Refresh your day with this easy Canchánchara recipe! Combining Rum, lime juice, and honey syrup, it's a direct route to delightful drinking.
Prep time:
1 minute
Mixing time:
1 minute
Servings:
1
Calories:
224
Ingredients
- 2 oz White Rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz honey syrup - 1:1 ratio of honey to water
- Ice cubes
- Lime wheel or twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Old Fashioned Glass or Clay Mug traditional for Canchánchara
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your Old Fashioned glass or clay mug with ice cubes.
- Add Honey Syrup: Pour 1 oz honey syrup over the ice.
- Add Lime Juice: Measure and pour 1 oz fresh lime juice into the glass.
- Add Rum: Add 2 oz White Rum to the mix.
- Stir Thoroughly: Give the ingredients a good mix with a bar spoon.
- Garnish: Nestle a lime wheel or twist it into the glass for a touch of flair.
Notes
Substitutes:
- White Rum: I've sometimes used aged Rum for a deeper flavor profile if I run out of white Rum. Agave nectar can replace honey syrup if you prefer its distinct sweetness.
- Lime Juice: In a bind, I've turned to lemon juice, which provides a different but refreshing citrus kick.
Making a Pitcher of Canchánchara:
- Scale: For a pitcher serving 8, multiply the ingredients by 8. This means you'll need 16 oz of white Rum, 8 oz of lime juice, and 8 oz of honey syrup.
- Mix: Combine the white Rum, lime juice, and honey syrup in a large pitcher and stir until well combined.
- Serve: Decant the mix into ice-filled glasses or clay mugs, garnish each with a lime wheel or twist, and let your guests indulge immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- White Rum Substitute: Various non-alcoholic white rum alternatives on the market capture the essence without the alcohol.
- Proceed As Usual: Incorporate these non-alcoholic replacements instead of the regular ingredients, stick to the primary steps, and enjoy a guilt-free Canchánchara.
Making it Vegan:
- Honey Syrup Substitute: While honey isn't universally accepted in the vegan community due to ethical concerns, you can swap it with agave nectar or maple syrup to craft it. Both options provide a delightful sweetness that pairs wonderfully with the citrus.
What is a Canchánchara?
A Canchánchara is a drink with white Rum, lime juice, and honey syrup. It’s hailed from the times of Cuban independence wars, serving as a source of refreshment for fighters. The name “Canchánchara” traces back to a small village in Cuba, where the drink was probably mixed for the first time. Additionally, the Canchánchara is recognized as an official cocktail by the International Bartenders Association (IBA).
What is a Canchánchara made of – The ingredients
Gather the following components to make a Canchánchara:
- White Rum: The primary spirit that provides a smooth and robust base for the cocktail.
- Lime Juice: Adds a tangy citrus kick, balancing the sweetness and enhancing the drink’s refreshing quality.
- Honey Syrup: Sweetens the cocktail, bringing out the Rum’s richness and complementing the lime’s acidity.
