Carmela Caramel-Flavored Whiskey

Overview

Carmela Caramel-Flavored Whiskey is a sweetened whiskey liqueur produced by R6 Distillery, extending their portfolio beyond traditional bourbons into accessible flavored spirits primarily suited for cocktails.

Specs at a glance

Good to know

R6 Distillery, established in 2014, positions Carmela as an innovative flavored extension to their core bourbon lineup, targeting consumers seeking low-proof, mixable spirits at an MSRP around $28 per bottle. Expert reviews note it drinks smoothly but benefits from dilution to balance its pronounced sweetness.

Tasting notes

• Nose: Kettle corn aromas dominate, laced with preservatives and an overly sugared profile.
• Palate: Popcorn Jelly Belly sweetness leads, accompanied by corn notes, saline undertones, and artificial sweetener; minimal heat for easy sipping.
• Finish: Smooth and sugary, lingering without much intensity.

Notable details

• Production: Caramel-flavored sweetened whiskey liqueur bottled at 66 proof.
• Lineage: Part of R6 Distillery's flavored range, diverging from their blue corn bourbon focus.
• Availability: Marketed for cocktail mixing from this young distillery.

Serving suggestions

Best as a mixer in cocktails or over ice to tame the abundant sugars; its smoothness supports versatile applications.

"This sweetened whiskey works better as a mixer due to excessive sugars that need taming." – The Whiskey Wash

Closing

A bold, artificial-leaning liqueur that shines in mixed drinks rather than solo pours.

Sources

[1] Thewhiskeywash – "Carmela Caramel-Flavored Whiskey Review"

[2] Thewhiskeywash – "R6 Distillery Bourbon Review: Blue Corn Bourbon & Carmella Whiskey Tasting"