Batch Bottle Monkey Shoulder Lazy Old Fashioned Scotland

Overview
The Batch & Bottle Monkey Shoulder Lazy Old Fashioned is a ready-to-drink cocktail from William Grant & Sons, blending their Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch with classic Old Fashioned elements. Launched in 2022, it marks the distillery's entry into the expanding ready-to-drink market, offering convenience without sacrificing Scotch character.

Specs at a glance

Good to know
Produced in Dufftown, Scotland, this 375ml bottle at 70 proof represents William Grant & Sons' first major push into ready-to-drink cocktails. Expert reviews note its mixed profile, with initial artificial sweetness giving way to more appealing notes when served traditionally.

Tasting notes

• Nose: Fresh citrus and grassy notes provide a bright, inviting start.
• Palate: Warm spices, vanilla, and nutmeg dominate, though initial sips reveal artificial sweetness and caramel-like syrupiness.
• Finish: Zesty spiciness lingers nicely, adding depth to the aftertaste.

Notable details

• Production: Bottled ready-to-drink cocktail featuring Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch, non-chill filtered elements in line with brand practices.
• Lineage: From William Grant & Sons, creators of Monkey Shoulder, a smooth blended malt.
• Availability: Introduced in 2022 amid rising RTD demand, with an MSRP around $16.99 [#1].

Serving suggestions
Best over ice with a sun-dried orange slice to balance sweetness and enhance spice [#1].

"Initial artificial sweetness and caramel-like syrupiness [but with a] distinct zesty spiciness [that] lingers nicely. Tastes better over ice with sun-dried orange slice." – The Whiskey Wash [#1]

Closing
A practical Scotch Old Fashioned for casual sipping, elevated by proper serving.

Sources

[1] Thewhiskeywash – "Reviews: ‘Batch & Bottle’ Glenfiddich Scotch Manhattan, Monkey Shoulder Lazy Old Fashioned"

[2] Thewhiskeywash – "Reviews: Batch & Bottle Glenfiddich Scotch Manhattan and Monkey Shoulder Lazy Old Fashioned"