Monkey Gland

Name: Monkey Gland
Prep time: 3 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: London dry gin — 60 ml; Orange juice (freshly squeezed) — 20 ml; Grenadine syrup — 5 ml; Sugar syrup — 5 ml; Absinthe — 3 dashes

A citrus and sour gin cocktail ∙ Shake ∙ 3 min ∙ 26.6%

Ingredients

~180 kcal per serving

Servings

Garnish

Orange twist

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Shake all ingredients with ice: London dry gin 60 mlOrange juice 20 mlGrenadine syrup 5 mlSugar syrup 5 mlAbsinthe 3 dashes
Fine strain into the chilled glass
Express an orange twist over the cocktail and use as garnish

History

Monkey Gland is a classic cocktail dating back to the 1920s. It is named after a controversial medical procedure involving the transplantation of monkey gland tissue, which was believed to restore youth and vitality. Despite its unusual name and origin, the cocktail combines bright citrus, botanical gin, and herbal absinthe into a surprising yet well-balanced drink. Known for its unique flavor profile, it remains a notable example of inventive cocktail creation from the early 20th century. A drink with history and character in every sip.