cardinal logo
Cardinal Wine & Spirits
Spirit Highlights

Featured Spirits

 
Introducing "New"
Maker's 46



Premium Organic Tequila
Don Modesto


"I sit here, stunned in awe"
The Dalmore



snifter glass

 

 

Rum Drinks

 

 

What a Blue Beverage Concept!

 


 


Maker's 46

Maker's Mark Produces
First New Bourbon in
Half a Century.



Maker's 46


The Elite Hardcore Fan boys, the Ambassadors of
Maker's Mark
are always up for something exciting.




For years, our brand fans have been asking for something additional from Maker's Mark. Without creating a new recipe nor changing the Maker's Mark our fans know and love, our master distiller has found a unique way to usefully matured Maker's Mark to create a new and
flavorful expression"

The Makers of Legends

Kevin and Brad experimented tirelessly together, realizing that their creation could not, and should not come from artificial flavors. Instead the creation should come all naturally from grains and wood.



With the help of our barrel maker Brad Boswell we began experimentation, realizing that their new creation simply couldn't come from artificial flavors, but, instead, it had to come naturally
from grains and wood.
****46 is the project number assigned by Brad Boswell, owner of our barrel maker, to the process used to sear the oak staves.****

Finally, in December 2009, they exclaimed "We think we've got it!"





HOW 46 IS MADE

1. Fully matured Maker's Mark is removed from barrel.Top hoops are removed from the barrel. and the barrel head is pulled.

2.
Ten seared staves are affixed to the inside of barrel.

3. The fully matured
Maker's Mark is put back in this barrel and aged several more months.

4. When it tastes exactly right,
Maker's 46 is removed from this barrel., bottled, corked and dipped.


Now, we have the perfect
Maker's 46, bottled to perfection.

 



 


Article appeared on Forbes.com

And How Does The
Maker's 46 Taste?

This is a side by side
comparison of 46
and Maker's Mark, from an independent editor and writer, from Forbes Magazine.




Slightly paler in color. Deeper nose. Caramel or honey, with earthier tones, hint of sweet paprika. Unlike Maker's Mark which lingers at the front of the tongue, 46 fills the mouth instantly.
Strong Vanilla taste on the tip of the tongue, wood smoke flavors in the center of the mouth.
Has a distinct textured finish. 46 doesn't just fade on the tongue. Instead, it crests, fades to a light linger, then builds up to a second echo of
the first bold attack.
Tingling honey and smoke textures move to the top of the tongue and the back of the throat. Maker's lingers longest on the tip of the tongue; 46 lingers near the throat with a deep,
almost soothing taste.


46 is well worth seeking out,
for the more adventurous.



SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL BOURBON HERITAGE MONTH

National Bourbon Heritage Month is Observed in the United States that calls for celebration of bourbon as America's "Native Spirit".

Maker's Mark and 46 Has That Native Spirit and is Celebrating the Month Of September as
National Bourbon Month.

To celebrate America's Native Spirit and National Bourbon Heritage Month, the city of Bardstown, Kentucky has hosted the Kentucky Bourbon Festival every September since 1991. The festival is dedicated to celebrating the history and the
art of distilling bourbon whiskey.

 

Celebrate Bourbon Month with Maker's Mark
& Maker's 46
!


Click on images above to visit
Maker's Mark
WEB SITE.

 

 

 


This great taste of Modesto Tequila does not have the typical bite of tequila.
It is a Smooth-Tasting Tequila.


The Tequila

Tequila is North America's first distilled spirit, and has been produced in Mexico since shortly after the Spanish conquered the country in the early 1500s.

To be classified as tequila, it must be made from no less than 51% Weber blue agave. Better and high-end tequilas are made from 100% Weber blue agave. For many years,
México's fiery liquor was largely confined to margaritas and shooters at the bar. Today's fine tequilas are highly coveted by collectors worldwide—for both the smooth
aromatic liquor and the handcrafted decorative bottle.

Don Modesto ultra premium tequilas have created the full package from start to finish. Creating 3 Organic tequilas so pure and full of agave flavor that it has elevated the
concept of tequila to new levels.


(But don’t just take our word for it Try it Yourself.)

 

The Process

Made from 100% Weber Blue Agave. Tequila Don Modesto is twice-distilled separating itself from others with a process know as the removal of the cabeza and cola. This unique process gives Don Modesto an exquisitely smooth taste and finish. Don Modesto is an all-natural tequila. Each unique bottle is hand-blown by artisans in the Jalisco, Mexico.

 


Blanco-- Extremely fine and clear, taste the crisp, sweet finish of Don Modesto Blanco

 


Reposado-- Delight in the smooth and well rounded taste of Reposado. Infused with subtle hints of vanilla and citrus flavors, enjoy alone or in a mixed cocktail.

 


Anejo-- Savor the delicate blend of Anejo. Aged to perfection in American Oak barrels, producing a exquisitely smooth finish.

