From Sparrow’s gin list, Monkey 47 is a bold, dry, and remarkably complex gin from Germany ($18 by the pour, or $27 for a larger pour).
About Monkey 47
Monkey 47 is made in Germany’s Black Forest, the Schwarzwald, and takes its name from the 47 regional botanicals woven into every batch. That count is far higher than most gins, and many of the ingredients, like lingonberries and spruce, are sourced locally from the surrounding forest. The botanicals are macerated and then distilled in small batches in traditional copper stills, a meticulous process that gives this gin its trademark depth and density of flavor. Since its launch, Monkey 47 has become one of the most celebrated craft gins in the world, and a pour of it is a genuine treat for anyone who loves the spirit.
Tasting Notes
With 47 botanicals at work, Monkey 47 is layered and intense, dry and juniper-forward with woody, herbal, and citrus notes and a hint of tart berry and pine. It rewards slow sipping and stands up beautifully in a serious cocktail, where its complexity really shows. There is a lot going on in every glass, and it tends to reveal something new each time you come back to it.
What to Pair It With
Complex and aromatic, Monkey 47 is excellent with Fresh Oysters, Tuna Tartare, or a crisp salad from the Sparrow dinner menu, and it makes a deeply flavorful martini or a top-shelf gin and tonic. Sip one in our 21+ lounge at the quartzite bar, where its layers have room to unfold.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monkey 47 gin?
Monkey 47 is a bold, dry gin from Germany’s Black Forest, made with 47 regional botanicals, including locally sourced ingredients like lingonberries and spruce, and distilled in small batches.
How much is a pour of Monkey 47 at Sparrow in Kirkland?
Monkey 47 is $18 by the pour, or $27 for a larger pour, at Sparrow in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu near other gins like Hendrick’s and Citadelle. We are on the Eastside in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood, so reserve a table and come taste it.