General
monkey's blood
What does monkey's blood mean?
The sweet red fruit sauce squirted over an ice cream cornet.
"A ninety-nine with monkey's blood, please."
Origin
North East nickname for raspberry/strawberry ice cream sauce.
Frequently asked questions
What is monkey's blood?
Monkey's blood is the North East nickname for the sweet red raspberry or strawberry sauce squirted over an ice cream cone.
Why is it called monkey's blood?
It's a jokey nickname for the bright red fruit sauce, based on its blood-like colour.
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