1 serving
Monkey Gland ingredients
Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Gin | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 1 part |
 Orange Juice | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 1 part |
 Absinthe | 1 tablespoon | — | — | — |
 Grenadine | 1 tablespoon | — | — | — |
Garnish: No garnish
Method
How to make Monkey Gland
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Chill a stemmed cocktail glass and measure the absinthe and grenadine carefully.
- 02
Pour the gin, fresh orange juice, absinthe, and grenadine into a shaker.
- 03
Fill the shaker about three-quarters full with solid ice cubes.
- 04
Shake hard for 10–12 seconds until the drink is cold and lightly aerated.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled cocktail glass to remove pulp and ice fragments.
- 06
Leave the drink ungarnished and serve immediately while cold and aromatic.
Tasting profile
What does Monkey Gland taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are strength (4/5) and sweetness (3/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Monkey Gland questions
What is in a Monkey Gland?
Kokto’s build uses gin, orange juice, absinthe, and grenadine.
How long does a Monkey Gland take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 4 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a Monkey Gland prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a cocktail. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Monkey Gland alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Evidence
Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- International Bartenders Association — Monkey GlandIBA official style reference
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B002https://iba-world.com/iba-cocktail/monkey-gland/ · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved