Monkey 47 Barrel Cut Gin

Liam Anderson — Fascinating Evolution

8/10

Seeing how mulberry wood cask ageing transforms Monkey 47 is fascinating. At 47% the barrel-aged version is richer and warmer, with vanilla and oak notes complementing the legendary 47 botanicals. An evolution worth experiencing.

Maxwell Green — Luxury Sipping Gin

8/10

This is a gin for contemplation, not casual mixing. At 47% the barrel-aged Monkey 47 has a richness and warmth that rewards slow sipping. The oak and mulberry wood add gorgeous vanilla and spice notes.

Yasmine Najjar — Expensive Experiment

7/10

The barrel ageing at 47% adds pleasant warmth to Monkey 47, but at the premium price I am not convinced it improves on the already exceptional original. The oak smooths out some of the wild Black Forest character that makes Monkey 47 special.