What does it taste like?

Canchanchara combines the richness of rum, the sweetness of honey, and the tartness of lime, creating a balanced flavor with complex notes of sugarcane and honey, both invigorating and refreshing.

Canchanchara · Recipe & Method

Canchanchara

Canchanchara is believed to be one of the oldest cocktails in Cuba, originating during the 19th-century independence wars. It is made with Cuban rum (or a strong distilled spirit), fresh lime juice, and honey. Initially used as an energy booster and to help prevent colds, it is now a signature drink of Trinidad city.

Flavor: Canchanchara combines the richness of rum, the sweetness of honey, and the tartness of lime, creating a balanced flavor with complex notes of sugarcane and honey, both invigorating and refreshing.
Difficulty: Easy
Glassware: Traditional Cuban glass

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RECIPE

Ingredients

4 ingredients

01Cuban Rum60ml

02Fresh Lime Juice15ml

03Raw Honey15ml

04Water50ml

02 · METHOD

Method

01
Mix honey with water and lime juice, and coat the bottom and sides of the glass.
02
Add crushed ice, then pour in the rum.
03
Finally, stir vigorously from bottom to top.

03 · NOTES

Know your pour

What does it taste like?: Canchanchara combines the richness of rum, the sweetness of honey, and the tartness of lime, creating a balanced flavor with complex notes of sugarcane and honey, both invigorating and refreshing.
Which glass should I use?: Traditional Cuban glass
Is it beginner-friendly?: Easy