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Canchanchara

Rustic and honeyed with a sharp lime edge.

Rocks · cubes ice
  • 45 ml1.5 ozwhite rum
  • 15 ml0.5 ozhoney syrup
  • 15 ml0.5 ozlime juice
  • 15 ml0.5 ozwater

Garnish: none

Method
Built
Strength
~18% ABV
Difficulty
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Method

  1. Add honey syrup and lime juice to a rocks glass.
  2. Stir to combine.
  3. Add the rum, water and ice, then stir again.
  4. No garnish needed.

The story

Cuban rebels fighting for independence in the 1800s mixed this from raw cane spirit, honey and lime to fortify themselves in the hills, and it is still served today in small clay cups in the town where it started. It's one of the oldest drinks on this whole list.

Flavour

Sweet
Sour
Boozy
Citrus
Rich

Quick answers

Canchanchara questions

How do you make a Canchanchara?

Add honey syrup and lime juice to a rocks glass. Stir to combine. Add the rum, water and ice, then stir again. No garnish needed. You need 45 ml (1.5 oz) white rum, 15 ml (0.5 oz) honey syrup, 15 ml (0.5 oz) lime juice and 15 ml (0.5 oz) water.

What's in a Canchanchara?

White rum, honey syrup, lime juice and water, garnished with none.

Is a Canchanchara shaken or stirred?

Built. It is built straight in the glass.

What glass is a Canchanchara served in?

A rocks, over ice cubes.

How strong is a Canchanchara?

About 18% ABV once it is diluted, about as strong as a glass of fortified wine.

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