World Whisky Day, on May 17, is more than just a toast to tradition—it’s a celebration of how far whisky has come. Today’s blends are bold, approachable, and made to be enjoyed —neat, on the rocks, or shaken into a cocktail. Whether it’s the smooth, citrusy charm of Monkey Shoulder or the mellow depth of Grant’s TripleWood, these modern whiskies break the mould while staying true to their roots.
Monkey Shoulder is a bold yet balanced blend of Speyside’s finest single malts. Selected in small batches and expertly married, it delivers a signature smoothness with layers of zesty orange, mellow vanilla, and spiced oak. On the palate, rich honeyed sweetness meets warm spice, leading to a lingering finish with a hint of peppermint. Matured in first-fill ex-Bourbon casks and blended for depth, Monkey Shoulder is made for mixing—whether in a classic Old Fashioned or a fresh, lively cocktail.
Monkey Sundowner
The Monkey Sundowner is a light cocktail that captures the essence of a relaxing evening drink. It combines the smooth richness of Monkey Shoulder with the sweetness of peach syrup and the tartness of lime juice, creating a perfectly balanced flavour profile. The grapefruit shrub adds a tangy, slightly bitter finish, making it both refreshing and complex. The garnish of an edible flower adds an elegant, summery touch.
Ingredients:
- 60ml Monkey Shoulder
- 20ml peach syrup
- 20ml lime juice
- Grapefruit shrub (to top up)
Garnish:
- Edible flower
Method:
- Shake the Monkey Shoulder, peach syrup, and lime juice with ice until well mixed. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice. Top up with grapefruit shrub and gently stir. Garnish with an edible flower for a visually stunning finish.
Grant’s TripleWood
Grant’s TripleWood is matured in three different types of woods: Virgin Oak cask, which provides the spicy robustness, American Oak, which lends subtle vanilla smoothness and the Bourbon refill, which offers brown sugar sweetness, resulting in a smoother, richer, mellower taste. It has the notes of ripe pear and summer fruits and has a long and sweet finish with a subtle hint of smoke.
Grant’s Tropical Fiesta
Tropical Fiesta by Grant’s is a Spirit Drink made by infusing Blended Scotch Whisky with natural pineapple and mango flavourings. Grant’s Tropical Fiesta captures the essence of the tropics in every sip and offers a refreshing and modern twist on the whisky experience.
Ingredients:
- Grant’s Triple Wood 60ml
- Ginger Juice 10ml
- Pineapple Juice 30ml
- Lime 20ml
- Ginger Ale
Garnish:
- Pineapple Leaves
Method:
- Pour Whisky, Ginger Juice, Pineapple Juice and Lime Juice over ice in Highball Glass.
- Top up with Ginger Ale.
- Garnish with Pineapple Leaves.
