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

글라스 Old-fashioned glass

난이도 Easy

칼로리 ~152 kcal

ABV 11.27%

재료

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

조리법

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

Fruity Refreshing

몽키 렌치는 라이트 럼과 그레이프프루트 주스를 결합한 간단하고 상쾌한 칵테일입니다. 럼의 부드러운 단맛이 그레이프프루트의 쌉쌀한 감귤 산미와 균형을 이루어 식전주나 더운 날 마시기 좋은 청량한 음료를 만듭니다. 최소한의 재료로 클래식한 럼과 시트러스 페어링을 보여주는 칵테일입니다.

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 9월 2017

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