Monkey Gland Recipe
Written by Try out this Monkey Gland recipe! Mixing gin, orange juice, and a bit of absinthe, this drink is great for any get-together.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 152
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Gin
- 1½ oz Fresh Orange Juice
- 1 tsp of Grenadine
- 1 tsp of Absinthe
- Ice Cubes
- Orange twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Cocktail Strainer and Fine-strainer
- Coupe Glass
- Measuring Jigger
Instructions
- Chill the Glass: Set your coupe glass in the freezer or fill it with ice cubes to chill.
- Combine Ingredients: In your cocktail shaker, pour in the grenadine, Absinthe, fresh orange juice, and Gin.
- Shake: Add ice to the shaker and shake it until the outside feels cold.
- Strain: Remove the ice from your chilled glass and fine-strain the cocktail into it.
- Garnish: Add an orange twist for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Gin: I've tried this with vodka when I ran out of gin; it gives a different, cleaner taste. For a unique twist, try a botanical, non-alcoholic spirit to replace gin directly.
- Grenadine: If grenadine isn't available, a simple pomegranate or cherry syrup can be a good alternative. Remember, the aim is to give a touch of sweetness and a splash of color.
- Absinthe: Pernod or pastis can be used. If those are also hard to find, a few fennel or anise seeds infused in vodka can replicate the licorice notes.
Making a Pitcher of Monkey Gland:
- Scale: To serve 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. This would mean 12 oz of gin, 12 oz of fresh orange juice, and 8 bar spoons of grenadine and absinthe.
- Mix: Combine all the ingredients in a large pitcher with ice. Stir thoroughly.
- Serve: Pour into individual chilled glasses, garnish, and serve.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Gin Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic gin substitute; they offer a comparable flavor without the alcohol.
- Absinthe Substitute: A hint of non-alcoholic aniseed or licorice flavoring can replace the absinthe's distinct flavor.
- Follow Steps: Using these non-alcoholic substitutes, go through the regular instructions.
Making it Vegan:
- Check Your Ingredients: While the primary ingredients in this recipe are naturally vegan, some grenadines can contain animal byproducts. Use a vegan-certified grenadine, or make your own using pomegranate juice and sugar.
- Serve as Usual: Once you've ensured your ingredients are vegan, follow the main recipe.