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I never skip my morning cup of coffee. Typically, I make it in my beloved Keurig, complete with my favorite syrup. But when I can’t be bothered, I’m happy to swing by Dunkin’ and grab an iced latte with one of the brand’s delicious flavor swirls.
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Now, I can enjoy one of those flavor swirls in a new way, thanks to a collab between Kahlúa and Dunkin’: Everybody say hi to the Caramel Swirl Cream Liqueur. It’s sweet and creamy, and tastes just like my favorite iced latte — and my husband’s mom gave us the most genius (and unexpected!) way to enjoy it.
Credit: Micki Wagner
What You Should Know About the Kahlúa Dunkin’ Caramel Swirl Cream Liqueur
Despite the fact that it was introduced in August, I only just saw a commercial for the Kahlúa Dunkin’ Caramel Swirl Cream Liqueur a couple weeks ago. Naturally, I raced out to grab a bottle.
No big deal or anything, but this collab is kind of major for both Kahlúa and Dunkin’. Not only is it the first time Dunkin has done a cream liqueur (so fun!), but it’s also now a part of Kahlúa’s permanent lineup. That’s right: You can enjoy this all year round!
The Caramel Swirl flavor in this liqueur draws upon Dunkin’s super popular in-store flavor swirl (I mean, what’s not to love about caramel-flavored coffee?). Plus, it’s got rum, Arabica coffee, and, of course, cream.
I found a 750-milliliter bottle at my local grocery store for $28, but you can save a little coin when you order it from Total Wine, where it’s just $21.
Credit: Micki Wagner
My Honest Review of the Kahlúa Dunkin’ Caramel Swirl Cream Liqueur
When we spotted this liqueur in the store, my husband asked how I was planning to use it. My answer: straight, over ice. But he had a different suggestion, based on what his mom likes to do with Kahlúa’s Coffee Liqueur: Why not mix it with seltzer? This would give it the vibe of an Italian-American espresso soda his family loves, only creamier.
I was skeptical, but I tried it — and it’s now my favorite way to drink this liqueur. I just add an ounce of the Kahlúa Dunkin’ Caramel Swirl Cream Liqueur to a glass and top it the rest of the way with plain seltzer (we use the Polar brand). That’s literally all it takes to make a fun little cocktail I can indulge in after dinner or with a weekend brunch.
The liqueur itself is so delicious with buttery, sweet notes of caramel and robust coffee. I found it a little strong to drink neat (it has an ABV of 16%), so with seltzer it was perfect. Plus, the seltzer helps balance out the sweetness and makes it a little more effervescent. It’s truly a perfect two-ingredient drink. Though I wouldn’t say no to a splash of it in hot chocolate either.
Buy: Kahlúa Dunkin’ Caramel Swirl Cream Liqueur, $20.99 for 750 milliliters at Total Wine
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