Canchanchara

Transport yourself to the sun-drenched streets of Trinidad, Cuba, with the Canchánchara—a rustic and refreshingly simple cocktail that’s said to be the island’s oldest known drink. This Cuban classic combines light Cuban rum, zesty fresh lime juice, and a touch of natural sweetness from honey, dissolved into warm water to create an irresistible honey syrup. Served over ice and optionally garnished with a lime wheel, the Canchánchara is a perfect blend of bright citrus, smooth rum, and a lightly floral sweetness, making it ideal for warm evenings or casual gatherings. With just a few ingredients and five minutes of prep time, this quick yet flavorful cocktail offers a true taste of Cuban tradition, steeped in its history and simplicity. Perfect for fans of easy-to-make rum cocktails and lovers of tropical flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 oz Light Cuban rum
• 1 oz Fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 1 oz Warm water
• 1 cup Ice cubes
• 1 piece Lime wheel (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl or measuring cup, mix the honey with the warm water until the honey is fully dissolved. This creates a simple honey syrup.

Step 2

Fill a shaker or mixing glass with ice cubes.

Step 3

Add the light Cuban rum, fresh lime juice, and the prepared honey syrup to the shaker or mixing glass.

Step 4

Stir or shake well until all ingredients are combined and chilled.

Step 5

Strain the cocktail into a small glass over fresh ice.

Step 6

Garnish with a lime wheel, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(379.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	203.0

Total Fat 0.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 0.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 8.2mg	0%
Iron 0.3mg	0%
Potassium 41.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.0%

Protein: 1.0%

Carbs: 99.0%