Here is the complete American Airlines Flagship Business menu from AA95, Madrid (MAD) to New York (JFK), flown on October 3, 2026: lunch, the pre-arrival light meal, the wine list and the full bar.
Flight details
| Airline | American Airlines |
| Flight | AA95 |
| Route | Madrid (MAD) to New York JFK (JFK) |
| Cabin | Flagship Business |
| Date flown | October 3, 2026 |
| Meal service | Lunch, plus light meal before arrival |
| Rating | 3 out of 5 |
How it was
The food was tasteful but uninspiring. Everything was competently prepared, but nothing on the plate stood out enough to remember after landing. The wine list was the stronger part of the service, led by Champagne Bollinger.
Lunch menu
Small plate
Roasted queso fresco with southwest corn, black beans, guacasalsa and fried croutons
Salad
Crispy salad mix with grilled artichokes and feta, served with balsamic vinaigrette. Assorted gourmet breads are served with the meal.
Main plates (choose one)
- Beef short rib with roasted skin-on potatoes and cherry tomatoes, roasted tomato salsa
- Tandoori chicken with basmati rice and spicy potato rösti, tandoori sauce
- Poached salmon with saffron long-grain rice and sautéed vegetables, butter sauce
- Mushroom ravioli giganti with sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms and parmesan, tomato mascarpone sauce (vegetarian)
Desserts
- Ice cream sundae with vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, butterscotch, seasonal berries, whipped cream and pecans
- Gourmet cheese plate with fresh fruit and crackers
- Red fruits charlotte with sponge cake, seasonal red fruits and custard
Express meal
A single-course option for passengers who want more time to sleep or work: seasonal salad, choice of main, and either fruit and cheese or a sweet dessert.
Mid-flight snacks and light meal before arrival
Sweet and savory snacks are self-serve near the galley. Before landing, the light meal is a choice of:
- Rustic chicken focaccia with roasted peppers, olives and mozzarella
- Butterbean and sweet potato salad with mango salsa, mixed greens and smoked paprika artichoke purée
Wine list
- Champagne: Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée, France
- White: Taub Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, California
- White: Cakebread Cellars Sauvignon Blanc, North Coast, California
- Red: DAOU Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, California
- Red: Cline Seven Ranchlands Pinot Noir, Sonoma County, California
- Dessert: Graham’s 10 Year Tawny Port, Portugal
Select flights also carry a rotating “Somm Select” bottle; ask the flight attendant.
Bar and other drinks
- Spirits: Bacardi rum, Aviation gin, Tito’s vodka, Socorro tequila
- Whiskey: Dewar’s White Label, Jack Daniel’s, Woodford Reserve, The Glenlivet 12
- Liqueur: Baileys Irish Cream
- Beer: Bud Light, Dos Equis, Heineken, Goose Island IPA, plus Athletic Brewing Free Wave Hazy IPA (non-alcoholic)
- Coffee and tea: Lavazza coffee (cappuccino and espresso on select aircraft), Bigelow tea
- Soft drinks and mixers: Coca-Cola range, Dr Pepper, Sprite, ginger ale, Q Mixers, LaCroix, juices and Bloody Mary mix
Frequently asked questions
Can you pre-order your meal in American Airlines Flagship Business?
Yes. Per the menu, you can reserve a main course on the American Airlines website or app (Manage trip, then Meals) starting 30 days before departure and up to 20 hours before the flight.
Is there a vegetarian option on AA95?
Yes. On this flight the vegetarian main was the mushroom ravioli giganti.
What Champagne does American Airlines serve in Flagship Business from Madrid?
Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée was served on this flight.
Menu submitted by thepointmaster. Menus change seasonally; this reflects the October 2026 rotation for Business Class on Barcelona and Madrid to US flights.
