This is not really refined, Matthew McConaughey sells it on the tube and makes it look classy but let's be real, this is pretty much kentucky firewater... if your looking to "shoot the moon" look no further... this is your drink. The bottle says it blends it until the right amount of caramels and spices are just right, however I tasted no caramel. If you just want to get lit, then you've found the perfect match. Drink it with a splash of cola, too much straight and you'll pay the next day.