Monkey Shoulder is a blended malt Scotch whisky produced by William Grant & Sons, one of Scotland's most celebrated independent whisky companies. Rooted in Speyside tradition, the brand draws its name from a now-rare occupational injury once suffered by maltmen who spent long hours turning malted barley by hand — a repetitive motion that could cause the arm to hang limp, resembling a monkey's posture. This tribute to the unsung heroes of the distillery floor gives the brand a distinctly human and craft-driven identity.