Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin is one of the most complex and distinctive gins in the world — 47 handpicked botanicals, prepared in exceptionally soft spring water from a private Black Forest source, distilled and matured in traditional earthenware containers to produce a gin of unrivalled depth, character, and a tremendously racy finish. A good third of those 47 ingredients come from the Black Forest itself, including local cranberries — the distillery’s secret weapon — that give Monkey 47 a character no other gin can replicate. Whether served with tonic, as a sling, martini, or gimlet, this is an ideal basis for both classics and more eccentric cocktails.
Appearance
Pale and clear with the purity of Black Forest spring water — deceptively simple in the glass for a gin of such extraordinary complexity.
Aroma
The distinct and pure scent of juniper leads, followed by tangy, crisp citrus, sweet floral notes, a hint of peppery spice, and subtle bitter fruit. Deep, harmoniously balanced, and endlessly rewarding — a bouquet that reveals something new with every return to the glass.
Palate
Complex, layered, and utterly distinctive — native Black Forest herbs and berries interweave with exotic Asian botanicals in a combination that is audacious in concept and seamless in execution. The finish is tremendously racy and long, with the cranberry ‘secret weapon’ adding a uniquely Black Forest character that lingers with real persistence.
Serving Suggestions
Exceptional with premium tonic and a slice of pink grapefruit to highlight the citrus and floral botanicals. Equally at home in a classic Martini, Gimlet, or Singapore Sling — or as the foundation of something altogether more eccentric. A gin of this complexity deserves a glass that gives it room to breathe.
