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Canchánchara
A refreshing Cuban cocktail with rum, lime, honey, and a splash of soda.
Ingredients
Drink Ingredients
- Rum1 1/2 oz
- Lime Juice1 lime
- Honey1/2 oz
- Soda WaterSplash
Garnishes
- Lime Wedge1 wedge
Steps
- Add Rum, juice of one Lime, and Honey into a Shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled.
- Strain into a Coupe Glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with a splash of Soda Water.
- Garnish with a Lime Wedge.
About
The Canchánchara is a traditional Cuban cocktail believed to have originated during the 19th-century Cuban War of Independence. It was created as a simple and energizing drink for guerrilla fighters, combining local ingredients like rum, lime, and honey. Known for its rustic preparation and served in clay mugs, the Canchánchara offers a refreshing blend of sweetness and acidity, making it a cultural and historical treasure of Cuba.
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