Today's cocktail is the Monkey Gland! This hundred-year-old gin drink has an interesting (if not, disturbing) history. Back in the 1920s, Dr. Voronoff (aka Dr. Monkey Gland) was on the "cutting edge" of anti-aging experimentation. Let's just say medical science has advanced over the past century. The drink contains four ingredients, and proper balance is key. Hope you enjoy this recipe and the story that comes with it. Cheers!

How to Make The monkey gland

  • Juicy

  • Botanical

Sips

Tips

  • Regal shake with an orange peel

  1. Pour in 1.5 oz. of Gin

  2. Next, add in 1 oz. of fresh orange juice

  3. Then, pour in ½ oz. Grenadine

  4. Lastly, add in 3 dashes of Absinthe

  5. Take one swath of orange peel for regal shake

  6. Add ice, and shake

  7. Double strain into a chilled glass

  8. Express orange peel oils & garnish with peel

  9. Cheers & enjoy!

The monkey gland recipe

  • 1.5 oz. (45 ml) The Botanist Islay Dry Gin

  • 1 oz. (30 ml) fresh orange juice

  • 1/2 oz. (15 ml) Portland Syrups x Anders Grenadine (https://beveragemixers.com/products/g...)

  • 3 dashes St. George Absinthe Verte

  • 1 orange swath (regal shake)

  • Orange peel and cocktail cherry for garnish

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The monkey gland Ingredient List

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