Description

Warm cinnamon spice rises immediately from the glass, vivid and authentic, layered over a clean whiskey core. Clear Water Canela Cinnamon Whiskey is made by infusing real cinnamon sticks into pure whiskey, crafted without sugar or artificial additives. Celebrated with 100 Points at the 2024 Proof Awards and named the best cinnamon whiskey in the world, it reflects Clear Water Distilling Co.’s unwavering commitment to purity, innovation, and uncompromising flavor integrity.

Product Details:

• Owners: Matt Eau Claire, Stephanie Eau Claire
• Distiller: Molly Troupe
• ABV: 40%
• Proof: 80
• Infusion: Real cinnamon sticks infused into whiskey
• Additives: No sugar, no artificial additives, no sweeteners
• Filtration: Non-chill filtered

Sensory :

Clear Water Canela Cinnamon Whiskey opens with an immediate and vibrant wave of true cinnamon stick, warm and aromatic without heaviness. The palate delivers a clean strike of spice, refreshing and precise, supported by smooth whiskey character rather than syrupy sweetness. Natural oils from the cinnamon provide perceived sweetness and texture without added sugar, creating balance and lift. The mouthfeel remains supple and fluid, free from the sticky viscosity common in the category. The finish is warming, bright, and lingering, echoing pure cinnamon heat with clarity and finesse. Its occasional cloudiness is a hallmark of authenticity, the result of non-chill filtration and organic cinnamon infusion.

Awards & Accolades:

• 100 Points: Proof Awards 2024

Distiller’s Background:

Clear Water Distilling Co. is guided by a flavor-first philosophy that challenges convention while honoring craftsmanship. Led by CEO Matt Eau Claire, President Stephanie Eau Claire, and Master Distiller Molly Troupe, the distillery focuses on ingredient integrity and technical precision. By eliminating sugar and artificial additives and embracing methods such as non-chill filtration, the team produces spirits that are transparent in both their processes and their tastes. Their work celebrates conviviality, creativity, and the belief that quality and approachability can coexist.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve at 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit in a rocks glass neat to experience its pure cinnamon expression. It also shines chilled as a Churro Shot with horchata, or lengthened with cranberry juice for a Cranela cocktail. Pair with spiced desserts, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, or enjoy as a warming after dinner pour.