The world of cognacs is diverse. They differ in composition, aging, taste and price. One of the most famous brands is Mithridates. Cognac with this name is produced by several factories from different countries, including Armenia, Russia and Belarus. Each company tries to give its product a unique taste that would distinguish it from similar drinks from other factories, but there is a favorite in this line.
The Armenian Mitridat cognac has a 42% strength familiar to such alcoholic beverages, and Shahnazaryan wine and cognac house is engaged in its production. As a rule, it is sold in a beautiful gift box, which will decorate any table.
Many people wonder about the origin of the name brandy. Mithridates is a name that was very common among the ancient kings of Asia Minor. Translated from Persian, this name means "granted by Mithra." It is this cognac that is most likely named after Mithridates of Iberia, who was king of Armenia from 35 to 42, as well as from 47 to 51 years.
Types of cognac
As you know, cognacs are determined by the number of stars (this criterion depends on the exposure time). One star is equal to one year. Three types of Mithridates cognac are produced:
- three stars;
- five stars;
- Seven Stars.
The strength of all the drinks in the line is the same, but because of the different aging periods, they have a number of taste differences. But this is worth talking separately.
Taste Features
"Mithridates" pleasantly surprises with notes of dried apricots and prunes. Although the releases of different "stars" will be slightly different in taste. Three-year-old cognac will be a little rougher in taste, with a pronounced alcoholic aroma. Five-year is much more balanced in all taste parameters. It will be an ideal choice for those who love "cognac classics." Seven-year Mithridates may seem too caramelized to connoisseurs and connoisseurs, although it will be a pleasant surprise for less sophisticated consumers.
No matter what kind of endurance you want to buy, you will certainly be satisfied with its fruity bouquet and exquisite aroma.
Cognac "Mithridates": reviews
To get an opinion on this alcoholic drink, you need to ask two different people. One should be a connoisseur of cognac, and the second - just a lover of this alcoholic drink. As a rule, both the first type of people and the second rate this product highly. Some find it too tart and "alcoholic," but most give it four out of five stars, which indicates the very high quality of Mithridates. Cognac of this brand, of course, does not fall into the line of elite alcoholic beverages, but this is most likely affected by its affordable cost. In terms of price-quality ratio, it will be extremely difficult to find a more worthy drink from a similar line.
Mithridates is a cognac that is known and loved not only in Russia and the surrounding territories, but also far beyond their borders. Many tourists who come to Armenia on vacation take this cognac as a gift for their near and dear ones. Is not this a true indicator of taste and quality?