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What is Brass Monkey slang for?
Used to describe cold weather, this saying derives from the traditional Navy phrase "cold enough to freeze the balls off a brass monkey". This references the brass structure or 'monkey' where cannon balls were stacked.
Who owns Brass Monkey, NYC?
Sean Cunningham, owner of Brass Monkey, is planning to use a section of the space for a possible retail concept and the remaining 1,300-square-foot space for additional bar seating. CBRE Group Inc. brokered the lease deal.
Is Brass Monkey a real drink?
The Brass Monkey is a cocktail made with dark rum, vodka and orange juice, sold as a premixed cocktail in the 1970's and 80's. It was sold by the Heublein Company, which later dissolved in 1998.
What does Brass Monkey stand for?
"Cold enough to freeze the balls off (or on) a brass monkey" is a colloquial expression used by some English speakers to describe extremely cold weather.