a fresh orange wedge are all you need. The Ginger Monkey™ doesn't rely on complexity, it lets great ingredients do the talking.
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