Monkey Shoulder, Batch 27 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, NV LWT3 The subtle earthiness is perfect

The subtle earthiness is perfect in a classic gin & tonic or a dry martini

followed by three years of finishing in 30-year-old Matusalem oloroso sherry casks (for half the whisky) while the remainder matures in bourbon casks

Selbach's version brings the vineyard character of their slate-soil Rieslings into sparkling form

the 2018 Borto Merlot is versatile and easy-drinking

then brought down slowly with demineralized water rather than shocked into submission

Monkey Shoulder, Batch 27 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, NV LWT3 The subtle earthiness is perfectDont let the cheeky name fool youMonkey Shoulder Batch 27 is a seriously well made blended malt. That means no grain whiskyjust a mix of single malts (primarily Glenfiddich, Balvenie, and Kininvie) expertly blended for balance, smoothness, and easy drinking. It opens with warm notes of honey, vanilla, and baking spice, followed by soft malt, toasted oak, and just a whiff of smoke. Its silky and approachable neat, but really shines in cocktailsan Old