What ingredients are in a Monkey Wrench?

1 1/2 oz Light rum, 3 oz Grapefruit Juice, 1 dash Bitters

What glass do you use for a Monkey Wrench?

A Monkey Wrench is traditionally served in a Old-fashioned glass.

How strong is a Monkey Wrench?

A Monkey Wrench has an estimated ABV of 11,27%.

How many calories are in a Monkey Wrench?

A Monkey Wrench contains approximately 152 calories per serving.

Monkey Wrench

Copa Old-fashioned glass

Dificultad Easy

Calorías ~152 kcal

ABV 11,27%

Ingredientes

Light rum 1 1/2 oz
Grapefruit Juice 3 oz
Bitters 1 dash

Instrucciones

Pour all of the ingredients into an old-fashioned glass almost filled with ice cubes. Stir well.

Fruity Refreshing

El Monkey Wrench es un cóctel simple y refrescante que combina ron blanco con jugo de pomelo. La suave dulzura del ron se equilibra con la amarga acidez cítrica del pomelo, creando una bebida refrescante perfecta como aperitivo o en días calurosos. Un cóctel que demuestra el clásico maridaje de ron y cítricos con ingredientes mínimos.

History & Origins

The Monkey Wrench is a classic American cocktail of uncertain origin, likely dating from the mid-20th century when rum-and-juice highballs were popular casual drinks. Its name is a colloquial American expression for a spanner or a disruptive element, possibly referencing the cocktail's ability to throw a wrench into one's evening. Its precise origin is disputed and no single creator is credited.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Tart pink grapefruit with a light rum sweetness and the aromatic complexity of bitters. Palate: Crisp and refreshing with dominant grapefruit bitterness and acidity balanced by the light sweetness of the rum and a subtle herbal note from the bitters. Finish: Clean, dry, and slightly bitter with a lingering citrus edge.

tart citrus refreshing bitter light

Pro Tip

Use fresh-squeezed pink grapefruit juice rather than store-bought for a cleaner, more vibrant citrus character that pairs better with the light rum.

Data verified septiembre 2017

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