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Monkey Shoulder — Blended Malt Scotch Whisky Allocations
Monkey Shoulder is created by William Grant & Sons from a blend of Speyside single malts only, with no grain whisky — a "blended malt" style. Its name references the repetitive-strain shoulder injury historically suffered by malt men who turned barley by hand, and the whisky is designed and marketed specifically for cocktails and bartending.
Last updated: August 2026
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Bartender's Malt86 Proof
Blended Scotch750ml
Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch WhiskyA blend of three Speyside single malts designed for cocktails and easy sipping.
Cask: Ex-Bourbon OakNo Age Statement
$32
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Monkey Shoulder — Frequently Asked Questions
"Monkey shoulder" was a historical term for a repetitive-strain injury suffered by malt men who spent long hours turning germinating barley by hand with a wooden shovel, causing one arm to hang lower than the other. The brand adopted the name as a nod to traditional malting craft.