Like whiskey, it can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or mixed, and there’s something for every taste and occasion. At Cardenal Mendoza, we want you to discover them for yourself, which is why we’ve prepared this overview of three of our most special brandies for whiskey lovers.
Cardenal Mendoza 'Clásico'
Our youngest brandy is 15 years old. It is aged in barrels that previously held Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez wines. These wines are sweet and very sweet, respectively, which gives the brandy its characteristic well-rounded, clean, elegant, and vinous aroma.
If you like whiskeys with personality, this is a brandy to keep in mind.
With deep notes of raisins and plums, Cardenal Mendoza 'Clásico' is characterized by its luminous, transparent, dark mahogany color.
Without a doubt, this is a faithful ally for winning over even the most discerning palates.
Cardenal Mendoza 'Carta Real'
To taste this brandy, you must be patient for 25 years—the time it spends in old Oloroso barrels before bottling. It is a Solera Gran Reserva that borders on perfection.
Its relationship with time gives it a well-rounded, smooth, and long-lasting flavor that elevates it to a higher level.
If you’re a whiskey lover, add our Cardenal Mendoza 'Carta Real' brandy to your wish list—international awards speak for themselves:
- 2016: Chairman’s Trophy: The Ultimate Spirits Challenge.
If you want to enter the world of brandies in style, Cardenal Mendoza 'Carta Real' is the key to enjoying a world full of nuances and possibilities, suitable for all tastes.
A delicacy.
Cardenal Mendoza 'Non Plus Ultra'
The crown jewel shines with its own light, having aged for 50 years in 38 unique barrels. A brandy that, due to its unique production process, possesses inimitable characteristics.
The award-winning Cardenal Mendoza 'Carta Real' brandy is used in its production, and it will take another 25 years before it is bottled.
With an old mahogany color, Non Plus Ultra is brilliant with subtle copper hues and highly complex aromas. Dry, very smooth, and deep in flavor with light notes of dried fruits, nuts, orange peel, and spices that lead to a warm and persistent finish.
This is a brandy that transcends the ordinary and rises to levels of quality that astonish enthusiasts and professionals around the world.
As you can see, despite the differences between the two beverages, brandy and whiskey share many similarities, such as the use of sherry casks and complexity on the palate and nose, among others.
So open yourself up to new nuances and sensations with these three brandies from Cardenal Mendoza and enjoy a unique experience with a timeless Spanish product that has already won over palates around the world.
