Name: Monkey Gland
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: Cocktail
Ingredients: 1.5 oz Gin — none; 1 oz Fresh orange juice — freshly squeezed; 0.5 oz Grenadine — none; 0.25 oz Absinthe — none; 1 piece Orange Twist — twisted

Monkey Gland

Cocktail Recipe

Glass: Coupe glass Difficulty: Medium Prep: 5 min Garnish: Orange twist Views: 1

Description

A vibrant cocktail with a unique blend of flavors, combining citrus and herbal notes with a hint of sweetness.

History

The Monkey Gland cocktail originated in the early 20th century, rumored to have been created in a Parisian bar. It's an intriguing mixture that exemplifies the creativity of bartenders during that era.

Instructions

Step 1.

- Pour the gin, orange juice, Grenadine, and absinthe into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

Step 2.

- Shake vigorously until well chilled.

Step 3.

- Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.

Step 4.

- Garnish with an orange twist.

Ingredients

1.5 oz Gin — none

1 oz Fresh orange juice — freshly squeezed

0.5 oz Grenadine — none

0.25 oz Absinthe — none (optional)

1 piece Orange Twist — twisted (garnish)

Quick Info

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Created: 2026-01-10 18:22:40

Updated: 2026-01-11 21:58:18

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