Monkey Gland
Zutaten
- Gin 2 oz
- Benedictine 1 tsp
- Orange juice 1/2 oz
- Grenadine 1 tsp
Anweisungen
Shake well over ice cubes in a shaker, strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
The Monkey Gland is a Prohibition-era cocktail combining gin, orange juice, Bénédictine, and grenadine, shaken and served in a chilled cocktail glass. It is one of the IBA's Unforgettables, a category reserved for historically significant classic cocktails. The interplay of botanical gin, citrus, herbal liqueur, and sweet grenadine creates a layered and memorable drink.
History & Origins
The Monkey Gland was created by Harry MacElhone at Harry's New York Bar in Paris around 1923, and is named after the controversial "rejuvenation" surgeries performed by surgeon Serge Voronoff, who transplanted monkey glands into wealthy patients claiming anti-ageing benefits. The cocktail gained considerable notoriety due to its provocative name and became a symbol of the Jazz Age's fascination with taboo science. It remains one of the most famous cocktails of the Prohibition era.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Gin botanicals, fresh orange, and herbal Bénédictine with a hint of pomegranate sweetness from the grenadine. Palate: Crisp gin character with sweet-tart orange, complex herbal depth from the Bénédictine, and a pomegranate sweetness from the grenadine balancing the spirit's strength. Finish: Dry and botanical with a lingering herbal and slightly sweet echo.
Pro Tip
Shake vigorously with plenty of ice to properly chill and dilute the high-proof gin, then strain into a pre-chilled cocktail glass for the cleanest presentation.
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