Canchánchara is a traditional Cuban cocktail associated with Trinidad, Cuba, combining rum, honey, lime, and water in a simple, refreshing glass.
Honey syrup dissolves evenly into the drink while lime keeps the rum bright. Crushed ice chills the cocktail quickly without making it heavy.
Warm a little water with the honey first if your honey is thick; a smooth syrup blends much more easily into the drink.
Serving Suggestions
Serve in a small rocks glass with crushed ice, a lime wheel, and a casual Cuban snack or meal.
Recipe Notes
Make honey syrup up to 1 week ahead and refrigerate it. For a lighter drink, increase the water and lime to taste.
Cuban Canchánchara
A refreshing Cuban cocktail made with rum, honey, lime, water, and crushed ice.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Small saucepan
- Jigger
- Rocks glasses
- Bar spoon
Ingredients
Canchánchara
- 8 oz white rum or Cuban aguardiente
- 4 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 oz honey syrup equal parts honey and warm water
- 8 oz cold water
- 2 cups crushed ice
- 4 wheels lime for garnish
Instructions
Make Honey Syrup:
- Stir equal parts honey and warm water until smooth. Cool before using.
Shake the Cocktail:
- Add rum, lime juice, honey syrup, water, and a handful of ice to a shaker.
- Shake for 10 seconds until chilled.
Serve:
- Fill four rocks glasses with crushed ice. Strain the cocktail into the glasses and garnish each with a lime wheel.
Notes
- Use a flavorful but not overly aged rum so the honey and lime remain distinct.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace the rum with chilled sparkling water and add extra lime.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 23gSodium: 5mgSugar: 21g