Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin 500ml

6,529/-

Admittedly, it appears somewhat eccentric to claim that a recipe for Gin has the power to unite great British traditions, the exoticness of India, and the purity and nativeness of the Black Forest. And yet it is precisely this eccentricity that defines the enigmatic and venturesome character of Montgomery Collins, from whom our Schwarzwald Dry Gin originates. Monkey 47 – Distilled from 47 predominantly unusual but regional botanicals such as lingonberries and blended with natural spring water.

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The story behind the bottle is part of its charm. Monkey 47 traces its origins to the legend of Montgomery Collins, a British RAF Wing Commander who later settled in the Black Forest and is said to have created the basis for the recipe. The “Monkey” in the name is tied to Max the Monkey, referenced in the brand’s heritage story, while the number 47 has become central to the gin’s identity. It is one of those rare spirits whose backstory is as memorable as its flavour.

On the palate, Monkey 47 is wonderfully vivid and detailed. The producer describes it with pure juniper, crisp citrus, sweet floral aromas, peppery spice, subtle bitter fruit and a deep, harmoniously balanced complexity with a racy finish. That complexity makes it a brilliant bottle for a classic G&T, but it is equally at home in a Martini, Gimlet, Bee’s Knees or Tom Collins. For a simple serve, the brand recommends it with tonic and a grapefruit twist.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Distinct juniper, bright citrus, sweet floral aromas and layered spice.

Palate: Crisp and complex, with citrus freshness, peppery spice, subtle bitter fruit and remarkable botanical depth.

Finish: Long, balanced and lively, with a clean, racy character that keeps unfolding.

Accolades

Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin continues to earn recognition in respected spirits circles. it was listed among the gold medal-winning gins in its category, underlining its standing as a world-class premium gin.

It has also attracted strong praise from critics and reviewers over the years. The brand highlighted a remark attributed to wine critic Robert Parker, who called it “the greatest gin” he had ever tasted, and The Gin Is In rated Monkey 47 highly while praising its powerful aromatic presence and rich mouthfeel. Because Parker’s line appears in brand-owned content, it is best treated as promotional rather than independent judging, but it still shows how much admiration the gin has generated.