Monkey Schwarzwald 47 is today considered one of the best gins in the world. Monkey Schwarzwald 47 Dry Gin got its name from the 47 plants used to make it. This includes locally grown herbs such as angelica, coriander and mallow, as well as hibiscus, lemon verbena, pimento and juniper. They are combined with spring water from a local distillery in the Black Forest. The blend of various herbs found in Monkey Schwarzwald 47 Dry Gin means it has a rich, complex taste with layers of sweetness and bitterness. Of course, this makes it an ideal sipping gin, but of course, it also makes wonderful mixed drinks.