Monkey 47 Distiller's Cut 2025 Fleur de Sel Gin 375ml

Product Description

Monkey 47 Distiller's Cut 2025: The Hunt for Species Rara Leads to France

Each year, driven by botanical curiosity and an obsessive pursuit of quality, the team behind Monkey 47 embarks on a quest to find the Species Rara, an elusive 48th botanical for their limited annual Distiller's Cut. Now in its 15th edition, the 2025 release marks a genuine departure for the search: rather than another rare herb or spice, Monkey 47 turned to the salt marshes of the Camargue in southern France, where locals have hand-harvested Fleur de Sel, delicate sea salt crystals often called "white gold," for centuries.

"Each year, our hunt for rare botanicals turns our Distiller's Cut into something truly special," said Alexander Stein, founder of Monkey 47. "The Camargue's precious Fleur de Sel brings a remarkable flavor experience to the palate." Murielle Dessenis, Pernod Ricard's global vice president of marketing for gins, added, "It's one of my favourite times of the year, when Monkey 47 pushes the boundaries of distillation to unveil its Distiller's Cut. The limited edition drink has always stood for bold creativity and obsessive craftsmanship, and the 2025 edition is no exception."

Built on Monkey 47's signature Schwarzwald Dry Gin base of 47 hand-picked botanicals distilled in Germany's Black Forest, the Fleur de Sel is worked into the complex maceration and distillation process, adding a subtle briny edge that plays up the gin's bright, sunny citrus notes with a faint whisper of the sea. Veteran spirits critic Christopher Null of Drinkhacker called it "every bit as complex as any of Monkey 47's Distiller's Cut releases," noting fruitier, surprisingly sweet notes of raspberry and peach that give the gin late-game complexity before a greener, more peppery finish keeps the sweetness in check. Presented in an iridescent pale pink and blue label inspired by the Camargue's salt pans, with a gold-coated bottleneck ring engraved "ex pluribus unum," this is a genuine collector's release strictly limited in production each year.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Bright citrus, juniper, fresh herbs, delicate sea salt, floral notes, warm spice, and layered botanicals.

Palate: Piquant and elegant, with citrus peel, juniper, herbal spice, subtle salinity, soft warmth, and complex dry gin character.

Finish: Clean, long, and refined, with lingering botanicals, gentle spice, citrus, and a faint salty sea-air finish.

Food Pairings

Monkey 47 Distiller's Cut 2025's saline, citrus-forward profile pairs beautifully with coastal fare. Try it alongside oysters, seared scallops, or sushi, or serve it with goat's cheese, olives, or a citrus dessert to echo its briny complexity.

Serving Suggestions

Monkey 47 Distiller's Cut 2025 is best enjoyed neat or with a high-quality dry tonic, garnished with a sprig of rosemary or a twist of lemon zest to underline its fresh, salty elegance. It also shines in a Camargue-inspired cocktail: shake the gin with citrus juice and syrup, then strain into a salt-rimmed glass and garnish with grapefruit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this release unique? This is the 15th edition of Monkey 47's annual Distiller's Cut, featuring hand-harvested Fleur de Sel sea salt from the Camargue region of southern France as the rare 48th botanical, added to the brand's signature 47-botanical Schwarzwald Dry Gin base.

What is the alcohol content? 47% ABV (94 proof).

Is this a limited release? Yes. Distiller's Cut is released just once a year in strictly limited quantities, and once it sells out, it won't be repeated.

What does Fleur de Sel add to the gin? It introduces a subtle briny, mineral edge that complements the gin's existing citrus and floral notes with a faint whisper of sea air, without overpowering Monkey 47's complex botanical profile.

How should I enjoy it? Neat or with dry tonic, garnished with rosemary or lemon zest, or shaken into a citrus-forward cocktail with a salt-rimmed glass.

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