description Monkey Gland Overview
The Monkey Gland cocktail, popular in the 1930s, combined equal parts dark rum, cherry heering liqueur, and pineapple juice, often garnished with a maraschino cherry, creating a sweet and potent drink.
help Monkey Gland FAQ
What is in the classic Monkey Gland cocktail?
The classic recipe uses gin, orange juice, grenadine, and a small amount of absinthe. Harry MacElhone is commonly credited with creating it at Harry's New York Bar in Paris during the 1920s.
Why does the Monkey Gland cocktail have that name?
The name refers to Serge Voronoff's controversial 1920s rejuvenation experiments involving monkey-gland grafts. It is a historical reference, not an ingredient in the drink.
Is a rum, Cherry Heering, and pineapple recipe the classic Monkey Gland?
No. That combination is a variation or a catalog error, because the established Monkey Gland formula is built around gin, orange juice, grenadine, and absinthe.
How should I mix and serve a Monkey Gland?
Shake the gin, orange juice, grenadine, and absinthe with ice, then strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Absinthe is a strong aromatic ingredient, so it is normally used as an accent rather than the main spirit.
explore Explore More
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