 

DRINK RECIPES





Three Amigos

September 16th marks the day in
1810 that Mexico declared independence
from Spain. This authentic Mexican drink
embodies the three colors of the Mexican
Flag green, white and red; lt also represents
the traditional style of enjoying
tequila straight!
However, this cocktails is not a shot; it's for sipping. Three Amigos con Don Modesto consists of a shot glass of fresh lime juice, a shot glass of premium Tequila Don Modesto and a shot glass of fresh and flavorful sangria.

To Make Pour separately into
tall shot glasses
2 oz. Tequila Don Modesto Blanco
2 oz. Sangria
2 oz. Lime Juice

This is a variation of a drink that has long been enjoyed in Jalisco, the Mexican State where Tequila in made.
One first takes a sip of the Tequila,
then chases it with a sip of sangria and lime juice. Take it slow & enjoy.
Happy Birthday Mexico!


Mexican Martini

2 oz. Don Modesto Blanco Tequila
1 ½ oz. Cointreau orange liqueur
2 oz. sweet and sour mix 1 oz. lime juice
2 oz. orange juice
Splash of lemon-lime juice
2 olives

Pour all ingredients into a large cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into a large martini glass with a salt rim.
Add two olives on
a spear and serve.


Are you ready for the Don?

It's an Organic Experience

 

Modesto Spirits

Modesto Spirits corporate headquarters are located in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.
Also available in the States of Florida, New Jersey and
New York.

2 Mid America Plaza Suite 800 Route 83 and 22 Street, Oakbrook Terrace, IL. 60181
(630) 873.3542 email:info@modestospirits.com

For Sales, Marketing & Distribution e-mail:
carlos.aponte@modestospirits.com

 

THE COMPANY

Tequila Don Modesto was founded
as a tribute
to the late Modesto ????
Anaya of Tototlan Del Oro, Jalisco, Mexico.
This organically grown tequila is produced
in Amatitan, Jalisco.

Award Winning Brand

DALMORE 12 YR
The flagship Dalmore 12 year old expression
continues to receive acclaimed awards
for its exceptional spirit:
2009 BTI – 90 points
2009 San Francisco
World Spirit

Competition –
Gold Medal

DALMORE GOLD MEDAL

 

Independent Tasting Note Quotes:
The Dalmore 12yr

“The attractively perfumed nose offers sweeter
ATTRACTIVE WOMEN
malt, thick cut orange marmalade, sherry and a hint of leather. Fuller-bodied than the previous 12-year-old, it has an initially drier sherry taste, though sweeter sherry develops in the mouth, along with spice and balancing,
delicate, citrus notes.

The finish is longer, with more spices, ginger,
lingering Seville oranges and a suggestion of vanilla.

The ‘old’ Dalmore was a fine whisky, but it is as though a gifted child has been sent to finishing school and emerged with more poise, manners and confidence.” Gavin Smith

 

JIM MURRAY
"I sit here, stunned in awe"
Jim Murray

Jim is a legend, and a leading player on the world’s whisky stage. He’s whisky’s Robert Parker. He brings a campaigning, no nonsense style to whisky journalism, and he steadfastly refuses to write for whisky magazines
because it compromises his independent approach.

 

The Dalmore 15 yr

DALMORE 15 YR

Dominic Roskrow on 15 yr Dalmore

Nose:
Sherry, juicy raisins, church polish like
a church on Easter Sunday morning

Palate:
Bucket-loads of citrus and rich fruit,
vanilla, cinnamon and sweet spices

Finish:
A heady three way battle between fruit,
tannins and spices

Whisky Magazine, June 2009

DOMINIC THE JOURNALISTAbout DOMINIC

Dominic has been a journalist for more than
20 years and has written about the drinks industry since 1991.

He was editor of Whisky Magazine before setting up his own business, and launched Beers of the World Magazine in 2005. He now acts as consultant editor to both titles.

In 2006 he received the Scotch whisky industry’s highest honour when he was made a Keeper of the Quaich.

Quaigh, is a special kind of shallow two-handled drinking cup in Scotland. It derives from the Scottish Gaelic cuach ( Scottish Gaelic pronunciation: [k?u?x]).

QUAIGHQuaigh IMAGE

 

Todays more sophisticated crowd drinks
from a fine scotch glass

WHISY GLASS



THE INDEPENDENTS

THE INDEPENDENTS
QUOTES

Ian Wisniewski
One of the country’s foremost spirits writers, Ian has published numerous books and
writes for Whisky Magazine.

Charlie MacLean
A world authority on Scotch whisky, Charlie has been writing and conducting masterclasses on the topic since 1981.

Gavin D Smith
Gain has authored 19 books on the world of whisky, and is contributing editor to
whisky-pages.com
.

DALMORE BEST IN CLASS
7 awards at International Spirit Challenge Awards 2007 including Gold for The
Dalmore 40yr

8 awards at IWSC 2007 including Gold (best in class) for The Dalmore 40yr, Silver (best in class) and 6 other silver awards


Meet the Rest Of
Family by clicking on the image below or the logo

DALMORE

 

 

 

Home | About Cardinal | Store Locations | Our Ads | Spirits | Wine |Beer | Marketing Firm | Contact Us