Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
80 Proof | 750 mL
In
Scotland, the term “Monkey Shoulder” was once used to describe the hard
working maltmen who labored long hours turning barley during the
malting process. At the end of the day, the shoveling would cause one
arm to hang lower than the other, lending to the nickname. Times have
since changed, but this Scotch whisky was created to pay tribute to
these men. Monkey Shoulder is distilled from only malted barley from
three of Speysides finest distilleries. True to the namesake these
distilleries still turn their malt by hand. Malt Master Brian Kinsman
hand selects each cask from Kininvie, Glenfiddich and Balvenie using
only ex-bourbon barrels to add mellow vanilla notes. Finally, the casks
are then combined in small marrying tuns for six months to ensure the
three single malt flavors have combined. If you are fan of Speysides
this is great example of three legendary distilleries coming together to
create a great blended malt where zesty orange meets honey and spiced
oak. - Casey Teague, Whisk(e)y Specialist, H&F Bottle Shop 80 Proof | 750 mL
